In your journey to maintain your GInI certification through the accumulation of Innovation Development Units (IDUs), you may wonder whether you need supporting documentation for the activities you report. Here's the clarity you need:

Self-Certification Process:

Reporting your IDUs is a self-certification process, facilitated through GInI's Innovation Development System (IDS) for online IDU reporting. During your certification cycle continuation, you are not required to submit supporting documentation for the IDUs you claim.

Quality Control Auditing:

While supporting documentation isn't mandatory during the self-certification process, it's essential to understand that GInI conducts random audits of certificate holders for quality control purposes. This means that, at any point, you may be selected for an audit.

Maintaining Documentation:

To prepare for potential audits, we strongly recommend maintaining a folder of documentation related to your IDU activities. This documentation should include records, certificates, or any tangible evidence that supports your claimed IDUs. Keep these records organized and accessible.

Retention Period:

It's important to retain this documentation for at least 18 months after your certification cycle concludes. This timeframe ensures that you have the necessary records available in case you are selected for an audit.

Audit Process:

If you are audited, you will be contacted by GInI and provided with specific instructions on how to submit your supporting documentation for the activities you claimed. The audit process is designed to uphold the integrity of GInI certifications and maintain high standards in the field of innovation.

Commitment to Excellence:

At GInI, we value your commitment to excellence in innovation. While supporting documentation isn't required during the self-certification process, we encourage you to keep organized records of your IDU activities to ensure a smooth process in the event of an audit.

Your dedication to innovation and your GInI certification is greatly appreciated. If you have any questions or require further clarification, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team. We're here to support your innovation journey every step of the way.