AQAP 2110 – NATO-approved quality assurance for the defence industry
AQAP 2110 certification shows that your company meets NATO’s requirements for quality, demonstrating your credibility and inspiring trust among military and government customers.
Why choose AQAP 2110 certification?
If your company supplies products or services to the Danish Ministry of Defence or other NATO organisations, it must meet the requirements of the AQAP 2110 standard.
AQAP (Allied Quality Assurance Publications) is NATO’s set of quality assurance standards, and AQAP 2110:2016 contains specific requirements regarding the design, development, and manufacturing of defence-related products.
Certification guarantees a systematic approach to quality management and can open the door to new contracts and market opportunities in the defence sector. AQAP 2110 certification is based on quality management elements from ISO 9001:2015, but the NATO standard imposes additional requirements related to quality assurance and delivery reliability in the defence industry.
When you achieve AQAP 2110 certification, you gain the following benefits:
- Access to the defence market – Document your company’s compliance with the requirements of AQAP 2110.
- Elevated credibility – Demonstrate that your company has a robust quality assurance system that meets international defence standards.
- It can be combined with ISO 9001 – The NATO standard builds on ISO 9001:2015 but has more stringent requirements related to traceability, risk management, and contract fulfilment.
- Improved risk management – Identify and address potential risks throughout the value chain and manufacturing process before they become critical.
- Effective quality management – A systematic approach to quality management raises product standards and reduces manufacturing faults.
- Increased competitiveness – Help your company stand out and create new business opportunities in the defence industry.
What does it take to achieve AQAP 2110 certification?
AQAP 2110 certification is a stand-alone certification process that requires you to have already implemented a certified ISO 9001 management system covering comparable operations.
Choose a certification body you can depend on
Choosing the right partner is crucial once you have decided to pursue AQAP 2110 certification. The right partner will ensure a smooth certification process and create real value for your company.
At FORCE Certification, we combine our extensive expertise with a practical, business-oriented approach that makes certification efficient and straightforward.
We understand that quality is about more than documentation alone – it also means bolstering your competitiveness, optimising workflows, and fostering trust among your customers and partners.
With FORCE Certification, you get:
- Experienced auditors with industry insight – Our auditors have real-world experience and a deep understanding of your industry.
- A fixed contact – You will be assigned a dedicated auditor who knows your company and management system.
- Direct communication – With us, there are no intermediaries or booking agents – you speak directly with our auditors once the agreement is in place.
- A simple certification process – Our deviation management system is user-friendly and straightforward, promoting transparency and efficiency.
- Market access and a competitive advantage – Certification elevates your company’s credibility and opens new business opportunities.
- Clear, fair pricing – With no hidden fees, you will know precisely what you are paying for.
How does management system certification work?
You and our auditor will plan the certification process together.
From that point, the process typically looks like this:
- Stage 1, where auditors from FORCE Certification assess whether the company’s management system adheres to the standard. Any problem areas identified must be closed before certification can continue.
- Stage 2, where auditors from FORCE Certification conduct interviews and observe areas of the company to confirm if the management system has been implemented and is adhered to in everyday operations. Any non-conformities must be closed before a certificate can be issued.
We focus on a professional certification process, with an appreciative and value-adding approach.
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