Certification & Compliance Consulting

Certification consultants guide companies through certification processes including ISO, organic, kosher, halal, and industry-specific standards.

With certifications valuable and processes complex, consulting generates revenue of $150,000-$520,000 with 75-85% margins.

The business requires certification expertise, audit and implementation knowledge, industry standards understanding, documentation skills, and auditor network.

Services include ISO certification consulting (9001, 14001, 27001), organic certification support (USDA, EU), kosher and halal certification, food safety certifications (SQF, GFSI), industry certifications, and internal audit training.

Revenue through project fees $5,000-$50,000+.

Success factors include deep certification knowledge and experience, auditor and certification body relationships, implementation and documentation expertise, understanding industry requirements and benefits, and serving manufacturers and food companies.

Marketing focuses on manufacturers, food companies, exporters, and growing businesses.

With certifications differentiating and market access required in 2025, certification consulting offers compliance opportunities serving quality and standards with expertise and auditor relationships as key.