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  • ISO 37001:2025 is an internationally recognized standard for Anti-Bribery Management Systems (ABMS), designed to help organizations prevent, detect, and address bribery in all its forms. As the most recent revision of the standard, ISO 37001:2025 introduces strengthened requirements around bribery risk assessment, due diligence, organizational culture, and top management accountability — reflecting the evolving global landscape of anti-corruption compliance.

    By implementing ISO 37001:2025, businesses and public bodies can establish robust anti-bribery controls, demonstrate ethical governance, and build lasting trust with clients, partners, and regulators. Certification to ISO 37001:2025 from TNV System Certification Pvt. Ltd. provides credible, independent, third-party verification of your anti-bribery framework — giving your organization a decisive competitive and reputational edge in both domestic and international markets.


    Benefits of ISO 37001:2025 Certification

    1. Stronger Anti-Bribery Controls: ISO 37001:2025 provides a comprehensive framework for identifying bribery risks and implementing proportionate, effective controls to mitigate them. This protects your organization from significant legal, financial, and reputational damage associated with bribery incidents.
    2. Enhanced Organizational Reputation: Certification demonstrates to stakeholders, clients, investors, and regulators that your organization operates with a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption. This builds trust and credibility in both local and international markets, reinforcing your brand integrity.
    3. Legal and Regulatory Compliance: ISO 37001:2025 aligns closely with major international anti-bribery legislation, including the UK Bribery Act 2010, the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA), and the OECD Anti-Bribery Convention. Certification helps organizations demonstrate compliance and reduces exposure to legal liability.
    4. Risk Management and Due Diligence: The standard places strong emphasis on proactive bribery risk assessment and structured due diligence on business associates, high-risk transactions, and vulnerable functions — enabling organizations to make informed, compliant decisions before risks materialize.
    5. Competitive Advantage: Many government bodies, multinational corporations, and international procurement authorities increasingly require evidence of anti-bribery compliance from their suppliers and partners. ISO 37001 certification opens access to tenders, contracts, and markets that may otherwise be out of reach.
    6. Culture of Integrity: ISO 37001:2025 fosters a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical behaviour across the entire organization. It promotes employee awareness and engagement, making anti-bribery values part of everyday business conduct.
    7. Global Recognition: As an internationally accepted standard, ISO 37001:2025 certification is recognized across industries and jurisdictions worldwide, facilitating cross-border business relationships and demonstrating governance credibility on a global scale.


    Certification Process for ISO 37001:2025

    The ISO 37001:2025 certification process involves several structured steps to ensure your organization's Anti-Bribery Management System fully meets the requirements of the standard:

    1. Gap Analysis: An initial assessment of your existing policies, procedures, and controls against ISO 37001:2025 requirements to identify areas that need development or improvement.

    2. Documentation Preparation: Development and organization of key documents including the anti-bribery policy, bribery risk assessment, due diligence procedures, gifts and hospitality policy, and whistleblowing procedure.

    3. Implementation of ABMS: Apply the necessary changes to align your organizational processes, controls, and governance structures with ISO 37001:2025 requirements.

    4. Internal Audit: Conduct an internal audit to verify compliance with the standard and identify any remaining non-conformities before the external certification audit.

    5. Corrective Actions: Address any non-conformities identified during the internal audit to ensure readiness for external assessment.

    6. Stage One Audit: External TNV auditors review your ABMS documentation to assess readiness for full certification.

    7. Stage Two Audit: A comprehensive on-site audit conducted by TNV auditors to evaluate the implementation and operational effectiveness of your Anti-Bribery Management System.

    8. Certification Issuance: Upon successful completion of the audit process, ISO 37001:2025 certification is awarded by TNV System Certification Pvt. Ltd.

    9. Surveillance Audits: Regular periodic audits are conducted to ensure ongoing compliance and continual improvement of your ABMS.


