What is ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018?

ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 is the internationally recognized standard for IT Service Management Systems (ITSM). It provides a framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving a service management system that meets business and customer requirements.

The standard is aligned with ITIL best practices and helps organizations deliver reliable, high-quality IT services through process control, performance monitoring, and continual improvement. It covers areas such as service delivery, incident and change management, supplier relationships, and customer satisfaction.

ISO/IEC 20000-1 is applicable to organizations of all sizes that provide IT services, whether internally or externally, across sectors such as finance, healthcare, government, telecommunications, and more.

Achieving certification demonstrates your organization’s commitment to delivering efficient, consistent, and customer-focused IT services, while aligning with international best practices.

Why Choose ISO/IEC 20000-1 Certification?

Improves IT Service Quality

Aligns with International Best Practices

Enhances Customer Satisfaction

Reduces Service Disruptions

Increases Operational Efficiency

Supports Regulatory and Contractual Compliance

Builds Stakeholder Trust

Enables Continuous Improvement

Which Industries Benefit from ISO/IEC 20000-1?

ISO/IEC 20000-1 is beneficial for any organization that delivers or relies heavily on IT services — whether for internal use, outsourced services, or as a core business offering. The standard supports consistent service delivery, risk reduction, and alignment with global IT service management best practices.

Industries that particularly benefit from ISO/IEC 20000-1 certification include:

IT Service Providers and Managed Service Providers (MSPs)
(helpdesks, cloud providers, infrastructure support)

Finance and Banking
(IT-dependent services, customer portals, cybersecurity)

Healthcare and Medical IT Systems
(electronic health records, clinical systems, telemedicine)

Telecommunications and Network Services
(ISPs, mobile operators, call centers)

Public Sector and Government Agencies
(digital transformation, e-government platforms)

Education and Research Institutions
(online learning systems, research data management)

Retail and E-commerce Platforms
(payment systems, customer support technologies)

Manufacturing and Industrial Automation
(IT-enabled production, IoT, ERP systems)

ISO/IEC 20000-1 is ideal for any organization seeking to improve IT service performance, demonstrate reliability to clients, and maintain control over complex service environments.

Why Work with BBS?

25 Years Experience

Trusted Certification Body

Auditors with Technical Expertise

Clear and Respectful Communication

Reliable and Transparent Processes

Efficient Process Management

Certification Process

Our certification process is designed in accordance with ISO/IEC 17021 to ensure impartiality, independency, and transparency. Each step is carried out by qualified personnel, auditors and decision-makers to evaluate the effectiveness and conformity of your management system.

Application and Contract

We collect basic information about your organization and its management system. A quotation and agreement are provided.

Stage 1 Audit – Document Review

We review your management system documentation to evaluate readiness for the main audit and identify potential issues.

Stage 2 Audit – On-site Assessment

Our auditors conduct an on-site evaluation to verify that your system is effectively implemented and complies with the standard.

Certification Decision

Based on audit results, an independent certification decision is made. If successful, a certificate is issued.

Surveillance Audits

Regular annual audits are conducted to ensure continued compliance and ongoing improvement.

Recertification

Every three years, a recertification audit is performed to renew your certificate and validate long-term conformity.

Pre-Audit

Before the formal audit, we can conduct a voluntary pre-audit to identify any major gaps in your management system and provide insight into readiness. This step does not affect the certification decision.

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