Is ISO worth it?
As a leading ISO consultancy, we’ve been asked a lot of questions since opening in 1994. However, one question that always seems to pop up is the classic, “is it really worth it?”. We get it; at IMSM, we’re enthusiastic...
Who is responsible for the protection of information?
In reality, information security is a business responsibility and not just an IT problem. When you first look at information security, you might assume that because IT departments manage computer systems, they are responsible for controlling cyber risks and threats....
Are there cybersecurity risks for a small company?
Yes – in reality, small to medium businesses are targeted by cyber criminals more so than larger companies. Why do hackers attack small businesses? There are a few reasons why specifically target smaller businesses, but usually hackers assume small businesses...
How to get ISO 13485 certification
If you’re a medical device manufacturer, it’s likely that ISO 13485 will be on your radar. This internationally-recognised standard ensures such vital technology as yours is safe, effective, and delivered to a high quality. Not only does the certification help...
Why is ISO 15189 important?
Competence in any field is crucial, but it’s even more pertinent in the medical sphere where the patient’s system is compromised by disease or injury. ISO 15189 is a mark of confidence awarded to medical laboratories – an accreditation that...
What is the latest version of ISO 22301?
In order to stay relevant in a constantly changing world and to develop alongside businesses, ISO standards are reviewed every five years. In October 2019, the latest version of the international standard for business continuity management systems (ISO 22301) was...
What is the ISO 22716 cosmetic standard?
With the cosmetic industry continually growing, guidelines and best practices must also continue to evolve to ensure proper safety and care practices during every stage. Therefore, the ISO body developed and set forth the internationally accepted standard for cosmetic product...
The key benefits of ISO/IEC 17025 for your business
ISO/IEC 17025 is the international standard for laboratory competence. It’s recommended that all laboratories that undertake testing, sampling, or calibration work towards receiving the accreditation, in order to instill trust and demonstrate reliability amongst customers. To understand why the accreditation...
How to mitigate the economic effects of Covid-19 on your business
As the pandemic continues to spread, and the DOW and the FTSE experience their biggest falls since 1987, we are increasingly facing a significant economic fallout. This is likely to create great financial consequences for businesses around the globe. A...
Coronavirus: How to conduct a workplace risk assessment
Covid-19, or Coronavirus, has undeniably taken the world by storm since the end of 2019. With the total number of cases around the world rising above 2 million (at the time of writing), and with increasing numbers of new cases...