About the American Board of International Accreditation Services
The American Board of International Accreditation Services (ABOIAS) is an independent accreditation body that provides accreditation services to conformity assessment bodies through documented accreditation requirements and structured assessment processes.
ABOIAS is established to evaluate the competence of organizations that perform conformity assessment activities, including certification, inspection, testing, calibration, medical laboratory services, personnel certification, product certification, and validation and verification activities.
Our accreditation activities are conducted in accordance with applicable accreditation requirements, relevant ISO/IEC standards for each accreditation scheme, and the documented policies and procedures of ABOIAS. We are committed to maintaining a fair, transparent, and consistent accreditation process that supports confidence in accredited organizations.
Impartiality
Confidence
Professional accreditation through impartial and systematic assessment
ABOIAS is dedicated to providing professional accreditation services through an impartial and systematic assessment process.
Our role is to assess whether applicant organizations demonstrate the competence, impartiality, and capability required to perform conformity assessment activities within the scope of the accreditation they seek.
Every accreditation assessment is conducted using established procedures, qualified assessment personnel, and objective evaluation methods. Accreditation decisions are based on the evidence gathered during the assessment process and are made in accordance with the documented requirements of ABOIAS.
We strive to maintain an accreditation framework that promotes consistency, accountability, and continual improvement while supporting the needs of conformity assessment bodies across a variety of industries.
Our Mission
To provide impartial, transparent, and technically competent accreditation services through a structured assessment process that evaluates conformity assessment bodies against applicable accreditation requirements and relevant standards.
Our Vision
To maintain a professional accreditation framework founded on integrity, competence, impartiality, consistency, and continual improvement while supporting confidence in conformity assessment activities.
The principles that guide accreditation activities
Impartiality
Impartiality is fundamental to the credibility of accreditation. ABOIAS is committed to identifying, evaluating, and managing potential conflicts of interest to support objective accreditation decisions.
Integrity
We conduct accreditation activities with honesty, professionalism, and ethical responsibility.
Technical Competence
Assessments are performed by qualified personnel with the appropriate knowledge, skills, and experience relevant to the accreditation scope.
Transparency
Our accreditation policies, procedures, and assessment processes are documented and communicated to applicants and accredited organizations.
Consistency
Accreditation activities follow established methodologies designed to promote consistent implementation across all accreditation schemes.
Confidentiality
Information obtained during accreditation activities is managed in accordance with applicable confidentiality requirements and legal obligations.
Continual Improvement
We regularly review and improve our accreditation framework to enhance the effectiveness of our accreditation services.
Accreditation services across multiple sectors
ABOIAS provides accreditation services for eligible conformity assessment bodies operating in various sectors. Each program is conducted against the applicable accreditation criteria, relevant standards, and documented ABOIAS policies and procedures.
Certification Bodies
Inspection Bodies
Testing Laboratories
Calibration Laboratories
Medical Laboratories
Personnel Certification Bodies
Product Certification Bodies
Validation and Verification Bodies
A structured process designed to promote consistency, transparency, and technical competence
The scope and duration of each assessment may vary depending on the accreditation program, the complexity of the applicant's operations, and other applicable requirements.
- Submission of Application
- Application Review
- Agreement and Planning
- Document Review
- Assessment
- Review of Findings
- Corrective Action Evaluation
- Accreditation Decision
- Certificate Issuance
- Surveillance Activities
- Reassessment
Documented governance arrangements
ABOIAS maintains documented governance arrangements that support the effective management of accreditation activities.
- Support impartial decision-making
- Maintain accountability throughout accreditation activities
- Ensure consistent implementation of accreditation procedures
- Promote transparency in accreditation processes
- Support continual review and improvement
Objective evidence and independent decisions
ABOIAS recognizes that impartiality is essential to the confidence placed in accreditation.
Policies and procedures are maintained to identify, evaluate, and manage risks that may affect impartiality. Accreditation decisions are made independently of assessment activities and are based solely on objective evidence obtained during the assessment process.
Personnel involved in accreditation activities are expected to act professionally, ethically, and in accordance with documented impartiality requirements.
Maintaining and improving the management system
ABOIAS is committed to maintaining and continually improving its accreditation management system.
- Maintaining documented accreditation policies and procedures
- Ensuring the competence of assessment personnel
- Conducting internal reviews of accreditation activities
- Monitoring the effectiveness of accreditation processes
- Managing complaints and appeals through documented procedures
- Promoting continual improvement throughout the organization
- Structured accreditation procedures
- Independent accreditation decision-making
- Qualified assessment personnel
- Clearly documented accreditation requirements
- Transparent communication
- Consistent assessment methodologies
- Professional and ethical conduct
- Continual improvement of accreditation activities
Constructive engagement with interested parties
ABOIAS values constructive engagement with applicants, accredited organizations, regulators, industry representatives, and other interested parties.
- Conducting accreditation activities professionally and impartially
- Protecting confidential information obtained during assessments
- Responding to enquiries in a timely manner
- Providing clear guidance on accreditation requirements and processes
- Maintaining documented complaints and appeals procedures
- Reviewing and improving accreditation activities on an ongoing basis
Developing and strengthening accreditation programs
ABOIAS will continue to develop and strengthen its accreditation programs through the ongoing review of policies, procedures, and assessment practices. Our focus remains on providing a structured accreditation process that supports competence, consistency, impartiality, and confidence in conformity assessment activities while adapting to evolving industry needs and accreditation requirements.