{"id":23479,"date":"2025-06-16T13:48:02","date_gmt":"2025-06-16T16:48:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fius.com.br\/?p=23479"},"modified":"2025-06-16T13:48:02","modified_gmt":"2025-06-16T16:48:02","slug":"compliance-and-quality-certifications-do-they-go-hand-in-hand","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fius.com.br\/en\/compliance-and-quality-certifications-do-they-go-hand-in-hand\/","title":{"rendered":"Compliance and quality certifications: do they go hand in hand?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Do compliance and quality certifications go hand in hand? Yes.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Just as a company’s compliance department ensures compliance with laws and internal rules, the quality department ensures regulatory compliance in an increasingly demanding business environment.<\/p>\n

And just as a Code of Conduct and an anti-corruption policy indicate both to internal staff and the market how a company intends to execute its business objectives, quality certifications issued by ABNT (Brazilian Association of Technical Standards) and INMETRO (National Institute of Metrology, Quality and Technology), for example, play a fundamental role in the safety, reliability, and competitiveness of products on the market.<\/p>\n

Beyond being prerequisites for numerous bids and contracts, these certifications confirm that companies adhere to nationally and internationally recognized standards, reducing regulatory risks and strengthening their reputation in the sector, serving as instruments of trust for consumers, investors, and regulators.<\/p>\n

Similarly, a company publicly recognized for its compliance efforts (such as Pr\u00f3 \u00c9tica, issued by CGU, or the Mais Integridade Seal, from the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Supply – MAPA) has a qualified reputation.<\/p>\n

However, obtaining and maintaining these certifications requires an ongoing commitment to good compliance and quality management practices.<\/p>\n

ABNT technical standards and INMETRO certifications establish minimum requirements for the manufacture, sale, and use of products in various industries, including automotive, electronics, chemicals, and consumer goods.<\/p>\n

Companies that do not comply with these requirements may face regulatory sanctions, such as product seizures, fines, and trade restrictions. In addition, lack of certification can expose organizations to lawsuits and reputational damage, directly impacting their market position.<\/p>\n

Similarly, companies with robust and certified compliance programs follow rules and guidelines, such as those of ISO 37301, for example. And if they fail to comply with any aspect, they suffer consequences, such as being prevented from contracting with the public administration, not having access to financing lines, and even losing private contracts.<\/p>\n

On the other hand, certified companies demonstrate a commitment to compliance, which strengthens the trust of customers, investors, and regulatory agencies.<\/p>\n

And the similarities between the two worlds \u2014 compliance and regulatory \u2014 go further.<\/p>\n

Despite their importance, companies face challenges in obtaining these certifications, either due to the complexity of the technical requirements or the costs involved in the process. Among the main obstacles are:<\/p>\n