Overview

ISO 37001 is an international standard that provides a framework for organizations to implement, maintain, and improve an anti-bribery management system (ABMS) to prevent, detect, and respond to bribery. It offers requirements and guidance for all types of organizations, including public, private, and not-for-profit sectors, to reduce the risk of bribery and demonstrate a commitment to integrity and compliance.

Key features and benefits of ISO 37001

Proactive approach:

It helps organizations develop an anti-bribery culture and implement controls to prevent and detect bribery before it occurs.

Versatile and adaptable:

The standard can be a stand-alone system or integrated with other management systems like ISO 9001 (quality) or ISO 14001 (environmental) due to its adherence to the ISO High-Level Structure (HLS).

Comprehensive scope:

It addresses various forms of bribery, including direct and indirect bribery, and bribery committed by or against the organization, its personnel, or its business associates.

Demonstrates commitment:

Certification provides evidence to stakeholders—including employees, customers, and funders—that the organization has implemented internationally recognized anti-bribery controls.

Supports legal compliance:

It can provide evidence of reasonable steps taken to prevent bribery in the event of a criminal investigation.

Encourages transparency:

By establishing clear responsibilities and a dedicated anti-bribery compliance function, it fosters a culture of trust and ethical behavior.