Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Certification

Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Certification unifies multiple ISO standards into one efficient framework that streamlines processes, reduces costs and enhances compliance performance.

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WHAT IS IMS?

Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Certification

IMS Certification brings together key standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 22000, and IATF 16949 into one cohesive management framework. This unified approach reduces duplication, cuts costs, and streamlines processes by managing all standards collectively instead of in isolation.

It promotes consistency across operations, strengthens compliance, and supports continuous improvement while allowing organizations to focus on growth and performance. IMS certification enhances control over quality, safety, environmental impact, and risk management—building lasting trust with customers, employees, and stakeholders.

WHY GET IMS CERTIFICATION?

Streamline Systems: Strengthen Performance

Unify Your Standards

Integrate multiple ISO standards into a single management framework to simplify operations and boost overall efficiency.

Eliminate Redundancy

Cut down on duplicate audits, documentation, and training while reducing operational costs and saving valuable time.

Drive Holistic Performance

Enhance performance across quality, safety, environment, and information security through unified processes and shared objectives.

Strengthen Compliance and Control

Ensure consistent risk management and regulatory compliance by aligning all departments under one cohesive system.

Build Collaboration and Clarity

Foster teamwork and clear communication as cross-functional teams work toward common goals and continual improvement.

Simplify Audits

Conduct one integrated annual audit for multiple standards, improving efficiency, focus, and accountability.

Commit to Sustainable Excellence

Show your dedication to quality, employee well-being, customer satisfaction, and long-term sustainable growth.

HOW TO GET IMS CERTIFICATION?

Step By Step IMS Certification Process

Integrate standards seamlessly to enhance performance and compliance

Step 1 - Application

Submit your application for Integrated Management Systems (IMS) certification. Our team reviews your organization’s details, scope, and readiness to implement an integrated approach across all relevant management systems.

Step 2 - Offer Submission

After understanding your business operations, IRQS prepares a tailored proposal outlining the scope, audit duration, timelines, and cost for your IMS certification journey.

Step 3 - Offer Acceptance

Once you approve the proposal, a formal agreement is signed between your organization and IRQS, confirming the certification plan and audit schedule.

Step 4 – Certification Audit

IRQS conducts a two-stage audit:

Stage 1: Evaluation of documentation, integration level, and readiness across all management systems (e.g., quality, environment, occupational health & safety, and information security).

Stage 2: On-site assessment to verify effective implementation, process integration, and compliance with the relevant ISO standards under the IMS framework.

Step 5 – Certification Approval

After successful completion of the audit and closure of any nonconformities, IRQS issues the Certificate of Approval, confirming compliance with the integrated management system standards

Step 6 – Surveillance Audits

Annual surveillance audits ensure your integrated management system continues to perform effectively, demonstrating continual improvement across all areas of quality, safety, and sustainability.

Step 7 – Recertification

Every 3 years, a recertification audit is conducted to renew your certification and confirm sustained compliance with the latest ISO versions and integrated system requirements.

HOW TO GET IMS CERTIFICATION?

Step By Step IMS Certification Process

Integrate standards seamlessly to enhance performance and compliance

Step 1 – Application

Step 2 – Offer Submission

After understanding your business operations, IRQS prepares a tailored proposal outlining the scope, audit duration, timelines, and cost for your IMS certification journey.

Step 3 – Offer Acceptance

Once you approve the proposal, a formal agreement is signed between your organization and IRQS, confirming the certification plan and audit schedule.

Step 4 – Certification Audit

IRQS conducts a two-stage audit:

Stage 1: Evaluation of documentation, integration level, and readiness across all management systems (e.g., quality, environment, occupational health & safety, and information security).
Stage 2: On-site assessment to verify effective implementation, process integration, and compliance with the relevant ISO standards under the IMS framework.

Step 5 – Certification Approval

After successful completion of the audit and closure of any nonconformities, IRQS issues the Certificate of Approval, confirming compliance with the integrated management system standards.

