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Effective Integration of ISO Standards

Successfully implementing ISO standards can significantly enhance an organisation's efficiency, compliance, and overall performance. While the certification process may seem complex, having the right information and professional guidance makes it much more manageable.

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Manufacturing is experiencing an increase in cyberattacks

Globally, 80% of firms experienced a significant increase in overall security incidents or breaches last year, according to a study by Omdia. In spite of this, only 45% of organisations are adequately prepared to deal with cyber security threats.

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How do standards add value to your organisation?

A standard is an agreed-upon method of doing something, developed by experts and individuals with experience or expertise in a given field, such as manufacturers, sellers, buyers, customers, trade associations, users, or regulators.

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Introducing the EU's new cyber security obligations for businesses

The Cyber Solidarity Act (Solidarity Act) has taken another step towards becoming a reality. It was early December when the European Parliament's Industry, Research and Energy Committee adopted its draft report on the act, and shortly afterward the representatives of the Member States reached a consensus on the text.

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The benefits of ISO 9001 certification

The ISO 9001 quality management standard is widely known and respected. This is evidence of a company taking great care of its products and services.

But why are millions of businesses around the world interested in implementing this certification?

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Report: UK manufacturing can benefit from AI

Identifying areas where government policy and industry action could facilitate broader adoption of AI, Future Factories powered by AI explores the opportunities AI provides to the manufacturing sector.

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Change management: What it is and how it works

Change management can be defined as a game plan. When it comes to controlling the changes that flow through an IT system, product, or development of a software platform, change management refers to the methodologies that surround people, process, and culture.

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