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Julian Russell

Julian Russell

Chief Product Officer

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Education

University of Cambridge

Expertise

Lead Auditor

Julian Russell

Biography

Julian Russell is Chief Product Officer at Amtivo, based in the UK. Drawing on a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering from the University of Cambridge and his qualifications as a Lead Auditor in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 45001, and ISO 50001, Julian brings deep technical expertise and a customer-focused approach to product innovation. 

He has worked in the ISO certification industry since 2009, building on senior leadership experience in the chemicals, food, and plastics sectors from 1994 to 2008. Julian joined Amtivo in 2019 when the businesses he co-owned - Equas and MyActiv - became part of Amtivo group. Until 2024, he led the company’s product development and compliance functions. Today, his focus is on creating services that complement and extend Amtivo’s core ISO certification offering, helping customers achieve their goals with confidence. 

Outside of work, Julian is a keen sailor, a passion he discovered in 2020. He enjoys pushing the boundaries of where and with whom he sails, travelling widely. He also enjoys exploring the commercial potential of emerging technologies - an adventurous mindset that mirrors his innovative approach at Amtivo. 

A list of articles written by Julian

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Quality Policy Template

Improve your organisation’s approach to quality management with our free Quality Policy Template. Help to improve your businesses efficiency and consistency.
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PSA Requirements

The updates for PSA 80 and PSA 94 Certification and what is covered.
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Mobile Device Policy Template

Download a free Mobile Device Policy template and learn what the policy can cover, why it is matter for businesses.
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How To Build an ISO Management System

Learn how to build an ISO-compliant management system with this video.
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How To Achieve ISO Certification

Discover how Amtivo guides organisations through the certification journey with this video.
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The Three-Year ISO Certification Cycle

Understand the ISO certification cycle with Amtivo. Learn about stage one, stage two, surveillance, and recertification audits for ongoing compliance.
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How ISO 14001 and
ISO 50001 Could Help Construction Firms Cut Carbon in Ireland

Discover how ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 support sustainable construction in Ireland.
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The Real Cost of Outdated Pandemic Workarounds in 2025

Outdated post-pandemic processes increase compliance risk. ISO management systems help regain control.
ISO 27001 News and Updates

ISO 27001 Updates, News, and Revisions

Track ISO 27001 revisions and updates. Stay informed about the latest ISO 27001 news.
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What Is Annex SL and Why Is It Important for ISO Standards?

Annex SL is a framework that was introduced in 2015 to provide a high-level structure for management systems.
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Implementing Multiple Standards and Reducing Audit Costs

Discover how integrating multiple standards can benefit your organisation. Reduce the cost of ISO certification by achieving various standards.
ISO 14001 News and Updates

ISO 14001:2026 Revision – What You Need To Know

ISO 14001, the globally recognised standard for environmental management systems, is currently undergoing a formal revision to ISO 14001:2026.