Quality Systems Registrars

What Quality Systems Registrars does

Quality Systems Registrars (QSR), now operating as Amtivo in the United States following its October 2025 rebrand, is an accredited third-party management system certification body founded in 1990 and headquartered in Arvada, Colorado. The company holds the distinction of being the first certification body accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB), and provides conformity assessment services across a broad portfolio including ISO 9001, ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 42001, ISO 45001, ISO 20000-1, AS9100, AS9110, AS9120, Responsible Care (RCMS, RC 14001), recycling standards (RIOS, R2, e-Stewards), automotive (IATF 16949), and wind energy (GWO). Its primary verticals are aerospace, chemical (Responsible Care), recycling, and general manufacturing, with enterprise clients served across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

QSR generates revenue through annual recurring certification audits, surveillance audits, and re-certification cycles, supplemented by ISO and business training courses, certification transfers, and digital client portal services. Pricing is quote-based and customized per engagement with no publicly disclosed fee schedules. The go-to-market is enterprise-focused direct sales with relationship-based account management, supported by content marketing, LinkedIn presence, and newsletter communications. Supporting digital infrastructure includes the Amtivo Client Portal for certification status tracking and ISO 9001/27001 readiness self-assessment tools.

Since October 2024, QSR has operated as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amtivo Group, which has expanded its international reach and cross-sell capabilities. The company was officially rebranded to Amtivo in October 2025, completing the post-acquisition integration. Leadership includes Mike Tims as Amtivo Group CEO and Carol Tillman, who served as Vice President of QSR through the transition. The entity is legally registered as Amtivo (USA), Inc. in Colorado.

Name

Quality Systems Registrars

Legal name

Amtivo (USA), Inc.

Website

https://qsr.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Acquired

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Quality Systems Registrars, now operating as Amtivo in the United States, is an accredited third-party certification body providing ISO, aerospace, and Responsible Care management system certifications to enterprise clients across aerospace, chemical, recycling, and general manufacturing industries since 1990.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Sterling

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Certification Services: Provides third-party certification services for international standards including ISO and AS series. Revenue generated through certification audits, assessments, and ongoing surveillance audits for certified clients.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Quality Systems Registrars, now operating as Amtivo in the United States, is an ANAB-accredited third-party certification body providing independent audits and certifications against international management system standards. The company delivers ISO certifications (9001, 13485, 14001, 20000-1, 27001, 42001, 45001), aerospace standards (AS9100, AS9110, AS9120), recycling standards (RIOS, R2, e-Stewards), Responsible Care (RCMS, RC 14001), automotive (IATF 16949), ESD (ANSI/ESD S20.20), Cyber Essentials, and GWO wind safety, alongside certification transfers and ISO/business training.

Product overview

Quality Systems Registrars (QSR), now operating as Amtivo in the United States, is a certification body offering a comprehensive portfolio of ISO and industry-specific certification services. The company provides certification across multiple domains including quality management (ISO 9001), environmental management (ISO 14001), information security (ISO 27001), occupational health and safety (ISO 45001), medical devices (ISO 13485), IT service management (ISO 20000-1), and artificial intelligence management (ISO 42001). Specialized certifications include aerospace standards (AS9100, AS9110, AS9120), recycling industry certifications (RIOS, R2, e-Stewards), responsible care certifications for the chemical industry (RCMS, RC 14001), automotive (IATF 16949), and electrostatic discharge management (ANSI/ESD S20.20). Supporting services include certification transfers, professional training courses for ISO standards and business skills, and digital client portals for certification management. QSR notably holds the distinction of being the first certification body accredited by the ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ISO 9001 Certification Quality Management System certification helping organizations demonstrate their ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and regulatory requirements.
• ISO 13485 Certification Medical Devices quality management system certification for organizations involved in the design, production, installation, and servicing of medical devices.
• ISO 14001 Certification Environmental Management System certification helping organizations manage their environmental responsibilities systematically.
• ISO 20000-1 Certification IT Service Management certification for organizations seeking to demonstrate excellence in delivering managed IT services.
• ISO 27001 Certification Information Security Management System certification helping organizations protect their information assets through established security controls.
• ISO 42001 Certification Artificial Intelligence Management System certification for organizations that develop, provide, or use AI systems.
• ISO 45001 Certification Occupational Health and Safety Management System certification helping organizations reduce workplace risks and improve employee safety.
• AS9100 Certification Aerospace Quality Management Systems certification for organizations in the aerospace supply chain.
• AS9110 Certification Aerospace Quality Management certification for aircraft maintenance and services organizations.
• AS9120 Certification Aerospace Quality Management certification for parts storage and distribution organizations.
• RIOS Recycling Certification Quality, Environment and Health & Safety certification for the recycling industry.
• R2 Responsible Recycling Certification International standard for electronics recycling demonstrating responsible management of electronic waste.
• e-Stewards Electronic Recycling Certification Electronics recycling certification for organizations committed to responsible e-waste management.
• RCMS Certification Responsible Care Management System certification for chemical industry organizations.
• RC 14001 Certification Responsible Care Management System certification integrating Responsible Care principles with ISO 14001 framework.
• Cyber Essentials & Cyber Essentials Plus UK government-backed certification schemes helping organizations protect against common cyber threats.
• GWO Safety Training Certification

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• BSI Group: BSI is one of the world's largest certification bodies and the originator of many ISO standards. It competes broadly across ISO 9001/14001/27001/45001 and industry-specific certifications, and is a key direct competitor of QSR/Amtivo USA in general management system certification.
• DNV: DNV is a leading global certification body with strong positions in ISO management systems, aerospace (AS9100 series), and industry-specific certifications. It is a key competitor for QSR/Amtivo USA's aerospace and ISO portfolio.
• SGS: SGS is the world's largest testing, inspection, and certification company with comprehensive ISO and industry-specific certification offerings. It competes head-to-head with QSR/Amtivo USA across all major standards and verticals served.
• UL Solutions: UL Solutions is a major global safety science and certification company offering ISO management system certification and industry-specific compliance services. It is a comparable broad incumbent competing in adjacent certification categories.
• Intertek: Intertek is a global TIC company offering ISO certification, product testing, and industry-specific compliance services including aerospace quality management. It is a direct competitor across QSR/Amtivo USA's primary verticals.
• Bureau Veritas: Bureau Veritas is a global TIC major providing ISO certification, industry-specific certifications, and compliance services. Its aerospace, chemical, and recycling industry offerings directly overlap with QSR/Amtivo USA's customer base.
• NSF International: NSF International provides ISO management system certification, particularly in food safety, water, and consumer products. While more vertically focused than QSR/Amtivo USA, it competes in the same third-party certification space with overlapping ISO offerings.
• TÜV SÜD: TÜV SÜD is a global testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) leader offering ISO management system certification across aerospace, automotive, medical devices, and industrial sectors. It directly overlaps with QSR/Amtivo USA's full certification portfolio.
• DEKRA: DEKRA is a global TIC organization providing certification across automotive (IATF 16949), aerospace, and industrial sectors. It directly competes with QSR/Amtivo USA in automotive and aerospace certifications and broader ISO standards.

Direct peers

• NQA: NQA is a mid-sized global certification body specializing in ISO management system certification with similar focus areas to QSR/Amtivo USA, including aerospace, automotive, and information security. It is the closest size and business model comparable to QSR/Amtivo USA in the certification market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses2 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/quality-systems-registrars-inc-
• Xx.com/ISOregistrars
• Facebookfacebook.com/QualitySystemsRegistrars

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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