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Featured Story: FSB warns of ISO 9001 malpractice
A story from the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) Wales revealed that members have been targeted by unaccredited certification bodies who are seeking to take advantage of those not aware that it could prove costly.
Businesses urged to consider their information security
23 January 2012
According to the National Fraud Authority, each year identify fraud in the UK costs more than £2.7 billion and affects over 1.8 million people. Businesses can minimise their risks by implementing the ISO 27001 standard.
Government reaffirms importance of UKAS accredited CBs
04 January 2012
An increase in unregulated certifiers has led Goverment to reiterate the importance of UKAS accredited Certification Bodies (CBs) in the UK.
ISO's 2010 Survey Published
01 December 2011
Today, ISO have published ‘The ISO Survey of certifications 2010’, detailing the global market relevance of ISO’s management systems standards since 1993.
New figures show Britain leads Europe in Health and Safety
03 November 2011
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recently announced that new figures show an encouraging fall in workplace health and injury.
World Standards Day celebrated internationally
17 October 2011
October 14th marked World Standards Day, an event to celebrate the efforts of the thousands of experts worldwide who collaborate to develop International Standards.
London 2012 Opportunities Still Available
20 September 2011
Opportunities are still available for the London 2012 Games, but businesses should be more proactive to stand a better to chance of winning potentially lucrative contracts.
ISO certification more important than ever
19 September 2011
Recent comments from the Forum of Private Business' procurement adviser recommends businesses obtaining ISO standards for public sector tendering.
BAB launches ISO training division
12 September 2011
The British Assessment Bureau (BAB) has launched a new ISO training division, providing courses based on the popular ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 management standards.
BAB retains Investors in People status
25 August 2011
BAB has successfully retained the prestigious Investors in People (IIP) standard after a recent assessment, continuing their status of achieving the sought-after recognition for the 12th year.
BAB moves into Motorsport industry
20 July 2011
The British Assessment Bureau (BAB) has been granted extended scopes by its regulator, UKAS, allowing it to certify businesses involved with Motorsport under the ISO 14001 environmental management standard.