ISO 19011: Auditing Management Systems (Guidelines)
An audit process is required before a certified body can certify the organisation. The definition of an audit is stated under ISO 19011:2018 – Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems as: “The systematic, independent and documented process for obtaining objective evidence and evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which the audit criteria are fulfilled.” […]
Stendard Achieves ISO 27001:2022 Certification
A Milestone for our Information Security Management System (ISMS) Stendard is thrilled to announce a momentous achievement that underlines our unwavering commitment to information security. We have successfully obtained the ISO 27001:2022 certification from SOCOTEC for our Information Security Management System (ISMS). This certification encompasses various operational scopes, including designing, developing, distributing, and maintaining our […]
Good Manufacturing Practice Certification – Getting GMP Certified in Indonesia
Navigating the intricate terrain of compliance and regulations in the manufacturing sector presents challenges and opportunities. Gaining GMP certification for your company in Singapore stands out for its strategic and operational advantages. This article aims to elucidate the significance of GMP certification within Singapore’s vibrant manufacturing ecosystem and offer actionable insights into obtaining it. What […]
FSSC 22000 – Food Safety System Certification
Food safety is the primary concern for any food and beverage business. This is especially so since food safety issues, if not corrected, will result in dire health consequences, tarnishing any company’s reputation. As a result, food and beverage (F&B) companies need to ensure they take essential safety and health measures. Implementing the appropriate processes […]
ISO 9001 Requirements And Procedures
The management system is not a recent concept. It was utilised in inspecting military goods during World War II by an American physicist, engineer and statistician, Walter A. Shewhart. Large companies like Ford and Toyota have also been practising their management systems, and many other companies are emulating their quality management principles. Although each management […]
What is ISMS, and how does it work?
Information security is an uprising concern for most organisations. According to a survey conducted by PwC, CEOs rank cyber risks as the top threat to growth (49%). After Covid-19 hit the world, it has impacted every industry and made ways for cybercriminals to target them efficiently. FBI has also stated that cybercrime has increased by […]
What is non-conformity, and why is it important?
“Failure is the seed of success,” said Kaoru Ishikawa, the quality guru. We know that having any non-conformance is nothing embarrassing but a chance to grow, while we hold the key to improving all the time. In any Quality Management System (QMS), you might be familiar with hearing conformity and non-conformity terms being used. What […]
ISO 45000 Series: Occupational Health and Safety
According to statistics, the International Labour Organization (ILO) estimates more than 6000 deaths daily due to work-related accidents or diseases. There are about 340 million occupational accidents and 160 million victims of occupational diseases every year. The ILO estimates that this number will continue to increase if every business owner does not appropriately handle it. […]
ISO 27000 Series & Framework
In this digital era, many organisations and companies would store, process and exchange information through the internet. Some of the information may be considered sensitive data that require intrusion prevention, for instance, by securing communications via mobile devices and providing security gateways or network security. Therefore, many organisations and companies face the urge to have […]
Plan Do Check Act: The Complete Process of PDCA
An organisation usually requires strategic planning to help position its business competitively and enhance customer satisfaction to drive profits. To achieve that, they typically adopt the Plan Do Check Act (PDCA) cycle for continuous improvement. PDCA cycle, also known as the Deming wheel, Shewhart Cycle, Control Cycle and Plan Do Study Act (PDSA), is a […]