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News Release from: Subcon | Subject: Management systems
Edited by the Manufacturingtalk Editorial
Team on 24 April 2007
Success from quality and environmental
standards
IMSM (Stand F35) specialises in the effective introduction of management systems for small to medium-sized business enterprises, leading to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
"The environment has no borders, so we all need to show that we are acting responsibly for the future of the planet" says IMSM's Michael Bright Since it was founded in the UK in 1994, IMSM (Stand F35) has helped more than 5500 companies worldwide to achieve ISO and other industry specific standards
This article was originally published on Manufacturingtalk on 13 Feb 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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The company specialises in the effective introduction of management systems for small to medium-sized business enterprises, leading to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.
The improvements that these systems make affect every aspect of the organisation - raising standards, improving effectiveness and enhancing business performance.
Effective environmental management is becoming ever more critical to business success.
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Taking environmental responsibilities seriously can contribute to a positive reputation, improved business efficiencies and better financial performance, especially through more effective use of materials and energy.
It is apparent that the combination of business benefits coupled to ever-more stringent legislation, both at home and overseas, is driving plastics businesses to take their environmental responsibilities very seriously - and this is contributing to a more sustainable approach in the commercial world.
A well conceived, Environmental Management System (EMS) can provide an integrated approach to managing environmental performance and meet environmental regulations.
ISO Certification recognises a commitment to environmental standards.
Add to this the benefits of a host of energy and other incidental savings that come as a direct result of a sensible EMS, and ISO certification provides a very persuasive package.
"For large organisations it is, perhaps, easier to adopt environmental standards, like those set out in ISO 14001.
However, most of the businesses we deal with need expertise which provides the benefits at an affordable price, with the minimum of disruption, and within an agreed time period" he continued.
"We are seeing increasing pressure as national legislation is tightened.
For example, minimum recycling targets for packaging waste are being raised, and the recovery target for packaging waste is also under review".
It is just this combination of environmental expertise, ISO knowledge and both UK and overseas experience that can really deliver total environmental control and compliance for smaller companies.
The introduction of a structured approach also contributes to a more efficient business, and IMSM clients have been able to meet stringent environmental standards, as well as improve their bottom line.
As a recent customer noted, "ISO 14001 brings us a distinct competitive advantage.
We are a small business with a vision of continued and sustainable growth.
We want to be viewed by our customers and our own suppliers as different, and as a company that can help deliver service excellence and deliver value". Request a free brochure from Subcon ...
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