    Required Documents and Records for ISO 37001:2025 Certification

    Essential Documents

    1.1 Scope of the Anti-Bribery Management System (Clause 4.3) 1.2 Anti-Bribery Policy (Clause 5.2) 1.3 Bribery Risk Assessment (Clause 4.5) 1.4 Anti-Bribery Objectives (Clause 6.2) 1.5 Due Diligence Procedures for Business Associates (Clause 8.2) 1.6 Financial and Non-Financial Controls Documentation (Clauses 8.4 & 8.5) 1.7 Gifts, Hospitality, Donations and Similar Benefits Policy (Clause 8.6) 1.8 Raising Concerns / Whistleblowing Procedure (Clause 8.9) 1.9 Investigation and Dealing with Bribery Procedure (Clause 8.10) 1.10 Documented Information as per Standard Requirements (Clause 7.5.1)

    Essential Records

    2.1 Bribery Risk Assessment Records (Clause 4.5) 2.2 Training and Awareness Records (Clauses 7.2 & 7.3) 2.3 Due Diligence Records on Business Associates (Clause 8.2) 2.4 Records of Gifts, Hospitality and Similar Benefits (Clause 8.6) 2.5 Records of Whistleblowing / Concerns Raised (Clause 8.9) 2.6 Records of Internal Investigations (Clause 8.10) 2.7 Nonconformity and Corrective Action Records (Clause 10.1) 2.8 Internal Audit Results and Program (Clause 9.2) 2.9 Management Review Meeting Minutes (Clause 9.3) 2.10 Records of Compliance Function Activities (Clause 5.3.2) 2.11 Monitoring and Measurement Results (Clause 9.1)

    Optional Documents (Examples)

    3.1 Procedure for Managing Documented Information 3.2 Anti-Bribery Due Diligence Procedure 3.3 Controlled Giving and Receiving Policy 3.4 Conflict of Interest Procedure 3.5 Anti-Bribery Awareness and Training Procedure 3.6 Corrective Action Procedure


    Benefits of Getting ISO 37001 Certified from TNV System

    1. Accredited by IAS for Global Recognition and Credibility: TNV System Certification is accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS), one of the world's leading accreditation bodies. This ensures that your ISO 37001:2025 certification is recognized globally, adding credibility and trust to your anti-bribery compliance posture. Certification through TNV demonstrates your commitment to ethical governance not just locally, but on an international scale.

    2. Experienced Auditors with Industry Expertise: TNV auditors bring deep knowledge and expertise across a wide range of industries, ensuring that your ABMS certification process is thorough, unbiased, and aligned with real-world anti-bribery challenges. Their insights help identify meaningful compliance gaps and recommend practical improvements that genuinely strengthen your anti-bribery program.

    3. Comprehensive Support Throughout the Certification Process: TNV provides end-to-end support at every stage of the ISO 37001:2025 certification journey — from initial documentation through to ongoing surveillance audits. We work closely with your compliance and management teams to ensure the process is efficient, well-coordinated, and results in full conformance with the standard.

    4. Global Reach and International Clientele: TNV System Certification serves a diverse range of clients across the globe, making it a trusted partner for organizations seeking internationally recognized anti-bribery certification. Our global presence and extensive experience allow us to support organizations of all sizes and sectors in meeting international anti-corruption benchmarks and remaining competitive on the world stage.


    Eligibility Criteria for ISO 37001:2025 Certification

    ISO 37001:2025 is applicable to any organization, regardless of size, type, sector, or geographical location, that is exposed to bribery risk. Whether operating in the public sector, private sector, or as a not-for-profit entity, any organization committed to demonstrating ethical governance and anti-bribery compliance can pursue certification. The standard is suitable for:

    1. Manufacturers and Industrial Companies
    2. Service Providers and Consultancies
    3. Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Organizations
    4. Financial Institutions and Insurance Companies
    5. Construction and Infrastructure Firms
    6. Government Agencies and Public Sector Bodies
    7. Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and Non-Profits
    8. IT and Technology Companies
    9. Educational Institutions


    Who Should Apply for ISO 37001:2025 Certification?

    ISO 37001:2025 certification is particularly valuable for organizations operating in high-risk environments, seeking to enter new markets, or required by law, clients, or regulators to demonstrate robust anti-bribery controls. Key sectors that benefit most include:

    • Manufacturing Companies: Can ensure that procurement, supply chain, and contracting processes are protected against bribery risk and meet global compliance standards.
    • Healthcare Providers: Can demonstrate ethical relationships with suppliers, procurement bodies, and healthcare professionals while maintaining compliance with sector-specific anti-corruption regulations.
    • IT Companies: Can build client confidence through demonstrable anti-bribery governance across sales, tendering, and third-party relationships.
    • Construction Firms: Can address historically elevated bribery risks in permitting, licensing, subcontracting, and public procurement processes.
    • Financial Institutions: Can strengthen governance frameworks, satisfy regulatory expectations, and reduce exposure to bribery-related financial crime.
    • Government Contractors and Public Procurement Participants: Can meet the anti-bribery compliance requirements increasingly mandated in tender processes at national and international levels.
    • Multinational Corporations: Can demonstrate compliance with international anti-bribery legislation such as the UK Bribery Act 2010 and the US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA).
    • Overall, ISO 37001:2025 certification helps organizations across all sectors build stakeholder trust, establish a culture of integrity, and achieve long-term success by effectively preventing and managing bribery risk.


