In an era where AI is increasingly embedded in every facet of our lives, the need for robust governance frameworks that ensure the ethical use of this new technology without stifling innovation has never been more critical. This was the central theme at the recent AI Summit co-hosted by UKAS and the TIC Council.
IAF and IESBA have formed a strategic partnership aimed at bolstering the growth and credibility of sustainability information in the corporate landscape.
A recently published Italian study by Accredia and Inail found a positive relationship between the accredited certification of occupational health and safety management systems and a lower risk level for companies.
IAF and ILAC have published a four-episode sub-series of their podcast, Accreditation Matters.
AI presents a multitude of new opportunities. We must look at the priorities for AI with accredited conformity assessment to ensure all stakeholders maintain a high level of trust in the quality infrastructure and assurance bodies.
To meet the need for digitised Industry 4.0 applications and processes, DAkkS introduced a digital accreditation symbol in April 2024.
The European co-operation for Accreditation held a webinar on ‘European Blockchain technology for the use in accreditation and certification’, with more than 300 attendees.
IAF CertSearch continues to grow, now containing information on over 1,350,000 certificates.
The most widely anticipated standard in decades, ISO/IEC 42001, was published in December 2023.
The vital role of how accreditation provides trust and confidence for global trade will be the topic of a special keynote address by the WTO at a much-anticipated conference in Sydney, Australia in June.
International trade is of vital importance for the development and economic growth of a country. Accreditation can ensure confidence in international trade transactions.
ARAC recently accepted a new member and held various meetings, workshops and training courses.
ABCB is celebrating its 40th year, with a celebration cumulating with a luncheon in June at the House of Commons in London.
UNBS hosted the ISO/CASCO 38th Plenary and Workshop from 23 to 26 April 2024. Attendees engaged in a mix of formal sessions, panel discussions, and informative workshops, delving into CASCO’s technical and policy initiatives alongside key ISO projects.
The 14th AFRAC General Assembly and meetings were held from 25-29 September 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya.
The ‘quality’ of things is of utmost importance for protecting individuals from harm. Our trust forms the backbone of what we expect from our food, cars and planes, protection of the environment and much more.
IAF and ILAC held a poster contest for World Accreditation Day 2024, with Ms. Japhet Tolosa Celis and Ms. Jazzy April Macogue Tolosa winning the first-place prize of USD 1,500.
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