Step 6 – Surveillance Audits

Annual surveillance audits ensure your integrated management system continues to perform effectively, demonstrating continual improvement across all areas of quality, safety, and sustainability.

Step 7 – Recertification

Every 3 years, a recertification audit is conducted to renew your certification and confirm sustained compliance with the latest ISO versions and integrated system requirements.

TAKE A CLOSER LOOK AT IMS

Understand Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Certification

Looking to integrate multiple ISO standards into one cohesive system but not sure where to begin? Explore how IMS Certification helps your organization combine standards like ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000, ISO/IEC 27001, and IATF 16949 into a single management framework. This certification simplifies processes, reduces duplication, improves compliance, and enhances overall business efficiency.

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What Our Learners Say

“Integrating multiple ISO standards felt overwhelming at first, but the IMS training from IRQS simplified everything. Today, our audits are faster, our documentation is leaner, and our teams are fully aligned.”

Priya Menon

Quality Assurance Manager

“The IMS certification course helped me understand how quality, environment, and safety management can operate as one seamless system. It has completely transformed how we handle compliance.”

Markus Hoffmann

EHS Lead

“IRQS trainers made the integration process practical and easy to apply. We’ve reduced duplicate efforts across departments and gained complete visibility into our performance metrics.”

Neha Sharma

Operations Director

“What stood out for me was how IMS connects ISO 27001 with quality and safety frameworks. It’s a truly holistic way to manage our organization.”

Rakesh Iyer

Information Security Specialist

“The IMS program opened my eyes to how integrated systems drive both efficiency and sustainability. The examples and case studies made learning genuinely engaging.”

Elena Rodrigues

Sustainability Coordinator

ADVANCE YOUR EXPERTISE WITH IMS

Learn from experts. Strengthen your IMS skills

Learn to integrate multiple ISO standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO/IEC 27001 into one cohesive framework. Led by industry experts, this program helps professionals streamline processes, align documentation, conduct integrated audits and drive continuous improvement across departments. Whether you oversee quality, safety, environment, or information security, IMS training equips you with practical tools to simplify compliance, boost efficiency and achieve successful certification.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick Guide To IMS Certification

An Integrated Management System (IMS) combines multiple ISO standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001, and others into one cohesive framework. It helps organizations streamline operations, avoid duplication, and manage quality, safety, and environmental goals together.

Commonly integrated standards include ISO 9001 for quality, ISO 14001 for environment, ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety, ISO/IEC 27001 for information security, ISO 22000 for food safety, and IATF 16949 for automotive quality management.

IMS Certification saves time and resources by consolidating audits and documentation. It enhances operational efficiency, improves compliance, strengthens risk management, and promotes consistent performance across all business areas.

Yes. IMS can be implemented in organizations of any size or industry. Whether you manage a small business or a multinational operation, IMS can be tailored to fit your structure and simplify compliance.

IMS enables one combined audit that covers multiple standards at once. This approach reduces disruption, saves time, and eliminates the fatigue caused by conducting separate audits for each system.

Usually, an appointed IMS representative or management systems coordinator oversees the integrated framework. They work closely with top management to ensure ongoing compliance, training, and continuous improvement.

Yes. IMS is flexible and can include any standard built on ISO’s High-Level Structure (HLS), allowing organizations to expand their system as they grow or face new regulatory needs.

Begin with a gap analysis of your existing systems, gain leadership commitment, and develop an integration plan. Train teams, align processes, and once your system is ready, apply for certification with an accredited body such as IRQS.

IRQS supports organizations at every stage of the IMS certification journey. From initial gap assessment to final audit and certification, our experts provide hands-on guidance to streamline integration, ensure compliance, and strengthen your management systems for long-term efficiency and improvement.

With over three decades of global auditing experience, IRQS delivers trusted, industry-specific expertise and personalized support. Our auditors help organizations simplify certification, reduce duplication, and achieve measurable performance gains through a single, integrated management system that drives quality, safety, and sustainability.

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Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Certification

Integrated Management Systems (IMS) Certification