An introduction to what we mean by “certified” as opposed to “uncertified” management systems and standards We have previously discussed the value of ISO standards including ISO 14001, ISO 50001 and ISO 20121 on environmental, energy and event management respectively, all of which can be externally certified. Why having a certified management system creates a lot of added value and credibility with your stakeholders and shareholders.
We explore the difference between certification and accreditation. How does a certification body like SGS actually work to determine the processes required to certify your management system. The role of UKAS in the world of certification. What is the cost of certification services, and what are the typical timescales involved. What are the pros and cons of working with a certification body and how do I approach one? What are Integrated Management Systems and can these be certified? Softer benefits of certification including supporting culture change, accessing tenders and contracts and building your brand for sustainability management.
00:26 - Curtis Thornton - Sales Executive from SGS.
00:44 - SGS, The World's Largest Certification Body
02:32 - What do we mean by Certification of Management Systems?
03:36 - What are the Positive Benefits of Certification?
05:22 - What are the Typical Costs and Timescales?
12:39 - What is the Role of UKAS as the Accreditation Body?
17:04 - Compliance and Legal Compliance
18:34 - Culture and Behaviour Change Within Organisations
20:08 - Can you integrate more than one system for Certification?
23:07 - Summary and Outro
Hosted by Becky Toal - CEnv MIEMA, Managing Director, Crowberry Consulting Limited.
Guest: Curtis Thornton, Knowledge, Sales Executive, SGS United Kingdom Limited.
Links mentioned in this episode:
Crowberry Consulting Limited, Training - https://www.crowberryconsulting.com/training/
Crowberry Consulting Limited, Standards Shop - https://www.crowberryconsulting.com/standards-shop
UKCAS - https://www.ukas.com
SGS - https://www.sgs.com/
Contact Curtis - [email protected]
Edited and Produced by The Broadcast Studios
Production // The Broadcast Studios for Crowberry Consulting Limited
Episode Code // TBS_CCEP08_Certification_Services
Production Process // Green (Live - Client Device to Production)
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