Is ISO Certification Compulsory for MSMEs in India?
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With the startup nation and MSME industry growing phenomenally in India, numerous entrepreneurs are searching for certifications that will enable them to remain competitive and gain the trust of customers. One of the most frequently asked questions by entrepreneurs is: "Is ISO certification compulsory for MSMEs in India?" The short answer is no, ISO certification is not required for MSMEs. But in most situations, it can be greatly helpful and even indirectly necessary while bidding for tenders, acquiring international clients, or when applying for government programs. Let's learn extensively what ISO certification is, if it's required or not, and why still so many thousands of Indian MSMEs voluntarily opt to get ISO certified despite the 'no' being a prevailing common sense. What is ISO Certification? ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certification is an internationally accepted validation of the fact that a business adheres to internationa...