ISO/IEC 17025 is an internationally recognized standard that specifies the general requirements for the competence, impartiality and consistent operation of testing and calibration laboratories. This standard outlines the requirements for technical competence, management system, and personnel, and is designed to help laboratories produce accurate and reliable results. The ISO 17025 certificate is awarded to a laboratory that has demonstrated compliance with these requirements, and serves as a recognition of the laboratory’s ability to produce precise and accurate test or calibration results. This certificate can be used by a laboratory as evidence of its technical competence to its customers and to regulatory authorities.
Why is ISO 17052 Important to you ?

ISO 17025 is a thorough assessment of a supplier’s quality management system. While it is not mandatory, calibration labs can choose to be evaluated by a third-party accreditation body according to ISO 17025 standards to enhance their credibility. This certification verifies that a lab has exhibited proficiency in technical and management competence, and has demonstrated the ability to produce accurate testing and calibration data. However, ISO 17025 does not specify the specific methods and processes to be used for calibration since it is not limited to any specific device.

Obtaining the ISO 17025 Certificate provides numerous benefits to a laboratory.

•  It enhances the lab’s reputation and improves control of its operations
•  ensuring it has a sound Quality Assurance System and technical competence. This results in continuously improved data quality and laboratory effectiveness. Additionally, clients are more likely to have confidence and satisfaction in the lab’s services, potentially increasing business opportunities.  
• The certification can also lead to savings in time and money, as the need for re-testing products is reduced or eliminated.
•  Clients seeking accredited laboratories can easily locate and identify them through the Accreditation Member Body’s website or Directory of Accredited Laboratories. Furthermore, there is an increase in confidence in both the testing/calibration data and personnel performing the work.
•  users of accredited laboratories can benefit from greater access to domestic and international markets for their products.