The certification industry is undergoing a major reshuffle, and the number of certification agencies may be further reduced

The certification industry is undergoing a major reshuffle, and the number of certification agencies may be further reduced

As of the end of 2024, the number of certification agencies nationwide has been fixed at 1230, a decrease of 12 compared to 1242 in 2023. This seemingly insignificant numerical change marks an important turning point - for the first time in many years, the number of certification bodies that have been continuously growing has shown a downward trend.
There is also news in the industry that this number may continue to sharply decline by 2025, with some even predicting that it will eventually shrink to around 200. The decline in the number of certification agencies is not accidental, but the result of multiple factors such as intensified market competition and stricter regulatory policies. In the future, institutions with poor qualifications and service quality will be eliminated by the market. Only certification institutions with professional capabilities and strict compliance can survive in fierce competition. This change will also prompt a reshuffle of the entire industry, driving certification services towards a more professional and efficient direction.