ISO 56001 is for any organization looking to enhance its innovation processes, regardless of its size, sector, products or services.
In today’s rapid and ever-evolving business world, the ability to innovate is essential for an organization’s survival and growth. But innovation without proper direction is ineffective.
ISO 56001 is the first standard for innovation management systems. This global standard provides the requirements and guidance for establishing, implementing, maintaining and continuously improving an innovation management system. It augments your organization’s ability to innovate consistently and successfully, offering a systematic approach to fostering and managing innovation.
Certification demonstrates your commitment to being competitive, reduces uncertainty and improves your chances of achieving significant benefits from new products, services, processes and models. The standard can be tailored to any organization, regardless of its type, size, products or services.

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ISO 56001 is for any organization looking to enhance its innovation processes, regardless of its size, sector, products or services.
The ISO 56001 standard equips organizations with the framework to manage innovation systematically.
By fostering a culture that supports innovation, organizations can improve performance, resilience and market competitiveness.
Here is a summary of the process:
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Certification is not a one-off event, but an ongoing process. To maintain certification, organizations must continually monitor and enhance their innovation management system. This includes undergoing regular internal audits, reviewing performance against objectives and updating when needed to reflect strategic, operational or external changes.
ISO 56001’s harmonized structure is compatible with other management system standards, allowing seamless integration.
Organizations can align or integrate their innovation management system with other standards to leverage synergy and increase management efficiency.
ISO 56001 is compatible with other ISO management system standards, enabling an integrated approach to managing various organizational capabilities and processes.