GeM Attains STQC Certification

Government e-Marketplace (GeM) has attained standardization testing and quality certification from the Standardisation Testing and Quality Certification (STQC) Directorate, an attached office of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government India. 

What is STQC?

STQC is a national certification body accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) and the Global Accreditation Forum (GAF). It provides certification services to various industries, including electronics and IT, automotive, food, and healthcare.

What standards has GeM been certified for?

GeM has been certified by STQC in accordance with the following standards:

• ISO/IEC 27001:2013 Information Security Management System (ISMS)
• ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System (QMS)
• ISO 20000-1:2018 IT Service Management System (ITSM)

What does this certification mean for GeM users?

This certification is a testament to GeM’s commitment to providing a secure, reliable, and high-quality platform for Government procurement. It also demonstrates that GeM’s systems and processes meet the highest international standards. The certification is valid for three years, with annual surveillance audits to ensure that GeM continues to meet the requirements of the standards.

Benefits of GeM certification

The certification of GeM by STQC provides a number of benefits to Government agencies and suppliers:

• Increased trust and confidence: The certification provides assurance to government agencies and suppliers that GeM is a trusted platform for conducting their transactions.
• Transparency and accountability: The certification helps to promote transparency and accountability in the Government procurement process.
• Improved efficiency and effectiveness: The certification can help to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of Government procurement by reducing the risk of errors and delays.
• Enhanced competitiveness: The certification can help to enhance the competitiveness of Indian suppliers by demonstrating that their products and services meet international standards.

Conclusion

The certification of GeM by STQC is a significant development for the Government of India’s e-procurement initiative. It provides assurance to Government agencies and suppliers that GeM is a trusted platform for conducting their transactions. It also helps to promote transparency and accountability in the Government procurement process.

Additional information

What is ISO/IEC 27001:2013?

ISO/IEC 27001:2013 is an international standard that provides a framework for managing information security risks. It is the most widely recognized and implemented information security standard in the world.

What is ISO 9001:2015?

ISO 9001:2015 is an international standard that provides a framework for managing quality management systems. It is the most widely recognized and implemented quality management system standard in the world.

What is ISO 20000-1:2018?

ISO 20000-1:2018 is an international standard that provides a framework for managing IT service management systems. It is the most widely recognized and implemented IT service management system standard in the world.  

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