Signify Wood supports FM, TOF, and CoC certification pathways so applicants can demonstrate responsible management, authentic traceability, and sustainable product claims.
Each track has a distinct purpose, but the company keeps the same promise across all streams: genuine certification, transparent process, and clear applicant support.
For recorded forest areas and forest plantations reviewed according to IFCWS under the Indian Forest Management Standard through a structured certification workflow.
For agroforestry systems and private plantations assessed according to IFCWS, including planned wood cultivation and farm forestry models.
For timber and non-timber forest products assessed according to IFCWS where certified origin, product movement, and final claims must be traceable.
Use these IIFM resources to match your certification track with the relevant standard, product scope, and scheme requirements.
Best for recorded forest areas, managed estates, and forest plantations.
Best for agroforestry, farm forestry, private plantations, and grower groups.
Best for checking timber, non-timber forest products, and product-category coverage.
Best for understanding the overall IFWCS PRAMAAN scheme and certification structure.
Use this quick comparison to decide where the application should begin.
| Track | Primary focus | Typical applicants | Evidence emphasis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Management | Responsible management of recorded forests and forest plantations. | Forest departments, divisions, and plantation managers. | Management plans, field implementation, compliance records, monitoring, and corrective actions. |
| Trees Outside Forests | Responsible management of agroforestry systems and private plantation models. | Private growers, producer groups, agroforestry aggregators, and plantation owners. | Ownership or control records, species and area data, management practices, harvest controls, and grower documentation. |
| Chain of Custody | Traceability of timber and non-timber products from origin to final claim. | Processors, traders, manufacturers, exporters, and brand supply chains. | Input-output records, segregation, supplier verification, sales claims, and material flow controls. |
Scope planning
Signify Wood emphasizes clarity in scope, cost, timeline, and evidence so certification is implemented consistently from the first discussion.
