In Part 1 of a 2-part series entitled ISO Certification and Government Contracting, host Xavier Francis discusses the role of ISO certifications in securing government contracts with guests Renee Ferry and Kevin Metz from Core Business Solutions. They cover key steps in the government contracting process, highlighting differences from the private sector. Renee emphasizes the preference for certification over compliance in government contracts, with variations in requirements. The discussion includes tools like the "letter of commitment" and explores the benefits of working with ISO-certified contractors for government agencies. Kevin addresses the challenges businesses face in securing contracts and how ISO standards contribute to competitiveness. The importance of valid registrars is stressed to avoid potential issues. If your business is looking into government contracts, this episode is for you! Helpful Resources: https://www.thecoresolution.com/government-contracting For All Things ISO 9001:2015: https://www.thecoresolution.com/iso-9001-2015 Contact us at 866.354.0300 or email us at [email protected] ISO 9001 Standards: https://www.thecoresolution.com/iso-90012015-standard-1 Articles: https://www.thecoresolution.com/free-learning-resources ISO 9001 Consulting: https://www.thecoresolution.com/iso-consulting