Universal Accreditation Board (UAB)
The Universal Accreditation Board (UAB) is an independent and impartial accreditation authority dedicated to promoting excellence in conformity assessment. Established in 2020, UAB specializes in accrediting Management System Certification Bodies (CBs), ensuring that their certification processes comply with international standards such as ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015, ISO/IEC 17021-2:2016, ISO/IEC 17021-3:2017, ISO/IEC TS 17021-10:2018, and ISO/IEC 17020:2012 inspection body services.
Our core philosophy is simple — accreditation should not just be a compliance milestone but a driver of continual improvement and trust. Unlike conventional accreditation models that rely solely on a binary “yes/no” assessment, UAB employs a quantitative performance-based evaluation model. This approach allows us to measure, monitor, and analyze the performance of Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) on an ongoing basis, enabling them to improve efficiency, maintain impartiality, and deliver consistent value to their clients.
Worldwide Presence and Impact
With operations spanning more than 25 countries, UAB works closely with certification bodies, regulatory authorities, government agencies, and industry leaders to foster a internationally harmonized accreditation framework. This international reach ensures that certifications issued under UAB-accredited CBs are recognized, respected, and trusted worldwide, allowing certified organizations to confidently compete in worldwide markets.
Our broad strategy focuses on
Industry Collaboration
What Sets UAB Apart
- Independence & Impartiality: We uphold strict neutrality to safeguard the credibility of the accreditation process.
- Performance-Driven Accreditation: Our unique quantitative monitoring system evaluates key metrics such as audit effectiveness, client satisfaction, and technical competence.
- Innovation in Oversight: UAB uses technology-enabled monitoring, risk-based assessments, and real-time reporting to maintain the highest level of oversight.
- Transparency & Accessibility: Our accreditation processes are designed to be clear, predictable, and user-friendly, minimizing complexity for CABs.
- International Reputation: Our name is synonymous with integrity, reliability, and trust in conformity assessment.
Our Mission
To build trust, enhance credibility, and raise standards by empowering Conformity Assessment Bodies to deliver reliable, consistent, and internationally recognized certification services.
Our Vision
To be the world’s most respected, innovative, and forward-thinking accreditation body, setting a new benchmark for quality, safety, and sustainability in conformity assessment.
Our Core Values
- Integrity: We act with honesty, transparency, and fairness in all decisions.
- Impartiality: We safeguard neutrality and avoid conflicts of interest in every assessment.
- Excellence: We strive for continuous improvement in our systems, processes, and people.
- Collaboration: We work closely with industry, regulators, and CABs to shape the future of accreditation.
- Innovation: We embrace new technologies and methodologies to improve efficiency and relevance.