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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

Retail Cybersecurity Threats

The Top Retail
Cyber Security Threats and How to Address Them

Explore retail cyber threats and strategies to protect against breaches and fraud.
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Downloadable Backup Policy Template For UK Businesses

Safeguard your UK business data and support operational continuity.
How to talk to the board about cybersecurity investment

Boards and Cyber Security – How to Talk About Investment

To secure board support, highlight cyber risks, potential impacts, and the need for proactive protection.
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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.
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What Is Sustainable Resource Management and How Can Organisations Support It?

As more organisations are beginning to focus on their environmental impact, it’s important to check environmental standards and laws are met.
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What Is an Integrated Management System (IMS)? A Complete Guide

This comprehensive article explores the benefits and implementation of an Integrated Management System (IMS).
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Cyber Essentials vs ISO 27001 – What Are The Differences?

Cyber Essentials is a UK Government-backed scheme managed and maintained by the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC).
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The Importance of Supply Chain Management – A Supply Chain Guide

Discover how you can strengthen your supply chain management and improve operations with our supply chain guide.
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Factors That Help Businesses To Win Public Sector Tenders

Explore key factors that influence success in UK public sector tenders, including realistic bids, quality systems, partnerships and ISO certification.

How British Assessment Bureau Achieved UKAS Accreditation for
ISO 14001

UKAS have completed the necessary work to ensure we deliver. The final step is to ensure our auditors are following suit.
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Have Your Business Processes Evolved to Stay Ahead of Today’s Risks?

Explore how UK businesses are adapting core processes to manage today’s risks, including compliance, cyber security and operational resilience.
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How ISO Certification Can Help with External Business Factors

Combat external factors affecting business with ISO certification. Learn how ISO standards and systems can help keep an organisation resilient and