Certification Management
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Certification Management overview
Certification Management covers the planning, compilation, submission and upkeep of approvals such as CE/RED, UKCA, FCC, ISED, and country‑specific type approvals. We build the evidence, liaise with authorities, and keep certificates current as your products evolve.
Pre‑Compliance and Design‑Stage Support
Scoping & Market Map
Evidence Build
Submission and Liaison
Certification and Listing
Maintenance and Renewals
Why Choose KPC?
Trusted by Leading Electronics Brands
Consultative, partnership-led approach
We guide you through every step.Specialists
Multilingual team of 50+ GMA specialistsDedicated support
From in house technical, project management and regional teams.Trusted
Trusted by blue-chip brands and SMEs alike.Real influence
Real influence in shaping the compliance landscape.Keep informed
With our regulatory updates.Who We Work With
We support stakeholders across the electronics supply chain, including:
Product Managers and Engineers - delivering faster routes to market
Compliance Managers and Engineers - ensuring ongoing conformity with international standards
Design Engineers - advising on EMC, Radio, and Safety design considerations
Quality Managers - providing accredited test data for audits and regulators
Procurement and Purchasing Leads - reducing risk when sourcing compliant components
Business Benefits
Why Certification Management Matters
Accelerate market entry
Accelerate market entry by coordinating testing and certification together.Reduce risk
Reduce risk of costly rework.Streamlined process
Streamlined process through one compliance partner.Stay compliant
Stay compliant with proactive maintenance and renewalsFAQs
What types of product certifications can Kiwa help my company obtain?
Kiwa supports a wide range of certifications across global markets, including CE marking, UKCA, FCC, IC, CB Scheme, EMC, RF, Safety and market‑specific approvals. We can also coordinate testing and approvals for regions such as the EU, UK, North America, LATAM, Middle East, and APAC.
How long does the certification process typically take?
Timelines vary depending on:
-Product type
-Required markets
-Testing complexity
As a guideline:
EU/UK certification: 4–12 weeks
FCC/IC: 6–10 weeks
CB Scheme: 4–8 weeks
Global approvals: 8–30+ weeks depending on region
Kiwa can often shorten timelines by coordinating tests and submissions in parallel.
Can Kiwa manage the entire certification process on our behalf?
Yes - Kiwa offers full certification management to speed up time to market, including:
Test planning and scheduling
Accredited testing
Submission of approval and renewal applications
Communication with regulatory bodies
Tracking and reporting progress
How often do certifications need to be renewed, and what is required?
Renewal frequency varies by jurisdiction:
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EU/UK: CE and UKCA typically don’t expire unless standards change or the product is modified
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FCC/IC: Certifications generally do not expire
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Global approvals: Many require renewal every 1–5 years
Kiwa tracks expiry dates and regulatory changes to ensure ongoing compliance.
Do you offer ongoing compliance monitoring?
Yes - Kiwa provides services such as:
Regulatory change monitoring
Certificate expiry tracking
Post‑market surveillance
Compliance updates for multi-market products
This ensures your product remains compliant throughout its lifecycle.
Can Kiwa support multi-market or global certifications?
Yes - Kiwa specialises in facilitating approvals in 150+ countries, coordinating all testing, documentation, and applications.
We can also:
Identify overlapping requirements
Reduce replicated testing
Manage translations and country‑specific forms
This simplifies entry into new global markets.
Your trusted partner for streamlined market access.
Partner with Kiwa Product Compliance and remove the barriers to global certification