Transfer

1. Service Quality & Responsiveness

Many organisations transfer because they want:

• Faster response times
• Clearer communication
• More practical, industry-experienced auditors

2. Industry Expertise

Some Certification Bodies operate very broadly. Clients in steel, fabrication, manufacturing, or construction products often transfer to a body that:

• Has auditors from engineering, welding, or manufacturing backgrounds
• Understands standards such as EN 1090, ISO 9001, 14001, 45001
• Can carry out audits that are technically robust and commercially realistic

3. Cost Transparency & Value

Transfers frequently occur due to:

• Unexpected annual increases
• Lack of clarity around daily rates or additional fees
• Poor value relative to the service provided

Clients want transparent pricing and a clear understanding of what they are paying for.

4. Change in Business Needs

As organisations grow or diversify, they may need:

• Additional standards (e.g. adding ISO 14001 or 45001)
• Extension of scope or new products / processes
• A Certification or Notified Body that can support expansion into new markets

5. Accreditation & Scope Limitations

Some transfers happen because:

• The existing body loses accreditation
• The required standard, scheme, or product scope is no longer covered
• The client needs a Notified Body rather than just a Certification Body (or vice versa)

This is particularly relevant for construction products and CE marking.

6. Business Continuity

Importantly:

• A transfer does not reset your certification
• It does not mean non-compliance
• It is a recognised, accredited process under ISO and IAF rules

When managed correctly, there is no interruption to certificates or market access.