The general purpose of a supplier risk assessment is to ensure that a business is working with reliable and trustworthy suppliers. This is important because a company’s suppliers play a critical role in its overall operations, as they provide the raw materials, components, and services that are necessary to produce and deliver products and services to customers. […]
Version 4.3 Certainty Software Ready for Release
We’re excited to announce the release of version 4.3 of Certainty Software. **Important** Users must update their version of the Certainty app through their respective Mobile App Store. New features introduced in version 4.3 include: Here is a sneak peek at the new multifactor authentication feature: Enjoy the update! […]
What is a Behavior Based Safety Observation?
A behavior based safety observation (BBSO) is a technique used to identify and correct unsafe behaviors in the workplace. It involves watching and analyzing the actions of employees while they work, with the goal of identifying any behaviors that may lead to accidents or injuries. […]
IATF 16949: Quality Management in the Automotive Manufacturing Industry
IATF 16949:2016 is a quality management system (QMS) standard specifically developed for the automotive industry. It was created by the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) and is based on the ISO 9001 international standard, with additional requirements to support the unique characteristics of the automotive industry. Like ISO 9001, IATF 16949 is based on Deming’s plan, do, check, act cycle of continuous improvement. […]
What are Scope 1, 2, and 3 Emissions?
Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions are the three categories of greenhouse gas emissions that are commonly reported by businesses. These categories of carbon emissions, which were established by the World Resources Institute’s Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG Protocol), are used to help organizations track and manage their greenhouse gas emissions in a consistent and transparent manner. […]
4 Tips for Reaching Your ESG Goals in 2023
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) issues have become increasingly important in recent years, with a growing number of stakeholders, including investors and consumers, calling for companies to prioritize sustainability and social responsibility in their business practices. In response to this demand, many businesses have begun to incorporate ESG initiatives into their operations, including setting ESG goals as part of their overall business strategy. […]
5 Challenges When Switching From Paper-based Inspections to Digital Inspections
Table of contents If you are a business that relies on paper-based inspections, you are likely familiar with the challenges that come with this type of system. Paper-based inspections can be cumbersome and inefficient, from time-consuming data entry to the difficulty of tracking and storing inspection data. Fortunately, there is a better way. Digital inspections […]
ISO 9001: an Overview of the Quality Management System Standard
The international standard in quality management systems (qms), ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 9001 is currently certified by over one million organizations and companies in over 170 countries (ISO). Built to be used by any business no matter the size, industry, or location, the objective of the ISO 9001 standard is to set clear guidelines for building an optimal quality management system that ensures quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction. […]
ISO 14001: Environmental Management System Standard
The ISO 14001 standards ensure a business’s scope of the environmental management system meets the ISO requirements for environmental management systems. […]
On-site vs Remote Audits: Their Advantages and Disadvantages
The Covid-19 pandemic quickly pushed businesses to remote work and to digitize previously manual processes. The same was said for the business’s external and internal auditing processes. As health and safety risks of the global pandemic increased, the traditional way of auditing primarily on-site needed adjusting towards remote auditing. This is only magnified for businesses involved in a globalized supply chain that regularly audits their suppliers. […]
