Proportional and Bespoke ISO Consultancy for small businesses in Kent

We are a family run ISO consultancy providing a done with and for you service for businesses who want more value out of their ISO certification

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01732 711674

Proportionate and Bespoke ISO Consultancy for small businesses in Kent

We are a family run ISO consultancy providing a done with and for you service for businesses who want more value out of their ISO certification

Book a free discovery call

Phone number:

01732 711674

✓ ISO 9001 · 14001 · 45001 | ✓ SSIP · FORS · BRCGS · SALSA · H&S | ✓ Award winning | ✓ 100% certification pass rate | ✓ IRCA registered lead auditor

✓ ISO 9001 · 14001 · 45001

✓ SSIP · FORS · BRCGS · SALSA · H&S

✓ Award winning

Larger businesses have raised the bar, and ISO is now the minimum they expect.

We believe every business should meet it, in a way that fits the business.

It tells the market you are a well-run business. Our job is to get you there proportionately, with a Lead Auditor's judgement on what really matters. Most of our clients start with ISO 9001 in Kent, and you can see how we work before you pick up the phone.

Why the fit matters

You would not send a child out on a bike without a helmet

You do not expect them to fall. But if they do, you want them protected. ISO is that helmet for a growing business. Ride without it and larger businesses will not touch you.

Most of our clients start with ISO 9001.

Even with ISO, it can go wrong

When it is too big, nobody uses it, so it quietly gets ignored.

When it is too thin, it looks fine until the auditor arrives.

When it lives in one person's head, it walks out of the door when they do.

Regular internal audits catch all three early.

What you actually want is a system that fits, that your team can run, and that stands up at audit.

Your options

Employ someone in-house

A big cost for a small business, and a lot of eggs in one basket.

A template consultancy

It saves time, but you get the same package whatever your size, and nobody makes the judgement calls.

The proportionate way

It saves time too, and it is sized to you, with a Lead Auditor deciding what matters.

Our recommendation

Proportionate ISO and discerning advice, so you are certified first time. We step in when you need us, step back when you do not, and adjust the fit as you grow.

See how we work

Next time a customer asks for your certificate, you send it without a second thought

And you sleep the nights before your audit.

Read our case studies

Fit your helmet

Tell us a little about your business and see what your fit would look like.

How many people work for you?

Which standards do you need?

Where are you starting from?

Bespoke, on site

We come to you and build ISO 9001 around how your team already works, then stand next to you at certification. Allow at least three months.

A system built around how you already work
Internal audit and management review, done with you
One of us beside you at your certification audit

ISO certification from £4,450, with a fixed quote in 48 hours

Read more about ISO 9001 in Kent, ISO 14001 in Kent and ISO 45001 in Kent.

Talk to us about this fit

ISO 9001

ISO 9001 certification is for Quality Management Systems. We like to think of it as business best practice.

ISO 14001

ISO 14001 certification is for Environmental Management Systems. Show your clients and future clients your commitment to the environment.

ISO 45001

ISO 45001 certification is for Health and Safety Management Systems. Build in continual improvement to your H&S system.

From uncertified and clients asking for certification to ISO certification

Next Step Compliance works here, beside you

Your teamHow you already work

Your systemSized to fit

Internal auditsReports written on site

Certification auditOne of us beside you

Your certificateEarned, then kept

Larger businessesTenders you can now win

Where we sit: beside you, from the first conversation to the certificate on your wall.

Book a chat See how we work

100%First-time ISO certification success

100%Surveillance audit success

100%Recertification success

Every client. Every audit. Since 2023.

ISO consultants in Kent

This is what we help businesses with across Maidstone, Medway, Tonbridge, Gravesend and Sittingbourne, with your local ISO consultant in Kent.

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   Sean Davis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot recommend Jeanette and Next Step Compliance enough. All our issues were highlighted and rectified early on and dealt with in a calm and professional manner. 5 stars all the way !
  
 
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   Georgia Mitchell 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We couldn’t recommend Jeanette highly enough!

