ISO 37001 – Anti-Bribery Management
International standard for preventing, detecting, and addressing bribery
ISO 37001 is the international standard for anti-bribery management systems. It provides requirements and guidance for establishing, implementing, and improving a system that helps organizations prevent, detect, and address bribery.
The standard applies to any organization regardless of size or sector. It covers anti-bribery policies, due diligence procedures, financial controls, training, and reporting mechanisms.
Certification sends a strong message to investors, employees, and regulatory authorities about commitment to ethical business practices. If evidence of bribery emerges, certification may help reduce fines.
The latest version ISO 37001:2025 includes enhanced provisions for compliance culture and conflict of interest management.
Who is this for
Public and private organizations of all sizes. Companies in high bribery risk sectors (construction, energy, pharmaceuticals). Organizations participating in public procurement. Multinational companies and non-profit organizations.
Key Benefits
Ethical Business Culture
Strengthening a culture of integrity and ethics throughout the organization.
Risk Reduction
Structured assessment and reduction of bribery risks in transactions and partnerships.
Corporate Credibility
Enhanced trust from investors, clients, and regulatory authorities.
Legal Protection
Potential reduction of fines and sanctions in case of an incident.
Market Access
Prerequisite for participation in public tenders and international partnerships.
Certification Process
Risk Assessment
Mapping bribery risks across the organization's activities and partnerships.
Policy Development
Creation of anti-bribery policies, code of conduct, and due diligence procedures.
Controls Implementation
Implementation of financial and non-financial controls and reporting mechanisms.
Training & Awareness
Training of staff and executives on anti-bribery policies and procedures.
Certification
Audit by accredited body and achievement of ISO 37001 certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
It is not legally mandatory, but it is increasingly a prerequisite for public procurement and international partnerships.
Yes, it integrates easily with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 37002 thanks to the High-Level Structure (HLS).
The certificate is valid for 3 years with annual surveillance audits.
Every sector: construction, energy, pharmaceuticals, financial services, public sector, non-profit organizations.
ISO 37001:2025, with enhanced provisions for compliance culture and conflict of interest management.
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