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ISO 26000:2010 – Social Responsibility and the Human Side of Performance

Every company loves to say, “People are our greatest asset”. It sounds noble. It looks great on posters and corporate websites. But when numbers tighten, those same “assets” often become “costs”. That contradiction is exactly what ISO 26000:2010 was created to fix. Unlike most ISO standards, ISO 26000:2010 does not exist for certification. There are […]

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ISO IEC 20000 1:2018 IT Service Management in the Digital Era

Technology used to be the support act in business. Now it is the stage, the lighting, and the main performance. From cloud computing and virtual collaboration to data analytics and cybersecurity, organizations rely on digital infrastructure for every breath of their operations. When technology falters, everything stumbles. This reality is why ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018 matters more

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ISO 37001 and the Receipts: Why Documentation is the Real Anti-Bribery Shield

ISO 37001, the international standard for anti-bribery management systems, matters more than ever in today’s world. We live in a time where one screenshot, one leaked email, or one message thread can end careers overnight. “Show me the receipts” has become the modern call for proof—whether it’s a celebrity denying rumors or a company defending

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ISO 45001 and the Office Safety Net: Why Documentation Protects More Than Hard Hats

ISO 45001 is more than hard hats and construction sites. When people think about workplace safety, the image that usually comes to mind is workers in helmets, safety harnesses on high-rise buildings, or factory floors buzzing with heavy machinery. But safety also covers moments like a colleague slipping on a wet office floor or a

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ISO 9001 and the Case of the Missing Documents: Why Lost Files Cost More Than You Think

ISO 9001 highlights the importance of document control, and most of us know the sinking feeling of misplacing something important. It might be your passport before a trip, your car keys when you’re already late, or that one bill you swear you filed safely. In the moment, everything else stops. Stress builds, time is wasted,

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Leveraging Gap Analysis for Continuous Improvement in ISO Management Systems

A gap analysis is often seen as a step toward achieving ISO certification, but its real value goes far beyond the initial audit preparation. When used strategically, it becomes a powerful tool for continuous improvement, helping organisations not only meet requirements but also enhance efficiency, strengthen risk management, and improve overall performance. The first step

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Common Pitfalls in ISO Gap Analysis and How to Avoid Them

A gap analysis can be one of the most valuable tools in preparing for ISO certification or maintaining compliance with evolving standards. However, not all gap analyses deliver the clarity and insight they should. Too often, organisations fall into avoidable traps that reduce the accuracy and usefulness of their findings. Understanding these pitfalls and knowing

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