Apricorn achieves ISO 9001:2015 certification for quality

Apricorn, the globally renowned manufacturer of software-free, 256-bit AES XTS hardware-encrypted USB data storage devices, has been granted ISO 9001:2015 certification from IAPMO SCB, effective immediately. ISO 9001:2015 is a globally recognised business standard focused on quality management systems.

"Apricorn makes encryption storage devices that are recognised as the best in the industry and are used across regulated industries such as government, healthcare, financial services and more. Implementing business processes that meet ISO 9001:2015 signals to our customers and prospects that we are focused on the highest quality assurance standards now and are committed to continually improving them in the future," said Jon Fielding, Managing Director, EMEA, at Apricorn.

ISO 9001:2015 requirements

According to the certifying body, IAPMO SCB, companies that implement ISO 9001:2015 requirements and achieve certification commonly find benefits such as:

• Maintains and improves the quality of products and services, pioneering to increased customer satisfaction.
• Streamlines processes, reduces errors, and increases operational efficiency, resulting in cost savings and improved resource utilisation.
• Enhances the organisation’s credibility, making it more attractive to international customers and partners.
• Demonstrates compliance with quality management standards, reducing the risk of noncompliance issues and associated penalties.
• Encourages a culture of continuous improvement, fostering innovation and adaptability within the organisation.

Apricorn’s ISO 9001:2015 certification

Apricorn’s ISO 9001:2015 certification applies to its headquarters in Southern California, which houses its research and development, product testing facilities, and business operations teams.

Apricorn devices provide a simple and secure method for transporting sensitive data outside the firewall or storing offline and help companies in regulated industries adhere to compliance regulations including finance, government, power & energy, legal and healthcare.