Accreditation is an official recognition by a national or international accreditation body that a certification body operates competently and in accordance with international standards such as:
ISO/IEC 17065 – ISO/IEC 17021 – ISO/IEC 17020 and others.

It builds confidence in conformity assessment services and strengthens the credibility of certification bodies.

Examples of accreditation bodies:

• Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC) – Saudi Arabia
• Egyptian Accreditation Council (EGAC) – Egypt
• United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) – UK
• And other prestigious national accreditation bodies

CASCO offers a comprehensive range of services, including:

• Technical and administrative qualification of certification bodies in management systems, conformity, inspection, and testing.
• Preparation of policies, procedures, and system documentation based on ISO/CASCO standards.
• Accredited training programs for auditors, technical assessors, and quality managers.
• Digital transformation support via iCASCO platform, which enables:
  • End-to-end conformity operations from request to certificate issuance.
  • E-invoice generation.
  • API integration with authorities like ZATCA or national tax authorities.
  • Business intelligence reports based on real market data.

CASCO delivers professional training programs designed to build the capacity of personnel within certification bodies, including:

• ISO/IEC 17000 series training.
• Practical workshops on conformity assessment models.
• Hands-on training on the iCASCO system.
• Specialized training on technical regulations like GSO, SASO, SABER, ISO, and on platforms such as FASAH and Ghad.

1. Submit your request via the CASCO website or directly.
2. Conduct a gap analysis based on applicable standards.
3. Develop a complete technical and administrative system.
4. Provide training and practical implementation.
5. Support the client until official submission to the national accreditation body.

We require basic information such as:

• Scope of activities
• Number of branches
• Types of certificates issued
• Team qualifications

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The number of days depends on the scope, readiness, number of fields, and the quality management system used. A tailored plan will be shared with you after coordination.

Typically between 3 to 6 months, depending on:

• Client’s readiness and responsiveness.
• Number of technical scopes.
• Management support and timely collaboration with CASCO consultants.

To enable certification bodies to demonstrate their technical competence, gain trust, expand market reach, and issue certificates that are recognized nationally and internationally — leading to growth in business and profitability.

• To demonstrate reliability and competence.
• To access international markets.
• To meet regulatory and legal requirements.
• To achieve operational excellence and credibility.

Conformity is the fulfillment of specific requirements in a standard or regulation by a product, service, or organization. It is verified through activities such as inspection, testing, auditing, or certification.