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The ISO Show

by Blackmores UK · English · Business

Blackmores is a pioneering consultancy firm with a distinctive approach to working with our clients to achieve and sustain high standards in Quality, Risk and Environmental Management. We'll be posting podcasts discussing ISO standards here very soon!

New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 33 min
Latest: 14 Oct 2026
Language: English

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14 Oct 2026 · 29 minNew

#260 What is ISO 9004? Guidance For Quality Management Systems

Putting work into Quality Management doesn't stop once you achieve ISO 9001. Continual Improvement is at the heart of every ISO Standard, but sometimes it's hard to know what good looks like beyond certification. This is where Guidance Standards can lend a hand. ISO 9004 provides guidance for Quality Management Systems, and though its current iteration was published in 2018, its advice is more aligned with the 2026 version of ISO 9001 than the previous 2015 edition. In this episode, Ian Battersby dives into the purpose of ISO 9004, its applicability to the new 2026 version of ISO 9001 and…

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E257 · 8 Oct 2026 · 26 min
#259 AmcoGiffen – The Road Towards ISO 27001 Certification
The need for Information Security has only increased as we become more dependent on technology to keep things running smoothly. Even in industries such as construction, which many may have assumed were largely exempt. While not common, there are a few within the construction space that have taken the initiative to implement best practice information security Standards, such as todays' guest, AmcoGiffen. In this episode, Ian Battersby is joined by James Butler, IT Director at AmcoGiffen, to dive into why they chose to implement ISO 27001, what they learned during the process and the benefits…
E258 · 16 Sep 2026 · 44 min
#258 What is BS 99001? Quality Management For The Built Environment
Many of you will be familiar with ISO 9001, the leading Quality Management Standard, which provides a solid foundation for managing any business. However, for certain industries, ISO 9001 alone is not enough. The built environment is one such sector, as it requires more rigorous controls to keep projects on track, ensuring safety of all involved and processes that enable documented accountability for each and every step until project delivery. BS 99001 was introduced in 2022, not to replace ISO 9001 but rather to add to existing quality management systems for those in the built environment…
E257 · 19 Aug 2026 · 33 min
#257 How to meet legislative and ISO requirements in leasehold properties
Many businesses do not own the property they operate in, this can lead to complex questions over who has ownership over certain property and facility related legal obligations. Managing areas such as waste transfer, electrical, gas and aircon servicing etc could feasibly be managed by both landlords and those leasing the property, and it's important to establish who manages what to ensure all legal requirements are met. In this episode, Ian Battersby discusses the complexities of leasehold compliance, including how to establish key responsibilities, examples of what legal and ISO related…
E256 · 5 Aug 2026 · 45 min
#256 BedX – Supporting Businesses Looking To Tender For Universal Bedfordshire and Beyond
There has been a lot of buzz around the upcoming Universal Project currently in development in Bedfordshire. It's estimated to generate around £50 billion in economic benefit, along with the creation of 20,000 jobs during its construction, and a further 8,000 jobs once it's operational. It's undoubtedly brought a lot of eyes towards the smallest county in the UK, and with it a lot of opportunity for local businesses to get involved with not only the main theme park itself, but the surrounding projects that aim to make Bedford and beyond a thriving tourist destination. For those wondering how…
E255 · 22 Jul 2026 · 20 min
#255 AI Due Diligence - Information Security Checks Before You Integrate AI
AI can be fantastic for relieving a lot of administrative burdens, allowing individuals to focus on more complex tasks that need a human touch. However, many are all too quick to install and integrate, which can lead to crucial vetting processes being skipped. So many applications have also integrated various AI features, and while you may have vetted the software before these were available, those new AI features still need scrutiny before widespread use within the business. In this episode, we dive into why there is a need for a more cautious approach to implementing AI and share some tips…
E254 · 1 Jul 2026 · 26 min
#254 Driving ISO Implementation – Meet the Consultant: Emma Coxhill
The path towards becoming an ISO consultant is often a meandering one. It's not often a career that many aspire to, yet despite that, there are still thousands of ISO professionals worldwide. We're continuing with our mini-series where we introduce members of our team, to explore how they fell into the world of ISO and discuss the common challenges they face while helping clients achieve ISO certification. In this episode we introduce Emma Coxhill, an isologist® at Blackmores, to share their recent journey into the world of ISO consultancy and how they've found their first year working with…
E253 · 24 Jun 2026 · 28 min
#253 Building The Case For Health & Safety Regulations & Standards
Everyone who goes to work should have the right to go home after work. This is a sentiment that wasn't necessarily formally recognised until the 1970's here in the UK. Health & Safety often gets mocked for overly cautious or seemingly onerous tasks to meet certain regulations and Standards today, however these are in place for a reason. They save lives, plain and simple. In this episode, Ian Battersby makes the case for Health & Safety regulations, including why they were introduced, events that sparked the conversation for workplace safety and the impact regulations have had since their…
E252 · 17 Jun 2026 · 33 min
#252 Wavenet's On-going Commitment to Best Practice – Successfully Maintaining Seven ISO Standards
Anyone that has undergone the ambitious task of Implementing an ISO Standard will know how much work goes into creating and maintaining a single ISO certification. Now imagine juggling seven ISO certifications! There's a key difference between those that simply collect badges and those that see the value each ISO certification can bring, as every Standard has their own requirements and guidance to tackle specific areas of quality, risk and sustainability. When implemented well, they create a solid well-rounded framework that can drive unparalleled continual improvement. In this episode Ian…
E251 · 10 Jun 2026 · 34 min
#251 Driving The Demand For GHG Emissions - How Davies Group Tackled Carbon Verification
Watch the video interview here Carbon verification is quickly becoming a necessary step for many businesses, whether due to regulatory compliance, market demand or as part of a voluntary scheme. The drivers for this demand are varied, as is the approach many take for their path towards carbon verification. This can look very different depending on the industry you operate in and can be difficult to tackle for more service based industries, such as today's guest, Davies Group, who are a service provider for the insurance industry. In this episode Mel is joined by Gillie Fairbrother, Global…
E250 · 15 May 2026 · 56 min
#250 Driving ISO Implementation – Meet the Consultant: Steve Mason
How often have you heard someone say they aspire to be an ISO consultant? Likely not at all! That's not surprising as it's quite a niche world to find yourself in, yet despite that, there are still thousands of ISO professionals worldwide. We're continuing with our mini-series where we introduce members of our team, to explore how they fell into the world of ISO and discuss the common challenges they face while helping clients achieve ISO certification. In this episode we introduce Steve Mason, a Principle isologist® at Blackmores, to share the journey of how he went from intern, to ISO…

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Publisher: Blackmores UK
Language: English
Category: Business
New episodes: Every two weeks
Typical length: 33 min
Latest episode: 14 Oct 2026
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