Welcome to Acquire Management Systems

With over 26 years of experience in Senior Management and Director roles and 12 years in ISO compliance, I developed a passion for the auditing world. In recent years, I have been conducting 3rd party certification audits across Fire & Security, manufacturing, retail, and various other industries.

While meeting with new clients, I consistently observed a significant gap between companies’ ambitions to comply with industry standards and their understanding of how to do so effectively.

Recognising this need, I founded Acquire Management Systems in November 2021—a consultancy dedicated to guiding businesses through the often-complex journey of ISO certification. My mission is to simplify compliance by offering clear, practical support that empowers organizations to meet their goals with confidence. As an experienced Auditor with deep expertise in ISO standards and frameworks, I provide tailored consultancy services across:

ISO 9001 – Quality Management Systems
ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
ISO 45001 – Occupational Health & Safety

I specialise in supporting small startups and growing SMEs, helping them navigate certification requirements and build systems that last.

Partner with Acquire Management Systems—experience compliance made simple, and success made achievable.

Qualifications

IRCA Lead Auditor certification ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
IRCA Lead Auditor certification ISO 45001:2018 Occupational Health & Safety,
IRCA Lead Auditor certification ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management,
NEBOSH General Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety
CPD Risk Assessments

Gap Analysis

Our 'Gap Analysis' service helps businesses identify areas within their current systems that need development in order to meet the requirements of ISO Certification.

Business Management Systems

In order to meet the requirements of Plan, Do, Check, Act your business will need established policies and processes.

Internal Auditing

Providing Internal Auditing for your Management System through an structured Programme. The schedule of internal auditing can be tailored to suit your requirements, for example - Monthly Bi-monthly Quarterly Annually All audits are documented and the detailed internal audit reports and annual plan forms an important part in your external auditing process.

Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP's)

Providing administration support and guidance to help your company achieve safety scheme applications. Such as - Safecontractor, CHAS, Constructionline

ISO Quality Management (9001:2015)

ISO 9001 is the international standard for Quality through a structure of policies and procedures to form a Quality Management System (QMS).

ISO Occupational Health & Safety (45001:2018)

ISO 45001 is the international standard for managing Occupational Health & Safety through a Health & Safety Management System (OHS)

ISO Environmental Management (14001:2015)

ISO 14001 is the international standard for managing and reducing Environmental Impact through an Environmental management system (EMS).

Quality Management System

Use our handy checklist to carry out a basic gap analysis on your current documents and systems. Once you have completed this, email it to me at ndacquire@outlook.com to receive a no obligation quote for ISO Certification.

ISO Amendment - Helpful Guide for implementation

In February 2024 ISO Standards were updated with an amendment. ISO have added a consideration of Climate Change Addition into over 50 different ISO Standards. Not including this amendment in your management system can result in a potential non-conformity. Download my guide on how to implement this change.

Helping you choose a certification body

Ensuring your certification runs smoothly starts with choosing the right Certification Body. I can help you review suitable UKAS‑accredited options, obtain quotations, and introduce you to the provider you feel is the best fit. I do not receive any financial reward for recommending a Certification Body, so every option I present is offered impartially and with your best interests in mind. Get in touch to find out more

Understand how ISO Management System Implementation can improve your business activities and performance.

Manufacturing

- Consistent, reliable quality with fewer defects, less scrap, and reduced rework - Lean, efficient processes that eliminate waste and bottlenecks - Clear communication and accountability across teams and departments - Proactive risk management for safer, more predictable operations -Traceability and identification management from raw materials to delivery, helping to reduce faults, faster recalls, and improved workflows

Facilities Management

- Consistent service delivery across every site through structured, repeatable processes - Clear roles, responsibilities, and communication, reducing delays, confusion, and contractor friction - Proactive maintenance and easier compliance, supported by reliable, centralised documentation - Standardised training and onboarding, ensuring service quality stays high no matter who’s on shift

Professional Services

- Consistent, high‑quality service delivery across teams, projects, and client engagements - Structured documentation and knowledge sharing, reducing errors and eliminating reliance on individual memory - Clear, aligned communication from sales to delivery, preventing scope creep and mismatched expectations - More predictable operations through stronger compliance management, resource planning, and standardised onboarding

ISO 9001:2026 and ISO 14001:2026 - What to expect....

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Testimonials give you the reassurance that other businesses have already seen real results from working with me — they show you exactly what to expect and help you feel confident you’re choosing a consultant who genuinely delivers

An excellent service provider, Nicola takes you through the process making everything clear, easy to understand and enjoyable.
MB3 Technical Services
Dan Kenworthy

Nicola was very prompt, clear and supportive in her communication. In person she helped us to achieve what we were aiming for and to simplify the process that daunted us. We now feel more confident about the task ahead.
Manchester Central
Heather Fitsell

Very helpful, couldn't do without her.
UK Industrial Control Systems Limited
Aleksandra Chadwick

Nicola assisted us gaining our ISO9001 accreditation, she went above and beyond our needs and expectations in order to do this in a very short time frame! Nicola worked with us to tailor ISO to our business, helping us understand and utilize it in the best ways possible. We could not have done it without her.
AC Secure Ltd
Kirsty & Adam Cousens

Nicola was outstanding and professional in all her undertakings. Went above and beyond our expectations.
Outlook Training Ltd
David Thornton

Nicola helped us gain ISO 9001 & ISO 14001, she was amazing from start to finish. She helped us understand what we needed and how we could achieve it. She responded super fast to any of our queries we had. Everyone in our company enjoyed working with Nicola and will continue to do so in the future. We would high recommend her services.
Laser Fire & Security
Lucy Campbell

Saddleworth, England, United Kingdom