Pre-certification Audits

Build Confidence. Identify Gaps. Ensure Success.

Preparing for ISO 27001 or ISO 9001 certification? Our Pre-Certification Audit service provides a clear, independent assessment of your Information Security Management System (ISMS) to ensure you're ready for the real thing.

Why Choose Us?

• ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 Lead Auditors with real-world      implementation experience
• Detailed, plain-language reports with Indicators of Compliance (IoCs) for ISMS requirements and each control
• Independent and objective feedback focused on your success
• A collaborative, supportive approach—no  "tick-box" auditing
• Flexible delivery: remote or on-site audits available
   

Benefits of an ISO Pre-Certification Audit

1. Benchmark Your Compliance Against ISO standards

We evaluate your ISMS against both the management system clauses and Annex A controls, providing a comprehensive baseline assessment of your current state.  For ISO 9001 we include the relevant requirements of the core part of the standard.

2. Demonstrate That Audits Have Been Initiated

Clause 9.2 of ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 requires internal audits. A pre-certification audit helps meet this requirement by showing that formal audit activities have begun, aligning you with the expectations of the standard and demonstrating you are exercising your internal audit program.

3. Receive Indicators of Compliance (IoCs)

We provide clear Indicators of Compliance for every clause and control in scope. These indicators help you understand your level of conformance and prioritise where further improvements are needed.

4. Uncover Compliance Gaps and Certification Risks

Identify any weaknesses, non-conformities, or gaps that could become roadblocks during the audit certification process. Our findings help you mitigate risks well in advance of your formal audit.

5. Get Practical Recommendations for Improvement

We don't just identify problems—we help solve them. You'll receive targeted recommendations to enhance your ISMS maturity and readiness for certification success.

6. Reduce the Risk of Costly Certification Delays

Certification can be an expensive commitment. A pre-certification audit ensures you're truly ready, helping you avoid the financial and reputational risks of a failed or delayed certification.

Is This Audit Right for Your Organisation?

This service is ideal if you are:

• Planning to certify within the next 3 – 6 months
• Unsure whether your ISMS meets the standard’s requirements
• In need of evidence of audit activity to support Clause 9.2 internal auditing
• Seeking reassurance before investing in formal certification
• Wanting a roadmap to full compliance with ISO27001