SHORT ANSWER: No, ISO 9001 certification does not have to be UKAS accredited.
First of all, it's important to understand that UKAS don't provide ISO 9001 certification directly. They're actually on the level above that, providing accreditation for the certification bodies who can get your business certified.
But UKAS-accredited certification companies are not the only bodies who can provide valid ISO 9001 certification. Other accreditation bodies do exist; for example, ISO Accelerator is accredited by the IAFDC, and this allows us to provide a dynamic alternative to UKAS-accredited certification services.
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ISO Accelerator's remote certification process makes it easy for small businesses to achieve ISO 9001 certification on a budget.
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In April 2025, Marks & Spencer – one of the UK’s leading retailers – disclosed that they had experienced a cyberattack which disrupted their online operations and left customer data vulnerable.
This attack made headlines in Britain and beyond, and it has highlighted the critical importance of strong information security practices for modern-day businesses.
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At ISO Accelerator, our remote certification process makes it easy for small businesses and startups to achieve ISO 14001 certification with minimal hassle and lower costs.
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At ISO Accelerator, our remote certification service makes it easy for small businesses and startups to achieve ISO 27001 certification without wasting time on long consultation sessions and site visits.
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