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ISO 37301 Compliance Management System
ISO 37301 is the international standard that establishes the requirements for implementing, maintaining, and improving a Compliance Management System. It helps organizations comply with laws, regulations, industry codes, and corporate governance standards by integrating regulatory compliance into their culture, values, and daily operations.
¿Qué es ISO 37301?
What is ISO 37301?
ISO 37301 provides organizations with a management framework to identify their compliance obligations, assess non-compliance risks, establish controls and processes, and continually improve their compliance system. It replaced the ISO 19600 guide and, unlike it, is a certifiable standard based on the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle.
It is applicable to any organization, regardless of its size, sector, or nature, including public, private, and non-profit entities. While ISO 37001 focuses specifically on bribery, ISO 37301 covers regulatory compliance more broadly, and both standards are typically implemented in an integrated manner.
The conceptual basis
The pillars of ISO 37301
Culture of compliance
The standard promotes that compliance is not just a set of policies, but is integrated into the values, behavior, and attitudes of people within the organization.
Identification of compliance obligations
It requires mapping laws, regulations, industry codes, and good governance standards applicable to the organization's activity.
Focus on leadership and corporate governance
The commitment of senior management and the governing body is central to the effective functioning of the compliance system.
High-Level Structure (Annex SL)
ISO 37301 shares the same structure as ISO 9001, ISO 14001 or ISO 37001, which makes it easier to integrate compliance management with other already certified systems.
The structure of the standard
The 10 chapters of ISO 37301
Scope
Define the scope of the standard and which organizations it is directed to.
Regulatory references
Indicate the reference documents necessary for the application of the standard.
Terms and definitions
It brings together the specific compliance terms and definitions used in the standard.
Organizational context
Organizational context
Leadership
It establishes the commitment of senior management and the governing body to the compliance policy and the roles of responsibility.
Planning
Define compliance objectives, assess compliance risks, and take action to address them.
Support
It covers the resources, skills, training, communication, and documentation necessary to sustain the system.
Operation
It establishes operational controls, reporting processes, investigation and management of detected non-compliance.
Performance evaluation
It requires monitoring, measuring, analyzing and auditing the system, including reviews by the governing body and senior management.
Improvement
It establishes the continuous improvement cycle based on non-conformities and system results.
The value of the LSQA seal
We turn technical backing into trust
The LSQA seal is not just a document: it is visible proof that an organization went through a rigorous, objective audit process. When a client, business partner, or regulator sees it, they know it reflects years of certification experience across Latin America, strict technical criteria, and ongoing monitoring — not a self-assessment. That's why the seal becomes a business tool: it reduces the uncertainty of whoever chooses you and communicates, at a glance, a real commitment to quality.
Why certify
Benefits of ISO 37301 certification
Reduce the risk of penalties, fines, and reputational damage due to regulatory non-compliance
It strengthens the culture of integrity and good corporate governance throughout the organization.
It facilitates the identification and proactive management of legal and regulatory obligations.
It improves the confidence of customers, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
It integrates easily with other certified management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 37001, ISO 14001, etc.)
It provides a solid foundation to complement anti-bribery and risk management systems
Your journey with LSQA
Certification Process
Contact with LSQA
I receive advice
I provide the information needed for a quote
I receive a quote
I confirm the agreement by signing the contract
Welcome to the LSQA network
I am contacted to begin coordinating the service
I meet the audit team for my confirmation
I receive the audit plan
Audit
I receive the report
If applicable, I receive the certificate
My voice is heardPreguntas frecuentes
What is ISO 37301 certification?
The ISO 37301 certification verifies that an organization has a Compliance Management System implemented in accordance with the requirements of the international standard ISO 37301:2021, aimed at managing regulatory compliance in a systematic way.
What type of organizations does ISO 37301 apply to?
ISO 37301 applies to any organization, regardless of its size, sector or nature, including public, private and non-profit entities.
What is the difference between ISO 37301 and ISO 37001?
ISO 37001 focuses specifically on anti-bribery management, while ISO 37301 covers regulatory compliance more broadly (laws, regulations, industry codes, good governance). Many organizations implement both standards in an integrated manner.
Can ISO 37301 be integrated with other already certified standards?
Yes. By following the High-Level Structure (Annex SL), ISO 37301 integrates easily with existing management systems, such as ISO 9001 for quality, ISO 14001 for environmental management, or ISO 37001 for anti-bribery.
How long does the ISO 37301 certification process with LSQA take?
The ISO 37301 certification process with LSQA, from application to certificate issuance, typically takes between two and four months, depending on the size and complexity of the organization. This timeframe includes service coordination, Stage 1 and Stage 2 audits, report preparation (up to 15 days after the audit), and, if applicable, the time for the organization to present and demonstrate the effectiveness of corrective actions for any nonconformities.
What is the validity period of the ISO 37301 certificate?
The ISO 37301 certificate is valid for three years. During this period, LSQA conducts annual follow-up audits to verify that the Compliance Management System remains compliant with the standard's requirements. At the end of the three-year period, a recertification audit is performed to renew the certificate for another three-year term.
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