Welcome to this week’s sponsor spotlight, where we shine a light on Global Validity, a trailblazer in the realm of global market access. In a world where electronic products are rapidly evolving and international markets are expanding, navigating the labyrinth of certification requirements can be daunting. Global Validity, founded by a team of seasoned experts in testing, inspection, and certification, has redefined this process with their groundbreaking platform, Access Manager.
Q1: Can you tell us about your company and its mission?
Global Validity was founded by a team of testing, inspection and certification experts who recognized the need for a more efficient and transparent approach to Global Market Access certification services for electronic products. We harnessed cutting-edge cloud technology to create Access Manager, our exclusive Global Market Access management platform. This innovation empowers our team of certification specialists, in-country partners, and clients with a streamlined process.
Today, Global Validity is dedicated to serving a wide array of clients, simplifying their certification processes, and securing certifications across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to deliver top-notch service, ensuring that our clients achieve the necessary certifications to excel in a constantly evolving global market.
Q2: What are some neat projects that your company is currently working on?
Global Validity is experiencing rapid brand growth, with manufacturers eagerly embracing our technology. We’re currently engaged in several exciting projects, including using IoT and GPS for advanced agricultural planting and developing cutting-edge infotainment systems for a richer automotive experience.
That said, we feel the “neatest” project is the development Access Manager 2.0, our new cloud-based platform, that will transform the certification industry on a larger scale. In the complex world of Global Market Access (GMA), navigating the countless number of country regulations, technical requirements, supporting documentation needed and maintaining certification expiration dates, can be overwhelming. Our proprietary platform redefines the global certification landscape. This cloud-based enterprise solution brings together Global Validity’s GMA experts, clients, in-country certification partners, and test labs into one cohesive ecosystem. Access Manager 2.0 creates seamless, multi-directional connections between client’s products, technical file documents, and approval processes to enable enhanced control over every step of the certification lifecycle.
Q3: How does your company differentiate itself from your competitors?
Global Validity understands the power of people and technology. We’ve consistently positioned ourselves at the forefront of industry transformation by developing advanced cloud tools that far exceed conventional industry standards and client expectations. We’ve learned to recognize shifting market conditions and pivot the business accordingly to offer the most value. Our approach addresses the root causes of challenges in the product certification journey, effectively removing the pain points that have plagued manufacturers for years.
Q4: What are some upcoming initiatives or projects your company is excited about?
We’re thrilled to launch Access Manager 2.0, our latest platform with advanced features for global device manufacturers. Additionally, we’re developing a new platform to further streamline the certification process, collaborating with suppliers, test labs, and manufacturers. Expect its debut later this year.
Q5: How do you see the future of AI evolving, and where does your company fit into that future?
As AI technology advances, the need for organized compliance systems grows. Global Validity leads the way by integrating cutting-edge technology, and our next-generation Access Manager will continue to evolve with AI, keeping us at the forefront of this industry transformation.
Q6: If you could see anyone in concert, alive or dead, who would it be and why?
Led Zepplin – because I was so close but missed out on seeing them twice!
Q7: Is there anything additional you would like to share about your company?
We love connecting with RIoT members, industry experts, manufacturers, and anyone interested in product certification! Stay updated by subscribing to our bi-weekly email for global regulatory news and insights. We also attend various trade shows where you can meet us in person.
If you have a product that needs global certification or have questions about product certification and global market access, we’re here to help. Please feel free to reach out to us for resources, direction, and expert advice. Please visit our website at globalvalidity.com or reach out to us at support@globalvalidity.com.