How Do You Stand Out? In many industries, ISO certification has become the baseline expectation rather than a differentiator. Companies bidding for public sector frameworks construction contracts engineering tenders or facilities management projects will often find that every shortlisted supplier is already certified to ISO 9001 ISO 14001 and ISO 45001. This presents a critical […]

Most Common ISO Certification Pitfalls Achieving ISO certification is a significant step for any organisation. It improves credibility, strengthens internal processes, and helps win new business. Yet many companies underestimate what goes into getting certified and that is where avoidable mistakes creep in. Whether you are working toward ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, or

Every year on December 4th, the world marks the International Day of Banks, a moment dedicated to recognising the vital role banks and financial institutions play in supporting economic development, stability, and global prosperity. Behind the scenes of this complex sector is an ecosystem of regulations, industry best practices, and globally recognised standards that help

The £500 Mistake: How to Verify if ISO Certification is Valid Picture a scene from the “Rolex from the Market” scenario: You’ve just shelled out £500 for a shiny new ISO certificate. You’ve framed it, hung it pride of place in the reception area, and marched into a major tender process feeling chuffed to bits.

UK HSE Statistics Review 2025 The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has released its latest Health and Safety at Work Summary Statistics for Great Britain 2024/25, and the findings highlight both progress and persistent challenges across UK workplaces. At Candy Management Consultants, we support organisations in building safer, compliant, and more resilient work environments. These

ISO Consultancies and Certification Bodies If you’re new to the world of ISO certification, it can be confusing to understand the roles of different organisations. You’ll come across ISO consultants who help you prepare for certification, and certification bodies who assess and certify your management system. While both play an important part in the process,