The ISO 9001 Quality Systems Standard. ISO (International Organization for Standardization) maintains a series of five international standards that provide guidance in the development and implementation of an effective quality management system. ISO 9001 certification benefits restaurant operators worldwide by assuring them of consistent quality.

The ISO 9001 is a model used by manufacturers worldwide to certify their quality system from initial design and development of a desired product or service through production, installation and servicing.

Attaining ISO certification requires a total organization commitment. And once achieved, it is subject to semi-annual independent audits.