Standards Insights
Agency Legislation: What Is It and Does It Apply to You?
We look into the complex realm of Agency Legislation – read our insights to grasp its impact on your business.
MoD Cyber Essentials requirements guide
Want to win MoD contracts? Learn about Cyber Essentials requirements and how to get certified.
The ECO4 Scheme Is Coming – What Does It Mean for Installers?
The ECO4 scheme is coming, being the latest in government funding initiatives to make UK homes more energy efficient.
How supply chains became the next big cyber-risk
Learn how supply chains became key cyber targets, revealing risks and driving stronger defences.
You Are What You Eat: The Link Between Nutrition And Profit
When was nutrition last brought up in board meeting? And yet, health is the key to productivity, and therefore profit. We
HSBC suffers cyber attack
HSBC, a global banking leader, is the latest victim of a high-profile cyber attack.
SSIP Guide – What It Is and How It Can Benefit Your Business
Safety Systems in Procurement (SSIP) is a widely recognised UKAS accredited standard – read our guide to find out more.
Why your business needs Cyber Essentials
Read this clear guide to Cyber Essentials to understand everything about the scheme.
Inside PAS 2030 Benefits: The Hidden Ally in the UK’s Race for Skilled Retrofit Workers
Position your business for success with PAS 2030 certification in the UK’s low-carbon future.
How to develop a cyber security policy
Creating a strong cyber policy requires planning and teamwork. Key steps to protect assets and manage threats.
How To Conduct Risk Assessments for Lone Workers
Risk assessments can help protect lone workers from injury, but how are they conducted, and are they enough?
How the Minimum Cyber Security Standard affects tender bids
What is the new Minimum Cyber Security Standard, and how does it affect your tender documents?
What Is a Corrective Action Plan and When Are They Required?
In any business measures need to be taken to prevent mistakes from happening. A corrective action plan can be helpful.
The 10 biggest cyberattacks of 2021
Major attacks like SolarWinds and Colonial Pipeline reveal infrastructure flaws and prompt global calls for stronger cyber security.
What Is COP 119 and What Is Involved in Achieving Certification?
COP 119 is a code of practice developed for the labour supply chain in the UK security industry and aims to
SME cyber security: The impact of AI and trends to watch in 2024
How SMEs use AI to boost cyber resilience in 2024. Uncover key trends and strategies.
5 Ways Businesses Can Provide Menopause Support for Staff
As the UK Government announces a scheme to reduce the cost of Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT), we explore ways business owners
Top 6 cyber-security measures for small businesses
Read the top 6 cyber security measures small businesses should take in order to protect their business data from cyber criminals.
24 Million Homes – the Potential Business Opportunity for Retrofitters
There is a significant demand for tradespeople who can carry out energy efficiency works (also known as Retrofit) to homes.
Cyber Essentials certification – a guide to the 2022 update
Cyber Essentials is changing. Learn about the Cyber Essentials 2022 Evendine update and how it affects your organisation.
Occupational Health & Safety Management Systems: 10 benefits
Discover the 10 invaluable benefits of integrating an Occupational Health and Safety Management System. From enhanced employee well-being to legal compliance.
Cyber Essentials guide
Sign up to download your Cyber Essentials guide and get answers to your certification questions.
Everything You Need To Know About IOSH Risk Assessment Training
A complete guide to IOSH Risk Assessment Training including modules, duration, learning methods and why IOSH Risk Assessment Training is
Cyber security threats – preparing for the worst in 2021
Stay ahead of 2021 cyber threats with our latest trends, tips, and strategies.
PAS 2030 – What is the Great British Insulation Scheme?
Learn the connection between the Great British Insulation Scheme and PAS 2030, highlighting how this collaboration contributes to energy-efficient practices.
How to talk to boards about cyber security investment
To secure board support, highlight cyber risks, potential impacts, and the need for proactive protection.
How to Support the Positive Mental Health of Remote Workers
This article will help you, your managers and your business support positive mental health in your remote workers.
When to Report a Data Breach to the ICO:
A Practical Guide for UK SMEs
Learn when to report UK GDPR breaches and how SMEs can prepare, respond, and stay compliant.
CDM Regulations Made Simple – 11 FAQs Answered
This guide answers 11 frequently asked questions to help you understand the CDM regulations as well as advice on how to
How will Brexit affect your business’ cyber security?
How Brexit affects your business’s cyber security and GDPR compliance and how to stay prepared.
