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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

From M&S to SMEs: The Rise In Cyber Attacks

From M&S to SMEs: The Rise In Cyber Attacks

Cyber attacks are rising for SMEs. Learn how ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials and ISO 22301 help protect data and ensure continuity.
Why is supply chain security important?

Why Is Supply Chain Security Important?

The 2020 SolarWinds cyberattack could mark the moment businesses confront the scale of challenge they face in securing their supply chains.
What is zero trust and how should business owners implement it

What Is Zero Trust and How Should Business Owners Implement It?

Zero Trust is an increasingly popular concept within cyber security and it’s one that business owners should be paying careful attention
ISO 9001 continues to be a proven business win

ISO 9001:2015 Achieved!

We've been named as one of the 1st CB's to be granted accreditation for the latest ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Standard.
Data Reform Bill GDPR Update

Replacement to GDPR Announced

The UK government has announced its plan to eradicate the EU-based GDPR rules and replace them with a UK version.

Understanding “Shadow Compliance” and Supply Chain Security

Get quality valuable resources to enhance knowledge of our ISO certification and auditing services. Obtain expert help from British Assessment Bureau.
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The Three-Year ISO Certification Cycle

Businesses must be audited on a continuous basis to ensure they're still meeting the requirements of their chosen standard.
What is Information Security

What Is Information Security?

Information security should be a priority for organisations. Learn what you need to manage it and how ISO 27001 can help.
Internet of Things (IoT) Regulation

The UK Edges Closer to New UK Regulations on IoT Security

Keep up to date on information security management systems, in particular the Internet of Things (IoT).
National Tree week

The Importance of Business Sustainability And Environmental Thinking

It’s time for businesses to invest in the environment. Find out more about how public environmental thinking affects your business.
Cybersecurity

Reduce Phishing Attacks Within Your Organisation: 7 Top Tips

Phishing poses a significant threat to your business because it relies on simple human error. Guard against this type of attack.
Remote Auditing Guide

Remote Audits for ISO Assessments

Wondering how you can achieve ISO without on-site assessments? Remote auditing can help you do that.