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THE COST VERSUS THE VALUE OF ISO CERTIFICATION
Wednesday, 17 June 2026 – 10:00am
Many organisations understand the cost of ISO certification.
Far fewer truly understand its value.
Too often, ISO is viewed as a mandatory expense — something required to satisfy customers or pass audits. When this happens, certification becomes a recurring cost with limited return.
When leadership understands and applies ISO correctly, ISO becomes a strategic investment that supports performance, governance, and risk management.
This live Microsoft Teams Master Class is designed for Managing Directors and Executives who want clarity on where ISO creates value — and where it doesn’t.
WHAT THIS SESSION WILL COVER
✅ Why many organisations experience ISO as a cost rather than a benefit
✅ How leadership decisions determine the return on ISO investment
✅ The hidden costs of poorly implemented ISO systems
✅ How strong governance increases value without increasing complexity
✅ What auditors really look for when assessing value and effectiveness
✅ How to use ISO certification to support strategy, risk, and decision‑making
THIS IS NOT A TECHNICAL SESSION
This is not about clauses, procedures, or documentation.
It is a leadership‑level discussion focused on:
✅ Maximising return on certification spend
✅ Reducing audit fatigue and compliance overhead
✅ Ensuring ISO adds measurable business value
✅ Making informed decisions about certification scope and investment
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
✅ Managing Directors and Executives
✅ Senior leaders responsible for governance and oversight
✅ Organisations questioning the return on ISO certification
✅ Businesses preparing for surveillance or recertification audits
✅ ISO Consultants advising executive teams
IF THIS SOUNDS FAMILIAR…
✅ ISO feels expensive with limited business benefit
✅ Certification is maintained because it’s “required,” not because it adds value
✅ Audits feel disruptive rather than constructive
✅ Leadership wants clearer ROI from certification spend
👉 This session will provide clarity.
ABOUT THE PRESENTER
TONY CUNNINGHAM is an internationally respected ISO authority with over 30 years of experience in auditing, certification, training, and international standards development.
✅ Managing Director – Wynleigh International Certification Services
✅ Founding Director – SAATCA
✅ SAATCA Registered Lead Auditor
✅ Member of ISO Technical Committees:
• ISO/TC 176 (ISO 9001 – Quality Management)
• ISO/TC 262 (ISO 31000 – Risk Management)
Tony offers rare insight into how leadership behaviour directly influences audit outcomes and system value.
DELIVERY FORMAT
✅ Live interactive session via Microsoft Teams
✅ Real‑time discussion and Q&A
✅ Designed for senior leadership, not technical teams
ISO DELIVERS VALUE WHEN LEADERSHIP UNDERSTANDS THE DIFFERENCE
We look forward to welcoming you live.
CONTACT DETAILS
Wynleigh International Certification Services
📞 +27 (0) 31 941 4790
📧 info@wynleigh.com
🌐 www.wynleigh.com
Risk Group
📞 +27 (0) 31 569 5900
📧 enquiries@riskgroup.ltd
🌐 www.riskgroup.ltd
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Wednesday, 17 June 2026 - 10:00am
For further information, please contact us:
T: +27 (0)31 941 4790
E: info@wynleigh.com