Challenges Faced by Businesses

❎ International customers require BRCGS certification before considering a supplier for approval.

❎ Export opportunities are lost due to failure to meet supplier qualification requirements.

❎ Significant resources are spent preparing for customer audits, yet requirements are still difficult to meet.u.

❎ Difficulty demonstrating food safety and quality management capabilities to overseas customers.

❎ Competitive disadvantage compared to companies holding GFSI-recognized certifications.

❎ Risk of reputational damage and business disruption due to food safety incidents.

Value Delivered by BRCGS

✅ Meets the requirements of many global retailers, brand owners, and food importers.

✅ Increases access to international customers and markets with stringent food safety expectations.

✅ Establishes a robust management system aligned with international standards, enabling better audit readiness.

✅ Provides objective evidence of effective food safety management and control systems.

✅ Strengthens competitive positioning in tenders, supplier selection processes, and export market expansion.

✅ Implements risk management, traceability, and continuous improvement systems in accordance with BRCGS requirements.

Documents required for BRCGS certification registration

The following documents and information are typically required when applying for BRCGS certification:

• Legal documents of the company and manufacturing facility
• List of products to be included within the certification scope
• Organizational structure and details of personnel responsible for quality management
• Facility layout, production lines, and manufacturing process flow
• Information on raw materials and key suppliers
• Existing management systems (e.g., HACCP, GMP, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000)
• Current quality and food safety management documentation

Note: If your organization has not yet prepared all the documentation required by the BRCGS Standard, SQS Global’s experts will assess your current system, provide guidance on completing the required documentation, and develop a tailored implementation roadmap before applying for a certification audit.

Factors affecting the cost of BRCGS certification

The cost of BRCGS certification varies depending on the size of the organization, the certification scope, and the complexity of its operations. Key factors include:

• Organization size and the number of employees
• Product categories and certification scope
• Number of production lines or manufacturing sites
• The maturity and readiness of the existing management system
• Audit duration required under the BRCGS Standard
• Type of audit (initial certification audit, surveillance audit, or recertification audit)

Contact SQS Global for advice on the implementation scope, an estimated certification audit cost, and assistance in selecting an appropriate accredited certification body. Our experts will conduct an initial assessment and recommend a tailored implementation approach based on your organization’s specific needs.