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How Should I Conduct My Internal Audits
Internal auditing is the process of reflecting on business objectives and measuring the success of processes and procedures in reaching these goals. For more information

How To Browse the Internet Safely
Any brand names mentioned are as a result of their merit, and not paid promotion. Any brand names mentioned are as a result of their

What Are the Key Stages of Asset Management
With an effective asset management structure in place, businesses will realise many benefits, including extended asset lifespans, improved asset reliability, and reduced maintenance costs. Understanding

How To Start With the End in Mind
This is the second piece of content in our series recontextualising Stephen R Covey’s “Seven Habits of Highly Successful People”, you can access the first

What Does ISO Certification Cost
The cost of International Organisation Standardisation (ISO) certification varies based on the type of ISO certification required per the products or services your business provides.

What Does It Mean To Be A Mindful Leader?
Mindful leadership, in a sense, is about more than just being a good leader. It’s about being a good listener and making space for other

Does ISO 14001 Require Risk Assessment
The ISO 14001:2015 standard requires organisations to focus on assessing and managing environmental risks. ISO 14001 risk management is designed to foster an environment of

Can You Transfer ISO Certification
If you have an ISO certification, you may wonder whether you can transfer it to another certification body. Since you are not tied to a

What is ISO 27001 Compliance
ISO 27001 is an international standard focused on Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) and their requirements. It is part of a set of standards, such

Serendipity in Business
How a stroke of Luck Can Change Your Fortunes Forever Recently I’ve been reading on the topic of serendipity in business: how by a seemingly

What Are KPI’s And Why Are They Important?
In order to measure progress within a business, whether it be progress on business objectives such as revenue growth and sales growth, or increasing customer

Ultimate Cheat Sheet To ISO 9001
Let’s get started. Today we’re going to talk about how to implement an ISO 9001 quality management system. So the first thing to do is

Guide To Winning Your Talent Management Strategy
It’s one of the most common gripes I hear managers, executives and CEOs alike complain about at industry events, conferences and my daily conversations across

ISO Publishes New Standard for Ecotourism
Are you sitting at your desk, or on your way home dreaming about an ice-cold piña colada on a tropical beach? You’re not the only

Grit in Business
Kobi Simmat explores the concept of grit, and how you can out-perform almost anyone with the application of a few simple principles. If I’m sure

How The Metaverse Could Benefit Your Business
The concept of the metaverse and what it means for business going forward into the future can be a hard concept to grasp for some.

How Does Internal Auditing Maintain It’s Independence & Objectivity
How does internal auditing maintain it’s independence and objectivity? Now it’s tricky because if you’re an internal staff member of an organisation, it is difficult

What Is Enterprise Risk Management
What is enterprise risk management and what role in it does internal auditing play? Enterprise risk management is about risk-based thinking and all of the

ISO 9001:2015 How to allocate resources & policies
ISO 9001:2015 quality management systems are a great way to both build your organization and strengthen how you formulate your business plan. In this article,

The CEO cult of personality
Former Tesla chairman and current CEO Elon Musk’s recent dismissal as chairman of the board is an exemplification of the fact that a CEO can

Is Your Company Environmentally Friendly
Part of ISO 14001 is determining how your workplace can become more environmentally friendly. Aside from encouraging your suppliers and setting an example, what can

Pandemic Gave Us A Crash-Course in Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced organisations of all shapes and sizes to reevaluate their way of operating. By this stage, it’s no secret that businesses

ISO 27001 Myths Debunked
Getting certified for ISO 27001 Information Security Management Systems Standard can sound daunting. Understanding, achieving and maintaining accredited certification to the international standard for information

Risk-based Thinking Process Flow Chart
All the new international standards talk about risk-based thinking so what we’re going to do here is a quick example some practical tips and tricks

Why are Companies & Institutions Turning Away From Zoom
A number of high-profile companies including NASA, Google, the Australian Defence Force and even the US Senate are moving away from the popular video conferencing

IDENTITY THEFT- from a boarding pass posted on Instagram
We’ve got an interesting gentleman that we collaborate with who is called: ‘The points whisperer’. His name’s Steve Hui, and you can see him here…

Why You Should Have ISO Certification
The International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) has established specifications to enhance the quality and efficiency of systems, products, and services in organisations. Standards set by

What is the Ongoing Commitment to be ISO Certified
A significant change to the ISO 9000 series is replacing “management commitment” with “leadership and commitment”. The leadership and commitment clause requires organisations to actively

What are the ISO 27001 Changes In 2022
The information security management standard ISO 27001 was first published in 2005. It was revised in 2013 and has been updated again in 2022, and

How Is a QMS System Implemented
If your organisation follows a management system, it needs a systematised and well-structured Quality Management System (QMS). However, implementing a QMS is not always a

The Importance of Objectives & Targets
In the context of a business management system, objectives and targets are extremely important for the success of an organisation. One thing I forgot when

How to Become an ISO Auditor
Are you passionate about becoming an ISO auditor for your own organisation or third-party certification bodies? Auditing as a career offers endless paths of possibilities

How Long Does it Take to Achieve ISO Certification
If you are considering leveraging the full benefits of ISO certification, you might wonder how long you need to achieve and maintain it. Many businesses

How To Set The Right Business Goals
To create change today for tomorrow,” Barry Magliarditi, founder and director of The Game Changers explains. “Business can be hard and uncomfortable,” he says, adding

Why You Should Prioritise Learning And Development At Work
Learning and development is the key to unlocking your career potential. It has never been more important for you to invest in your own personal

How To Attract And Retain Top Staff
If you’re a company that wants to attract and retain top talent, it helps to know what they want. And while a fancy office or

Best Practice Joins The FCB Group Of Companies
We’re pleased to announce that Best Practice Certification (Best Practice) has been acquired by FCB Holdings Pty Ltd (FCB), which is part of The Citation

Why Is Empathy So Important In The Workplace?
There’s one thing in business that is often under-leveraged, if not completely forgotten or omitted by management teams that fail to see the value of

What Are The Key Qualities Of A Good Leader?
A company’s success significantly depends upon the leadership abilities of its manager. Leaders shape our nations, communities, and organisations. Leadership skills are often one of

What Is The Difference Between Six Sigma & ISO
Quality management is the cornerstone of every industry. The two most popular techniques for quality management are ISO 9001 and Six Sigma. Implementing these quality

How Positivity Increases Productivity In The Workplace
Now that we’re very much into the pandemic, I think we should have the conversation about balancing productivity and positivity during a time like this.

What Is Imposter Syndrome And How Can You Beat It?
Ever had the feeling that you don’t deserve the success you have? Well, you’re not alone and there’s a name for it: Imposter Syndrome. Whether

Does ISO 9001 Cover Health & Safety
ISO 9001 is among the most common standards the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) has set. The objective of the ISO 9000 series is to

7 Ways to Deal With a Difficult Co-Worker
When you’re trying to do a good job at work, it’s easy to get derailed by a co-worker who’s causing problems. The fact that you

What Is Quiet Quitting?
Quiet quitting is a silent act of sabotage that can have a devastating effect on an organisation and team culture. It’s where you see people
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