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As a business owner, you may have been awaiting the planned changes to ISO 9001 in 2023. However, the current version of this standard, ISO 9001:2015 remains unchanged, with members of ISO making the surprising decision not to go ahead with the much-anticipated update. The committee conducted a thorough review of ISO 9001:2015 and agreed […]

If you’re a small business owner, you may be wondering if you really need ISO certification to achieve success in your industry. You might assume that it’s only for larger corporations or industries with strict regulatory requirements. However, the reality is that ISO certification can be a game-changer for small businesses, offering several significant advantages […]

Safeguarding your business from IT security threats is essential in today’s digital landscape. By continually updating your knowledge of the latest risks and investing in powerful security, you can give your organisation the protection it needs. Achieving ISO 27001 accreditation can be a particularly effective way to protect your business online. Read on how to […]

Many business owners find themselves wondering if achieving ISO 14001 accreditation can help them attract investment. There are several reasons why an investor may be attracted to working with a company that has achieved this valued accreditation. Let’s take a look at some of the ways that the accreditation can help you win the interest […]

Complying with health and safety laws can help you avoid tough fines and penalties as well as prevent accidents and injuries from occurring. Maintaining compliance can also help you protect your business’s reputation considerably. Let’s explore five steps that you can take to ensure that your organisation is complying with the latest health and safety […]

There are many great reasons for investing in ISO 9001 certification. As well as enhancing your organisation’s reputation and credibility, it can allow you to improve your customer service standards considerably. Let’s take a closer look at some of the key benefits of acquiring ISO 9001 accreditation. Why invest in ISO 9001 accreditation? Customer satisfaction […]

ISO 45003 is a standard created by the ISO to guide organisations in managing psychosocial risks in the workplace. These risks can include things like work-related stress, unmanageable workloads, and a poor organisational culture. The purpose of ISO 45003 certification is to deliver a framework to help businesses create work environments in which employees can […]

ISO 50001 is a standard that’s focused on energy efficiency. This internal standard gives your company a framework to establish, implement, maintain, and improve an Energy Management System (EnMS). Designed to help you manage your energy use more efficiently, it can be applied in a wide range of industries, ranging from manufacturing and healthcare to […]

UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service) is the national accreditation body for the United Kingdom. The organisation is responsible for assessing and accrediting organisations that offer certification, testing and inspection services. If a third-party provider wishes to achieve UKAS accreditation, it needs to undergo a stringent assessment process to show it is competent and compliant enough […]

ISO (International Organisation for Standardisation) accreditation offers various benefits, ranging from improved processes to increased customer satisfaction. However, there are still some negative myths and misconceptions associated with it. Let’s delve into some of the biggest mistruths around ISO certification. Myth 1: ISO is only about meeting standards, not actual improvement Some sceptics believe that […]