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Business News • Certification 29 July 2026

Why information security certification is becoming a condition of doing business

Customers and regulators increasingly want proof that an organisation protects the data it holds. Independent certification of an information security management system is how that proof is provided.

Insight • Food 30 June 2026

Fresh produce and food safety: what the latest standard revisions mean for growers and packers

Revisions to international food safety standards place more emphasis on food safety culture, traceability and the management of unannounced audits. We summarise the practical impact for the fresh produce sector.

Feature • Inspection 19 May 2026

Inside a production line inspection: what independent inspectors actually look for

Buyers often ask what happens during a factory inspection. We walk through a typical during-production and pre-shipment inspection and explain how the findings protect both buyer and supplier.

Insight • Sustainability 14 April 2026

Sustainability assurance for solar projects: from panel testing to verified claims

Investors, lenders and buyers of renewable energy want evidence that a project performs as promised and that its environmental claims stand up. Independent assurance provides that evidence at every stage.

Business News • Verification 10 March 2026

Document fraud in global supply chains: how to check what you are being shown

Altered certificates and forged inspection reports are a persistent risk wherever goods change hands. We explain the common patterns and how a free verification check protects buyers, banks and insurers.

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