When it comes to quality management systems (QMS), ISO 9001 is often the one considered for organisations, as it is suitable for any type of size of organisation. However, ISO’s can seem complex and costly, especially for SME’s. If you…
At Assent Risk Management, we are proud to announce that our commitment to environmental sustainability has reached a new milestone. Since 2015, we have been Silver members of Essex Wildlife Trust, an organisation dedicated to protecting and nurturing the natural…
Implementing an ISO 50001 Energy Management System (EnMS) provides an internationally recognised framework that helps organisations manage and improve their energy performance. A key requirement within the standard is to identify Energy Performance Indicators (EnPIs) that measure, track, and benchmark…
Social media has enabled a new type of business to emerge, using the online platforms to communicate directly with their customers and sell during live stream events. While this new type of selling is more personal and intimate, streamers and…
A reliable and resilient internet connection is essential for many business premises. However, installing a robust internet line in a shared building can be complex. One key factor that can significantly impact this process is the need for “wayleave” agreements.…
BS 99001 is a British Standard that provides requirements in addition to ISO 9001 to implement a quality management system for the built environment sector. It is gaining in popularity due to new and updated legislation in the UK including…
In today’s competitive market, it’s common to see service-based businesses implement a quality management system to ISO 9001:2015 in order to demonstrate their commitment to quality and continuous improvement. However, there is one clause of the standard that has traditionally…
LOCS:23 Certification, the GDPR Standard for Law Firms Contact Us What is LOCS:23? LOCS:23 stands for the Legal Services Operational Privacy Certification Scheme, a new standard approved by the ICO to help legal service providers demonstrate compliance with UK Data…
This mental health week, Assent is focusing on mental health in the workplace and how organisations can better support their employees. We’ve heard the phrase “work-life balance” used frequently in the last few years in reference to supporting the mental…
