Certifications & Accreditations

Our commitment to quality, security, and professional standards

Cyber Essentials

Certified

We are Cyber Essentials certified, demonstrating our commitment to cybersecurity best practices. This UK government-backed certification verifies that we have implemented essential security controls to protect against common cyber threats.

What This Means:

  • Protection against common cyber attacks
  • Secure configuration of systems
  • Regular security updates and patches
  • User access controls
  • Malware protection

Certification reviewed annually

ISO 27001 (In Progress)

In Progress

We are working towards ISO 27001 certification for Information Security Management. This internationally recognized standard demonstrates systematic management of information security risks.

What This Will Demonstrate:

  • Comprehensive information security management system
  • Risk-based approach to security
  • Regular security audits and reviews
  • Continuous improvement processes
  • Compliance with best practices

Expected certification: Q2 2024

ISO 9001 (In Progress)

In Progress

We are pursuing ISO 9001 certification for Quality Management Systems. This demonstrates our commitment to delivering consistent, high-quality services that meet customer and regulatory requirements.

What This Will Demonstrate:

  • Customer-focused quality management
  • Documented processes and procedures
  • Continuous quality improvement
  • Effective resource management
  • Performance monitoring and measurement

Expected certification: Q3 2024

Professional Memberships

Active

Our team members hold professional memberships and certifications including:

  • British Computer Society (BCS) membership
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • Azure AI Engineer Associate
  • Google Cloud Professional certifications
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • PRINCE2 Project Management

We encourage and support ongoing professional development for all team members.

Compliance & Standards

In addition to formal certifications, we maintain compliance with:

UK GDPR & Data Protection Act 2018

Comprehensive data protection compliance

Modern Slavery Act 2015

Published annual statement on ethical supply chains

Equality Act 2010

Commitment to equality and diversity

Bribery Act 2010

Zero tolerance for bribery and corruption

Health & Safety at Work Act 1974

Comprehensive health and safety policies

Public Interest Disclosure Act 1998

Whistleblowing protection mechanisms

Our Quality Commitment

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of quality, security, and professionalism. Our certification journey reflects our dedication to:

  • Meeting and exceeding industry standards
  • Continuous improvement in all aspects of our business
  • Transparency and accountability
  • Protection of client data and interests
  • Delivering measurable value

We regularly review our practices and seek new certifications that align with our clients' needs and industry best practices.

Verification

Procurement teams can request verification of our certifications and compliance status. We can provide:

  • Copies of current certificates
  • Evidence of compliance with specific standards
  • Audit reports (subject to confidentiality agreements)
  • References from previous clients

Please contact our procurement team:

Email: procurement@universalappco.com

Questions About Our Certifications?

Contact us to discuss our compliance and certification status

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