This summer, 2026, we’ve seen many disastrous wildfires around the world, including in the UK and Europe where we have not previously been familiar with managing such events. The heat may have also caused other resource intensive incidents including several…
For manufacturers and engineering businesses looking to enter or expand within the automotive supply chain, an existing ISO 9001 Quality Management System can provide an excellent foundation. However there are some significant differences. IATF 16949 builds upon the requirements of…
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With the next Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme (ESOS) compliance deadline approaching in December 2027, organisations that qualify for ESOS should already be considering how they will demonstrate compliance. For some organisations, implementing an ISO 50001 Energy Management System could provide…
Assent Risk Management is pleased to support Fishburn Park Football Club’s Little Fishes sessions in Whitby by sponsoring new T-shirts for the young players. Little Fishes is a weekly mini-football session held on Monday evenings for children aged between two…
This blog provides a brief overview September’s Legal Updates, which are relevant to Quality, Environmental, Info Sec and Health & Safety to help your organisation stay aligned with the latest legal requirements. How to use this Update: The standards…
In September 2026 the latest edition of the international quality management standard, ISO 9001 was published. While the updates were generally minor, one new concept is threaded throughout the standard: Quality Culture and Ethical Behaviour. While you might consider this…
In September 2026 the latest version of ISO 9001 the international standard for quality management systems was published. We had long been aware, from drafts, that while there are some changes required to your management system, little has materially changed. …
UK manufacturers and precision engineering companies have some world-class capabilities but with industries changing fast, diversification into the automotive sector can represent a significant opportunity. Businesses already supplying demanding industries such as aerospace, defence, oil and gas, energy and advanced…
