ISO 37001:2016 - Anti-Bribery Management Systems

ISO 37001 Certification is an internationally recognized anti-bribery management system standard providing requirements and guidance for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and improving programs preventing bribery in public, private, and non-profit sectors. This certification mandates anti-bribery policies, risk assessment procedures, due diligence on business associates, financial controls, training programs, whistleblowing mechanisms, investigation procedures, and continuous monitoring systems. The standard addresses direct and indirect bribery involving employees, contractors, agents, and business partners ensuring comprehensive coverage across organizational activities, supply chains, and third-party relationships including joint ventures and acquisitions.

The certification process requires appointing compliance functions with independence and authority, conducting regular bribery risk assessments across operations and jurisdictions, implementing proportionate controls addressing identified risks, establishing clear reporting channels, maintaining detailed records, and demonstrating top management commitment to anti-bribery culture. Certified organizations must provide role-specific training, conduct due diligence before engaging third parties, monitor transactions for suspicious patterns, investigate allegations promptly, and take corrective actions when violations occur. ISO 37001 compliance helps organizations meet legal obligations under UK Bribery Act, US Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, and similar anti-corruption legislation worldwide.