Exploring Standards with Assent

In this episode of Exploring Standards, host Jess is joined by Len Howard, Founder of THC Consultants and this year's UKConsulting's ISO Consultant of the Year. Join us as we dive into the world of quality management and the impact of AI on the industry.

This epsiode begins with a celebration as Len shares his emotions and experiences after winning this ISO Consultant of the Year award. We then discuss Len's journey into consulting and explore the developments that he has witnessed throughout his career. Lastly, we delve into the fascinating realm of AI and its effects on the consulting industry. 

Episode Links:

• THC Consultants: https://www.thcconsultants.co.uk/

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/

In this episode of Exploring Standards, Jess is joined by Jaz Taylor, Head of Client Services at Assent Risk Management to discuss Choosing a Certification Body. 

In this discussion, Jaz explains why you need a certification body and the accreditation you should expect from a certification body. She also shares tips and what to consider when choosing a certification body. 

Episode Links:

• Search for a Certification Body: https://certbodies.co.uk/

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/

Join us in this exciting episode of Exploring Standards as Jess, our host, sits down with Donna Clements, Head of Talent at Assent, to delve into the topic of "How to Choose a Good ISO Consultant."

This discussion explores the invaluable benefits of using an ISO Consultant and what to consider when selecting the right consultant for your organisation. Discover how a consultant's expertise can streamline your path to compliance and maximise the value of your ISO certification.

Donna shares the qualities that make a good ISO Consultant stand out from the crowd and the qualifications and experience you should expect from a consultant. 

Episode Links:

• IRCA Training: https://digital.lorators.com/why-choose-cqi-and-irca-certified-training/

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/

In this episode of Exploring Standards, Jess talks with Kathy Clements from Assent about ISO for Small Businesses. They discuss the benefits of ISO for small businesses, how ISO is implemented for small businesses and Kathy recommends the best ISO for small businesses.

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/

In this episode of Exploring Standards, we delve into the world of SOC2 with our special guest, Ty Brush from A-LIGN. SOC2 audits play a vital role in assessing the security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of service organisations.

In this episode we explore SOC2 in-depth: its purpose, audience, core components, and significance for UK businesses. Gain insights into SOC2 audits, qualifications for auditors, and understand the difference between SOC2 and ISO 27001. Enhance data security and compliance with this essential episode.

Episode Links:

• A-LIGN: https://www.a-lign.com/

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/

In this episode of Exploring Standards, Jess sits down with the Founder and CEO of Assent, Robert Clements to discuss the ISO 27001:2022 update. If you're wondering about the recent changes and what they mean for your business, this episode is a must-watch!

In this discussion, Robert explains the key updates in ISO 27001:2022 and provides valuable insights on how businesses can effectively align themselves with the new standard. From understanding the changes to addressing the specific requirements. We also discuss the recommended timeframes and best practices to ensure a smooth transition to ISO 27001:2022. 

Episode Links

More information on ISO 27001:2022 Update:

Find a ISO 27001:2022 Consultant:

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/

This week we on Exploring Standards we have Will Whawell, a Legal Project Manager, ISO 9001 auditor, and Lexcel Consultant with over 30 years of experience in legal costs. He joins us to discuss Lexcel, the legal practice quality mark for client care, compliance, and practice management.

In this episode, Will explores the key themes and benefits of Lexcel, and why it's important for legal practices to achieve this accreditation.

Episode Links

Connect with Will Whawell:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/willwhawell/

More information about Lexcel:

https://www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk/lexcel/

https://www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk/iso-for-legal-firms/

https://www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk/lexcel-consultants/

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/

Welcome back to another episode of Exploring Standards! This week, we're excited to have Jaz Taylor, the head of client services at Assent, joining us to discuss common misconceptions about ISO certification.

ISO certification can be a daunting and complex process, and there are many misconceptions that can create confusion and misunderstandings. In this episode, Jess and Jaz dive into some of the most frequently asked questions that clients have about ISO and shed light on the biggest misconceptions surrounding the process.

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/

Assent talks with Kathy Clements, a consultant and lead auditor in ISO 14001 Environmental Management and ISO 9001 Quality Management. In this interview, Jess and Kathy discuss ISO 14001 Environmental Management and how implementation is changing.

They discuss why organisations should care about managing their environmental impacts, the laws that currently affect UK organisations in relation to environmental management and why ISO 14001 is good for organisations.

Episode Links

For more information about ISO 14001 visit:

https://www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk/iso14001/

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/

In this episode, Jess talks with Robert Clements from Assent Risk Management and Paul Stevens from AvISO Consultancy about the future of ISO. 

In this discussion, we explore how consultants can work together to drive improvement, how ISO has changed and what we expect for ISO in the future. 

Episode Links

UKConsulting Group:

AvISO Consultancy:

Contact Assent:

• Website: www.assent1.com

Connect with Assent:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/