    Structure of ISO 37001:2025 Standard

    ISO 37001:2025 is organized according to the Harmonized Structure (formerly Annex SL), which facilitates seamless integration with other ISO management system standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 37301. The key sections of the standard include:

    1. Scope: Defines the purpose and application of the anti-bribery standard.
    2. Normative References: Lists other standards referenced within ISO 37001.
    3. Terms and Definitions: Clarifies key terminology used throughout the standard.
    4. Context of the Organization: Focuses on understanding internal and external factors, bribery risks, and the expectations of relevant interested parties.
    5. Leadership: Emphasizes top management commitment, anti-bribery governance, and the role of the dedicated compliance function.
    6. Planning: Addresses bribery risk assessment, anti-bribery objectives, and actions to address identified risks and opportunities.
    7. Support: Ensures necessary resources, competence, awareness, communication, and documented information are in place.
    8. Operation: Covers due diligence on business associates, financial and non-financial controls, gifts and hospitality management, whistleblowing mechanisms, and internal investigations.
    9. Performance Evaluation: Covers monitoring, measurement, internal audit, and management review processes.
    10. Improvement: Focuses on continual improvement of the ABMS, addressing nonconformities and corrective actions.

    Importance of Accreditation for ISO 37001:2025 Certification

    Choosing an accredited certification body for ISO 37001:2025 is critical to ensuring the credibility, legitimacy, and global recognition of your certification. Accredited bodies such as TNV System Certification (IAS accredited) operate under rigorous international oversight, employing qualified auditors and following robust, auditable certification processes. This results in certifications that are widely respected and accepted by clients, regulators, investors, and business partners worldwide.

    Accreditation also significantly reduces the risk of your certification being challenged or questioned — particularly in regulated industries, public procurement processes, or international business relationships. For global recognition, certifications must be issued by bodies accredited by members of the International Accreditation Forum (IAF). You can verify certifications and accreditation status on the IAF portal at www.iafcertsearch.org.


    Steps for Obtaining ISO 37001:2025 Certification

    1. Understand the Requirements: Study the ISO 37001:2025 standard and familiarize yourself with anti-bribery management principles and obligations.
    2. Gap Analysis: Conduct a gap analysis to identify areas for improvement in your current policies, procedures, and controls.
    3. ABMS Implementation: Implement the necessary changes to align your organizational processes and documentation with ISO 37001:2025 requirements.
    4. Internal Audit: Perform an internal audit to evaluate compliance with the standard and identify any non-conformities.
    5. Select a Certification Body: Contact TNV System Certification Pvt. Ltd. to initiate the certification audit process.
    6. Stage One Audit: TNV auditors will review your ABMS documentation for conformance with ISO 37001:2025 requirements.
    7. Stage Two Audit: A comprehensive on-site audit of your Anti-Bribery Management System will be conducted by TNV auditors.
    8. Certification Decision: If your organization meets all the requirements, ISO 37001:2025 certification will be granted.
    9. Surveillance Audits: Annual audits will be performed to ensure continued compliance and continual improvement of your ABMS.

    What is the Cost of ISO 37001:2025 Certification?

    The cost of ISO 37001:2025 certification is not fixed and varies depending on several factors, including the size of the organization, its geographical location, the complexity of operations and bribery risk profile, the number of jurisdictions and business associates in scope, and the current state of ABMS implementation.

    For smaller organizations with limited operations, certification costs are generally lower. For larger or multinational organizations with complex anti-bribery risk environments, costs may be higher due to the extended audit duration and scope required.

    Certification charges primarily depend on three key factors: the status of ABMS implementation within the organization, the required audit duration, and registration fees. TNV provides a tailored quotation based on your specific organizational profile and requirements. To obtain a quotation, please complete the inquiry form (TNV F 001) available in the Downloads section of our official portal, or submit your inquiry directly via email.


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    If you are planning to pursue ISO 37001:2025 Certification, you may request a quotation by providing your organization's details in Application Form TNV F 001. The form can be downloaded from the Downloads section of our website, or you can submit your inquiry through our online Contact Us form.

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