Small Scale Renewables Certification Body: MCS Appoints BAB
MCS has appointed the British Assessment Bureau (BAB) as a certification body for the installation of small-scale renewables.
The top retail cyber security threats and how to address them
Explore retail cyber threats and strategies to protect against breaches and fraud.
12 Ways to Reduce Workplace Injuries in Healthcare
This article will help you reduce accidents and injuries in your healthcare or medical workplace.
What Is the Purpose of Safety Schemes in Procurement (SSIP)?
For those in the construction sector, demonstrating appropriate levels of health and safety management is practical, professional and mandatory.
Workplace Fire Safety FAQ
In any workplace, the safety and well-being of its inhabitants stand paramount, and fire safety holds a pivotal place within that
Emotet taken down – business cyber security and the future
With Emotet gone, businesses can relax - but staying vigilant against evolving cyber threats is still vital.
What is MCS? – Your Complete Guide to MCS Certification
Discover all you need to know about MCS certification. Our guide covers its benefits, requirements and how to start your journey.
What is Cyber Essentials and how does it compare vs ISO 27001?
Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed scheme managed and maintained by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
Managing Health and Safety in the Construction Industry
Managing health and safety in construction should be one of top management’s key priorities. Discover how an ISO 45001 certification can
PAS 2030 Update – ECO Funding for Installers
Discover the latest updates on PAS 2030 and how it impacts eco-funding opportunities for installers.
How Technology Is Reshaping Risk Assessment
Discover how risk assessment has changed from a traditional, often manual process to include intricate, technology-driven systems.
Top 8 cybersecurity risks for business
Discover the top 8 cyber risks to your business and how to effectively protect your digital assets.
Important Changes to the PAS 2030 Standard
In September 2023, the British Standards Institution (BSI) introduced PAS 2030:2023, superseding the previous PAS 2030:2019+A1:2022 certification.
Is artificial intelligence good news for cyber security?
Cyber security and AI: Many unknowns remain, even for experts. Learn more today.
Who is Responsible for Health and Safety in the Workplace?
If you think that health and safety is someone else’s job, think again. Find out why health and safety needs everyone’s
How To Achieve PAS 2030 Certification
Becoming PAS 2030 and Trustmark accredited opens up significant revenue streams for installers, including government grant funding.
Remote Work and the Expansion of Risk
COVID 19 changed office based work forever. The rise of remote working and new ways of working with benefits, but also
How the healthcare industry can fight cybercrime
How healthcare fights cyber threats using encryption, training, and risk assessments to protect patient data.
What is Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) and How Can It Help Your Business?
The MCS is a crucial component for companies that install renewable energy products for consumers, demonstrating quality and reliability.
What is Cyber Essentials and why is it important to your business?
Cyber attacks are growing in frequency and complexity, posing serious threats and financial losses to UK businesses across industries.
Final Draft of ISO 45001 Rejected
The development of the ISO 45001 standard hasn't been straightforward. Find out what happens next, now the final draft has been
What the 2021 Autumn Budget Means for ‘Green’ Installers
Find out how the 2021 Autumn Budget impact green installers and the renewable energy industry.
What Is an Occupational Health and Safety Management System?
A health and safety management system is a set of policies, procedures and plans that manage health and safety at work.
Cyber security checklist for SMEs
Key steps for SMEs to strengthen cyber defences, from strong passwords to staff training.
ACS: The Seven Criteria and Assessment Process
The Approved Contractor Scheme standard consists of seven criteria, underneath each of which sits a number of indicators of good practice.
The five top cyber security trends of 2023
If Zero Trust was big in 2022, what cyber trends matter now? Explore key issues facing security pros today.
ISO 45001 Draft is Approved
ISO 45001, replacement to the existing OHSAS 18001 occupational health & safety management standard, has been approved as a Draft International
What ventilation requirements mean for installers
PAS2035 and PAS2030 have introduced mandatory ventilation assessments and upgrades – find out more on theses recent changes.
Explore our free Cyber Essentials Plus checklist
Cyber Essentials Plus: A checklist to help businesses meet certification requirements.
PAS 2030 Buyers Guide
Download your PAS 2030 Buyer's Guide. Learn more about PAS 2030, its benefits and how to become certified.
How the CISO became the most important job in cyber security
CISOs are rising in prominence, marking a key trend in today’s cyber security landscape.
What Is a Legal Register and Does My Business Need One?
Learn about what a legal register is, why your business needs one and the role it plays in meeting ISO standards.
