Navigating the language of ISO standards can be challenging, especially when interpreting terms like “shall,” “should,” “can,” and “may.” Understanding these terms is crucial for ensuring compliance and effectively implementing management systems. In this blog, we’ll break down these key…
The anti-bribery management system standard ISO 37001 has had its first revision as the 2025 version is published (Feb 2025). Here we take a fresh look at the international standard. What has Changed in ISO 37001:2025? The changes in this…
Compliance software is becoming a common way to manage your ISO management systems. They bring many benefits but it’s important to remember the internal audits are still required, and this requires human input. Luckily, our internal auditors are well-versed in…
At Assent Risk Management, we understand that sometimes internal audits need to be conducted at short notice. Whether it’s due to a shift in your compliance schedule, a new risk emerging, following a non-conformance or simply an oversight, we are…
Implementing an ISO 50001 Energy Management System (EnMS) provides an internationally recognised framework that helps organisations manage and improve their energy performance. A key requirement within the standard is to identify Energy Performance Indicators (EnPIs) that measure, track, and benchmark…
In today’s highly competitive Fire & Security market, your ISO certification can be so much more than a regulatory box to tick. Used correctly, it’s a powerful marketing tool to win more contracts. Whether you’re an installer or a manufacturer,…
Social media has enabled a new type of business to emerge, using the online platforms to communicate directly with their customers and sell during live stream events. While this new type of selling is more personal and intimate, streamers and…
Since the publication of ISO 31030, travel risk management has been appearing more and more in tenders for travel products and services. While implementing the full ISO 31030 guidelines brings many benefits and protections for travellers, Assent’s travel risk management…
Whistl Maintain FIVE Standards with Assent Learn more about Whistl Leading logistics company Whistl has successfully completed their first year of outsourced internal audits to five different ISO standards! The company was already certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO…
Most businesses premises will have fire extinguishers located at strategic locations, as a result of their fire risk assessment, and often at the advice of their fire protection service provider. The type of fire extinguishers used depends on the risks…
