HYPOTHESIS:  CERTIFICATION IS A FLAWED BUSINESS MODEL

Hypothesis Boundary
We refer here very specifically to Quality Management System ISO 9000 certifications.  However, it naturally extends to any system certifications such as EMS – ISO 14000s, OHSAS 18000s, ISO 22000, and a host of others.  Some part of the discussion is bound to extend to the product certification category, but in general the discussion is not meant to cover aspects relating to the business of product certifications.  And obviously, this is not to be confused with personnel certifications.  Also, please note that, here we are not questioning the intent, content, understanding, implementation, effectiveness of implementation and its added value.  We are referring to the specific business of third party auditing & certification after implementation. Continue reading →