When we decided to bring our Quality Management System up to date and work towards achieving our ISO 9001:2015 certification, we knew our existing Quality Policy Manual was a little outdated and needed some work. Thankfully, we found Jeanette, who was local to us in Hildenborough.

From the very beginning, she was incredibly friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. She took the time to understand our business, helped us bring our Quality Policy Manual fully up to date, and guided us through the requirements needed to prepare for our BSI assessment. She also carried out our Internal Audits, making sure we were properly prepared and confident going into the certification process.

After just two days working with her, we successfully achieved our ISO 9001:2015 certification through BSI — something we’re incredibly proud of!

What really stood out was how easy she made what initially felt like a daunting process. Her knowledge and experience, combined with her friendly and practical approach, made a huge difference.

We’re so pleased we found her and are delighted that she’ll be continuing to carry out our regular Internal Audits going forward. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to any business looking for knowledgeable, professional and genuinely supportive help with ISO 9001.

Thank you, Jeanette — we’re so glad we found you!
  
 
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   Silenzio Sales 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are a small business based in Crayford, Kent and have worked with Jeanette for many years.
Our overall experience working with Jeanette at Next Step Compliance has been extremely positive.  She has always been helpful, professional and easy to communicate with.  She genuinely focuses on supporting us to achieve the right outcome in retaining our ISO9001 and FORS accreditation.  We would have no hesitation in recommending her to other organisations seeking certification.
  
 
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   Toni Wickham 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had the pleasure of welcoming Jeanette Wessen from Next Step Compliance as a guest speaker at one of our free business networking events at Churchill Square Business Centre.

Jeanette delivered an excellent presentation on ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001, breaking down what can often seem like a complicated subject into clear, practical advice that businesses of all sizes could understand. She gave an honest overview of what ISO certification involves, the costs, the process and, importantly, helped attendees understand whether it was the right investment for their business.

Her knowledge, professionalism and approachable style encouraged plenty of questions, and the feedback from attendees was extremely positive.

If you’re looking for expert support with ISO, Health & Safety, Food Safety or compliance, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Jeanette. Thank you again for sharing your expertise with our business community.
  
 
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   JB Landscape Property Maintenance 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've worked with Jeanette at Next Step Compliance for many years, and her support has been invaluable. She is highly professional, knowledgeable, and always approachable and friendly.

Jeanette has extensive expertise in ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, and her practical advice helps ensure everything is tailored to our business and fully prepared for our ISO audits. She takes the time to understand our requirements and provides clear guidance throughout the process, making what can be a complex task much more manageable.

We would highly recommend Next Step Compliance and Jeanette to any business looking for expert ISO compliance support.
  
 
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   Sharon 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Pharmaquipe work with Next Step Compliance for our ISO 9001 and HACCP certification and have recently achieved our BRCGS accreditation, Jeanette is very professional and easy to work with and we would have no hesitation in recommending her professional services for any local companies in the Maidstone and Kent area.
  
 
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   Freya S C 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jeanette at Next Step Compliance was an absolute godsend when it came to helping work out if I needed to become ISO 9001 compliant and how to achieve it. She's so full of advice and care, and provides a tailored but practical solution. When it comes to outsourced compliance, she's your gal - she holds your hand through the process, delivers results and makes sure you get over the finish line. I can't recommend her enough!
  
 
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   Team Condimaniac 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We've worked with Jeanette for a while now on both food safety and health & safety related matters and cannot recommend her enough. She's always happy to answer questions (no matter how silly) and is very thorough in her approach, which is exactly what you need and provides peace of mind. As a small, scaling business, it's vital to have someone who knows what they're doing to a T and it takes the guesswork out of it all.
  
 
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   Carole Smith 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Next Step Compliance deliver an excellent, professional service from start to finish. Their expertise in Health & Safety and ISO standards made the whole process smooth and straightforward. They offer clear guidance, practical solutions, and help us improve our compliance quickly and confidently. Highly recommended for any business looking to strengthen its safety culture and meet ISO requirements.
  
 
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   Sarah Wilks 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent service, very supportive and pragmatic. A real ally for our company and highly recommended.