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ISO 14001:2015 vs ISO 14001:2026 – Clause-by-Clause Changes

ISO 14001:2015 vs ISO 14001:2026

The updated ISO 14001:2026 standard introduces a number of important changes aimed at strengthening environmental management, climate-related planning, and organisational accountability. While the overall structure and intent of the standard remain familiar, several clauses have been expanded or clarified to better align with today’s environmental challenges and stakeholder expectations. The table below provides a practical […]

Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated

Global ACI

A unified global accreditation body: what Global ACI means for your certification On 1 January 2026, the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC) formally unified to become a single international accreditation organisation: Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI). The short version for our clients: nothing changes for you. Your Sancert […]

Toolbox Talks: The Five-Minute Conversation That Underpins Site Safety

Toolbox Talks

Toolbox talks are short, informal safety briefings delivered to workers, usually at the start of a shift, before a task changes, or in response to an incident or near-miss. They typically last between five and fifteen minutes and focus on a single hazard, behaviour, or procedure relevant to the work about to be carried out. […]

ISO 9001:2026 – What’s Changing and How to Prepare

ISO 9001 is being revised. The new version, ISO 9001:2026, is expected to be published in September 2026, replacing the current ISO 9001:2015 standard. A three-year transition period will follow, giving organisations until approximately September 2029 to update their certification. This document explains what is changing, what the timeline looks like, and what steps to […]

ISO 22716 Certification for Cosmetics

ISO 22716 CERTIFICATION FOR COSMETICS

Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) | South Africa Your Questions Answered – What It Is, Why It Matters & How to Get Certified South Africa’s cosmetics sector is changing fast. Major retailers, distributors, and brand owners are now requiring suppliers to hold a valid ISO 22716 certificate as a non-negotiable procurement condition, and the pressure is […]

What Certification Bodies Really Look for During an ISO Audit

Audit

What Certification Bodies Really Look for During an ISO Audit (And What They Don’t Care About) If you’ve ever prepared for an ISO audit, you’ll know the feeling. Extra files. Extra meetings. Extra stress. If you haven’t yet prepared for one, now is your time to read this. There is a truth that organisations don’t […]

5 Key things to look out for when choosing an external ISO certification service provider

ISO Certification

Choosing the right ISO certification body isn’t just about getting a certificate. It’s about ensuring your organisation receives a credible, efficient, and impartial audit that adds real value. With many providers in the industry, here are five key things to look out for before making your decision. 1. Accreditation and Recognition Always verify that your […]

Certification vs Compliance: Why good ISO certification Is Built on Continuous Improvement and Not Box-Ticking

Sancert: Certification & Compliance

By Matt Swart, commercial at Sancert Global Too many organisations chase compliance when they should be chasing progress. While artificial intelligence can automate checks and identify non-conformities, it cannot replicate the insight and judgment behind true ISO certification. This article explores why ISO standards are designed around continuous improvement, not compliance, and why a human-centred […]

What is ISO/IEC 42001:2023 and How Do You Expand your Risk Lens by Connecting It to ISO/IEC 27001:2022?

What is ISO/IEC 42001:2023, and How Do You Expand your Risk Lens by Connecting It to ISO/IEC 27001:2022?

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes embedded in critical business processes, the risks and governance challenges it introduces can no longer be ignored. That’s where ISO/IEC 42001:2023, the new international standard for Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS), comes in. For organisations already certified in ISO/IEC 27001:2022 (Information Security Management Systems), the question arises: How does ISO/IEC […]

Sancert Achieves UKAS Accreditation!

Sancert Global UKAS Accredited

By Matthew Swart We’re excited to announce a major milestone in our journey. Sancert has officially achieved full UKAS accreditation for ISO/IEC 27001:2022 by successfully completing the final witness audit. This achievement represents more than just ticking a box. It’s the result of months of dedication, teamwork, and continuous improvement. This was no easy task, but […]

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