ISO 9001 is the world's most widely used quality management standard, but most SMEs find the process overwhelming and unnecessarily complicated.
Garek 10™ makes the entire journey easier, faster and completely clear.
Our unique Garek 10™ approach makes ISO 9001 implementation practical, lightweight and genuinely useful for your business.
SMEs that need ISO 9001 to win contracts
Businesses struggling with documentation or internal processes
Organisations switching from a previous consultant or failing audits
Teams that want a practical, minimal-bureaucracy approach
SMEs preparing for first-time certification
Businesses stuck with a messy or outdated QMS
Teams frustrated by over-complicated templates
Organisations aiming for ISO 9001 + other standards
Gap assessment mapped to your actual operations
Process mapping using the Garek 10™ Deconstruction & Integration model
Fully built Quality Management System (QMS) templates
Risk evaluation and improvement actions
Training sessions for key staff
Certification preparation and external audit readiness
Ongoing mentoring or system maintenance (optional)
A complete, audit-ready ISO 9001 system
Reduced paperwork and documentation overlap
A QMS customised to how your business actually runs
Clear responsibilities and evidence trails
A faster, less stressful route to certification
We use a proprietary integration model that cuts documentation by up to 50%
We help you build one system that works across multiple standards
Our clients typically pass audits with fewer nonconformities
We avoid generic templates; everything is tailored to your operations
We teach your team how the system works, not just how to "tick the boxes"
We make you the experts
Faster audit turnarounds
Clearer processes and fewer internal errors
Less time spent chasing evidence and approvals
Stronger customer confidence and improved tender success
Let's build a system your team actually understands, uses, and benefits from.
What documents do we need for ISO 9001?
Most SMEs need a practical set of documents that reflect how the business works, including core processes, policies, records, and evidence of meeting ISO 9001 requirements.
The Garek10 Framework helps organisations structure these documents in a clear, audit-ready way without unnecessary duplication.
How long does ISO 9001 certification take for an SME?
Many SMEs can achieve ISO 9001 certification within a few months, depending on their starting point and available resources.
A structured approach, such as the Garek10 Framework, helps streamline the process by focusing on essential tasks and removing avoidable delays.
Can we integrate ISO 9001 with other standards later?
Yes. ISO 9001 is designed to align with other management system standards such as ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ISO 27001.
The Garek10 Framework uses shared processes and controls, making it easier to expand into an integrated management system when your organisation is ready.
Can we combine ISO 9001 and ISO 14001?
ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 share common structures and similar process requirements, which makes them suitable for integration into one management system.
Using a unified framework, such as the approach used within Garek 10, helps reduce duplication and ensures both standards work together effectively.
What's the quickest way to get ready for certification?
The quickest route is to start with a focused gap analysis, prioritise the required changes and implement only the documentation and controls needed for your organisation.
A structured implementation model, like the Garek 10 Framework, helps keep the work practical and avoids unnecessary activity.
How do we reduce paperwork during ISO audits?
Paperwork can be reduced by mapping processes clearly, simplifying records and ensuring evidence is easy to find and consistent across the business.
Frameworks that centralise processes and documentation, such as the Garek 10 approach, help minimise repeated forms and streamline audit preparation.
Do small businesses need a lot of resources to maintain ISO 9001?
ISO 9001 can be maintained with relatively few resources when processes are aligned with day-to-day operations. Small businesses often benefit from lightweight systems that integrate with existing work rather than adding extra layers of administration.
Is ISO 9001 difficult to manage once certified?
Most organisations find ISO 9001 straightforward once processes are established. Clear responsibilities, simple record-keeping and regular internal reviews help keep the system efficient.
Using a structured framework also reduces the effort needed to maintain ongoing compliance.
Simplifying ISO Certification for SMEs with the Garek 10™ Framework.
Get clear, practical ISO Management Systems built around your business. ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and integrated system support made simple using the Garek 10™ Standard and Framework.
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