Start GRS Without Wasting €10,000
A clear, practical guide for small brands preparing their first GRS-certified product — without consultants or unnecessary costs.
Instant PDF • Updated for 2026 • €18
WHY THIS GUIDE?
✔ What GRS really costs for small brands
✔ Exactly which documents auditors ask for
✔ The fastest path if your supplier is already certified
✔ The mistakes that delay or fail
✔ How to reduce certification time and fees
WHY THIS GUIDE EXISTS?
Short paragraph, educational tone:
Most small brands assume GRS is expensive, complex, or “only for big companies.”
In reality, the certification can be simple — if you know the right pathway.
This guide was created to give you clarity, save you time, and show the exact process in a transparent, non-overwhelming way.
WHO THIS GUIDE IS FOR?
Perfect if you are:
✔ Small or growing sustainable brand
✔ Founder preparing first certified product
✔ Someone overwhelmed by information
✔ Designer or merchandiser
✔ Sourcing manager
Not for:
Large corporations, brands certifying multiple factories, or teams needing full managed certification services.
WHAT'S INSIDE?
- Module 1 — Understanding GRS
- Module 2 — Supplier Requirements
- Module 3 — Brand Requirements
- Module 4 — Document Checklist
- Module 5 — Cost Breakdown
- Module 6 — Pathways
- Module 7 — Cost Reduction Tips
WHY SMALL BRANDS LOVE THIS GUIDE?
✔ Written by expert with 20+ years
✔ Based on real audit experience
✔ Zero “consultant drama,” simple language
- Typical GRS consulting starts at €3,000–€10,000.
- This guide helps you avoid unnecessary costs.
FAQ SECTION
Start with one product. Expand later if needed.
Is this a full certification service?
No — it is an educational guide explaining the pathway, documents, costs and steps.
Do I need this if my supplier is certified?
Yes — the guide explains what you still need to do as a brand.
Is this suitable for my first certified product?
Yes — this guide is specifically designed for your first GRS-certified product.
It helps you:
start with one product, not your entire collection,
understand which parts of the supply chain must be certified (and which don’t),
prepare only the documents auditors actually request,
avoid common first-time mistakes that increase costs or delay certification.
You don’t need prior certification experience, consultants, or a sustainability team.
If this is your first time approaching GRS, this guide gives you a clear and correct starting point.
Can I ask questions?
Absolutely. After purchase, you can reply to your delivery email anytime.