A2LA Expands ISASecure Accreditation to Include Inspection and Product Certification
Event summary
- A2LA now offers Inspection Body and Product Certification Body accreditation for ISASecure ACSSA Certification.
- The expansion aligns with ISA/IEC 62443 standards for industrial automation and control systems cybersecurity.
- A2LA has over 4,500 actively accredited certificates across 50 US states and more than 50 countries.
- ISASecure's CBs and IBs are accredited by ISO/IEC 17011 Accreditation Bodies under Global ACI's MRA.
The big picture
The expansion of A2LA's accreditation services to include Inspection Body and Product Certification Body programs for ISASecure ACSSA reflects a growing emphasis on third-party validation in industrial cybersecurity. As automation systems become more interconnected, the demand for independent assurance of compliance with ISA/IEC 62443 standards is likely to increase, particularly among critical infrastructure operators.
What we're watching
- Market Adoption
- The pace at which industrial sites adopt ISASecure ACSSA certification following A2LA's expanded accreditation services.
- Competitive Positioning
- How this move strengthens A2LA's position against other accreditation bodies in the cybersecurity space.
- Regulatory Alignment
- Whether the expansion of ISASecure ACSSA certification will influence future regulatory requirements for industrial automation security.
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