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Taking Action for a Brighter Tomorrow: World Day Against Child Labour

Have you ever wondered how many children in the world’s poorest countries are involved in child labour? According to UNICEF in 2023, slightly more than one in five children in the world’s poorest countries are engaged in child labour. As we proudly support World Day Against Child Labour, International Associates is committed to ending this challenging issue through our rigorous audits and strict adherence to global standards. Let’s protect our children’s rights and futures. Join us in advocating for the rights and protection of every child. Together, we can end child labour.

#InternationalAssociates #Children #Protection #ChildrenRights #Future #SaveTheChildren #Management #HR #Employment #Recruitment #Hiring #Awareness #RaiseAwareness #Audit #Compliance

Author: m-coles

Published Date: June 13, 2024

Happy World Accreditation Day 2024!

Today, we celebrate hashtag#WAD2024, a day dedicated to understanding and appreciating the role of accreditation in empowering tomorrow and shaping our future. At International Associates, we stand united with organisations globally in acknowledging the pivotal role of accreditation in bolstering safety, quality, and trust across various sectors. With our expertise in auditing, certification, and verification, we grasp the profound impact of stringent standards and the assurance they offer in both everyday life and international trade.

On this World Accreditation Day, we reaffirm our dedication to excellence and continual enhancement. Accreditation enables us to ensure that businesses not only meet but surpass the standards essential for safeguarding health, the environment, and economic development. We take pride in our contribution to a framework that cultivates public trust and serves as a pathway to a safer world. Here’s to upholding the utmost standards and fostering a brighter, more secure future for everyone!

Let’s commit to excellence and reliability. Let’s make the future more secure and sustainable together!

#InternationalAssociates #WAD2024 #Sustainability #Accreditation #Future #ShapingTheFuture #QualityAssurance #Business #International #Standards

Author: m-coles

Published Date: June 10, 2024

Road to World Accreditation Day!

As World Accreditation Day approaches, we at International Associates are excited to delve deep into the world of accreditation and its pivotal role in elevating industry standards. Join us to discover the key elements that make accreditation instrumental in improving quality, safety, and compliance across diverse sectors. This special coverage will highlight how accreditation significantly helps businesses achieve their highest operational standards.

📑 What’s Inside:

Latest Brochure: Discover how accreditation impacts businesses, healthcare, and the environment with real-world success stories and data.

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Joint Statement: Leaders in accreditation unite to speak on this year’s theme, highlighting global efforts and collaborations.

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Video: Watch this insightful video by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC): https://lnkd.in/et8rajkX

Mark your calendars for 9th June as we celebrate World Accreditation Day! Let’s champion the importance of accredited services and their impact on our global economy!

#InternationalAssociates #WAD2024 #Sustainability #Accreditation #Future #ShapingTheFuture #QualityAssurance #Business #International #Standards #Growth #Future #Audit #Certification #Innovation #Transformation

Author: m-coles

Published Date: June 7, 2024

Global Operations, Local Commitment!

At International Associates, we are excited to amplify our global operations with a keen focus on local excellence, particularly in China. We are dedicated to providing specialised services such as SMETA, SLCP, FEM, and ESEP, ensuring tailored and effective solutions that uphold the highest standards in China. This year, we are enhancing our capabilities in China by strengthening our team, pursuing WRAP China’s regional qualifications, as well as other exciting projects designed to maximise our local impact. Reach out to f.yinn@cn.ia-net.com to discover how our blend of global expertise and local knowledge drive business growth!

#InternationalAssociates #China #Audit #Certification #QualityAssurance #Compliance #Business #Growth #Future #ContinuousImprovement

Author: m-coles

Published Date: June 5, 2024

International Associates in Pakistan is now proudly approved to conduct the Social & Labor Convergence Program scheme! 🌟

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐚 𝐠𝐚𝐦𝐞-𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐛𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬?

🔍 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: Gain a clear, unified view of your social and labour practices.

🌟 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Strengthen your reputation with internationally recognised audits.

📈 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Identify areas for enhancement and ensure continuous progress.

💡 𝐒𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞: Streamline your compliance with global standards, saving time and resources.

𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐔𝐬?

𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐂𝐚𝐧 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐬𝐭: Backed by our experienced team and global standards.

𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Customised to meet your specific needs and challenges.

𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: Dedicated to helping you achieve and maintain top-tier ethical practices.

𝐖𝐞’𝐯𝐞 𝐠𝐨𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝! Our SLCP approval means we can now offer you top-tier, reliable assessments that bring clarity and confidence to your operations.

Ready to elevate your social responsibility game? Contact us at enquiry@ia-uk.com today to learn how we can help!

#InternationalAssociates #Pakistan #SLCP #Audit #Social #Compliance #Business #Growth #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #Sustainability

Author: m-coles

Published Date: June 3, 2024

Since MDR came into force, a lot has changed in Europe, especially in regulating previously overlooked areas. For example, Advertising for medical devices must now accurately reflect their intended use as stated in the Technical Documentation. Article 7 of MDR prohibits misleading advertising and off-label promotion, emphasizing the need for accurate and truthful communication across all platforms.

We have seen many cases of people just ignoring this clause.

Manufacturers, how are you ensuring your distributors and importers comply with these stringent requirements? How do you monitor their adherence to the regulation, especially regarding accurate advertising and the prohibition of off-label promotion? Are there specific systems or audits in place to ensure compliance? How do you handle non-compliance when it occurs?

Interested to know your thoughts on this.

Author: m-coles

Published Date: May 27, 2024