What is ISO 31000:2018?
ISO 31000:2018 provides principles, a framework, and a process for managing risk. It can be used by any organisation regardless of its size, activity, or sector. The standard helps organisations increase the likelihood of achieving objectives, improve identification of opportunities and threats, and effectively allocate and use resources for risk treatment.
Why ISO 31000 Certification Matters in Asia
Effective risk management is fundamental to sustainable business. ISO 31000:2018 provides a universal risk management framework that integrates with any management system โ ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 22301 โ and supports strategic decision-making across the organisation. In Asia's dynamic and volatile business environment, systematic risk management is increasingly demanded by boards, regulators, and investors.
ISOAsia Track Record: We have helped over 500+ organisations across Asia achieve ISO 31000 certification with a 98% first-pass success rate. Our dedicated consultants guide you from gap analysis to certified in Implementation: 2โ4 months.
Key Industries for ISO 31000 Certification
ISO 31000:2018 Requirements Overview
ISO 31000:2018 (not certifiable as an organisation, but can be assessed) covers risk management principles, framework (mandate, design, implementation, evaluation, improvement), and risk management process (scope, context, criteria; risk assessment; risk treatment; monitoring and review; recording and reporting).
ISOAsia's ISO 31000 Certification Process
Step 1: Gap Analysis
Assess your current state against ISO 31000:2018 requirements
Step 2: Implementation
Documentation, procedures, and system development
Step 3: Internal Audit
Pre-certification check to close all non-conformities
Step 4: Certification
Stage 1 & Stage 2 audit with accredited certification body
Frequently Asked Questions โ ISO 31000:2018
ISO 31000 is a guidance standard, not a requirements standard โ it cannot be certified against directly. However, ISOAsia can help implement ISO 31000-aligned risk management frameworks that satisfy auditors, regulators, and stakeholders. It also supports certification against ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and other standards.