Certified on the First Attempt
Across 200+ certification projects, clients pass their certification audit the first time. Our systematic, operations-first approach gets you audit-ready and keeps you there.
Kaizen ISO Consulting helps clients and organizations achieve and maintain ISO certification. We believe in the principles of Kaizen, continuous improvement that drives real operational value, not just a certificate on the wall. Across our practitioners' combined lead-auditor experience, we have delivered 200+ projects with clients passing certification on the first attempt.

| Standard | Discipline | Industries served | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
ISO 9001 | Quality Management Systems | Quality · Cross-industry | Foundation standard. Most engagements integrate with 14001 / 45001. |
AS9100 | Aerospace Quality Management | Aerospace · Aerospace · Defense | Tier 1 and Tier 2 component manufacturers. |
AS9120 | Aerospace Distributors | Aerospace · Aerospace distribution | Pass-through inspection, traceability, FOD. |
IATF 16949 | Automotive Quality Management | Automotive · Automotive Tier 1/2 | Production environments with OEM-mandated requirements. |
ISO 14001 | Environmental Management | Environmental · Cross-industry | EMS rollouts integrated with QMS programs. |
ISO 45001 | Occupational Health and Safety | Safety · High-hazard manufacturing | OHS management replacing OHSAS 18001. |
ISO 50001 | Energy Management | Energy · Industrial · Utilities | Continuous improvement of energy performance. |
ISO 46001 | Water Efficiency Management | Environmental · Process manufacturing | Water-use efficiency and stewardship. |
ISO 27001 | Information Security Management | InfoSec · Controlled-data manufacturers | ISMS for manufacturers handling CUI. |
ISO 17025 | Testing & Calibration Laboratories | Laboratory · Cal labs · Test labs | Competence requirements for testing bodies. |
ISO 13485 | Medical Devices | Medical · Med-device manufacturers | Regulatory quality systems for med-device. |
CMMI | Capability Maturity Model Integration | Process maturity · Software · Engineering | Process-maturity benchmarking and improvement. |
NIST/CMMC | Cybersecurity Maturity Model | Cybersecurity · DIB · Defense suppliers | DFARS compliance for defense industrial base. |
Across 200+ certification projects, clients pass their certification audit the first time. Our systematic, operations-first approach gets you audit-ready and keeps you there.
We build management systems around how your organization actually operates, not generic templates that collect dust. Every deliverable is tailored to your workflows.
From ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 to ISO 27001, plus AS9100 and IATF 16949, we bring deep expertise across the full spectrum of management system standards.
Our proprietary gap analysis and audit tools give you real-time visibility into your compliance posture, so there are never any surprises.
Testimonials
Director of New Operations, Afognak Diversified Services, Inc.
Trenton Steadman (The Legend) is a great communicator and a pleasure to collaborate with on a regular basis. He made the ISO experience easy to understand and was very open to suggestion and to provide expert guidance.
EHS Coordinator, Lift Technologies, Inc.
I was overwhelmed with the thought of obtaining the ISO 14001 certification on my own and didn't even know where to start. Once I spoke with Trenton at Kaizen Consulting, I immediately felt reassured and that it would be obtainable with his guidance. Trenton is very professional and extremely knowledgeable about the ISO standards. He also has a good grasp on how manufacturing businesses work. T...
Director, Quality, Risk & Compliance, Energy Storage Solution Manufacturer
Trenton greatly assisted our effort to create and customize a quality framework and implementation that was right sized for our organization and met the ISO standard. He brought a balance of confidence, humility, and detailed knowledge of the ISO requirements. In short order, he demonstrated his possession of quality insights and ability to weave together.
Non-Executive Director, Telecommunications & Broadband Service Provider
Trenton's approach to ISO certification is smart, concise and fit for purpose. Trenton, the utmost professional, took the time to not only understand yet also appreciate the nuances of our company and built this into our quality management system. Trenton provided advice that was fit for purpose that did not leave us bogged down in paperwork or redundant meetings each month.
VP of Operations, Advanced Materials Manufacturer
During our preparation stage Trenton helped align our company goals and desired outcomes to formulate a ISO manual that was both clear and organized for all of our team members to understand and implement. One thing that surprised us was Trenton's ability to quickly and concisely develop the needed requirements into a complete package. He was available throughout the process for any guidance, h...
Director of Business Development, Critical IT Infrastructure Gov. Contractor
I extend my gratitude to Trenton for his exceptional guidance in helping us achieve ISO 9001:2015 certification on our first attempt. Trenton's expertise, tailored approach, and meticulous audit preparation were instrumental in our success. I highly recommend Trenton to any organization seeking ISO certification. Thank you, Trenton, for your outstanding support!
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