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UK Government announces extension of CE mark recognition for businesses

UK Government announces extension of CE mark recognition for businesses

The Department for Business and Trade has today announced an indefinite extension to the use of CE marking for businesses. The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) has today announced an indefinite extension to the use of CE marking for businesses, applying to 18 regulations owned by DBT. This comes as part of a wider …

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New code offers organisations guide to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture

New guidance designed to help organisations prioritise their people by creating an increasingly diverse and inclusive workplace culture, including by demonstrating leadership commitment or adjusting recruitment practices, has been published by BSI. Evidence suggests that diverse organisations can out-perform their peers, while research indicates a desire for diverse workplaces, especially amongst Generation Z. Research from McKinsey …

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Stress has caused over 2.1 million construction workers to take sick leave

Stress has caused over 2.1 million construction workers to take sick leave

More than 2.1 million construction workers in the UK have taken sick leave as they felt the need to take a break and rejuvenate. Additionally, more than half (53%) have left jobs because they were too stressful. As part of NESCAFÉ’s ‘Make Chat Work’ campaign, the findings come at a time when mental health concerns …

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What are the benefits of ISO 9001 Certification for my employees (1)

What are the benefits of ISO 9001 for my employees?

ISO 9001 certification can help you improve and streamline your processes, reducing costs through continuous improvement. You may have a considerable disadvantage if your competitors are certified to the standard. You won’t only benefit your company’s profits with ISO 9001; your employees will as well. Achieving ISO 9001 increases employee productivity The processes you carry …

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New BSI research shows 66% of consumers will abandon hypocritical businesses (1)

New BSI poll shows 66% of consumers will abandon hypocritical businesses

Polling of 2000 UK consumers showed that a majority would stop purchasing products or services from organizations whose behaviour is inconsistent with their stated purpose Research also shows a third of organizations lack a stated purpose beyond profit Findings highlight the importance of PAS808, the world’s first business standard for corporate purpose Polling of UK …

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Manufacturers herald new digital age with tech investment set to increase in 2023

Manufacturers herald new digital age with tech investment set to increase in 2023

Digital Catapult’s Manufacturing Leaders Poll 2022 has revealed that investment in deep tech solutions and a commitment to innovation remain top of the agenda for many business leaders across the UK manufacturing industries, despite economic headwinds. Even with supply chain challenges and the rising costs of energy and components, the UK’s manufacturing industries will invest …

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