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19/06/2026

Christina May has successfully achieved certification for ISO 22716, the international standard for cosmetics, following expert guidance and implementation support from Assent.

https://www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk/christina-may-achieves-iso-22716-certification-with-assents-support/

Christina May has successfully achieved certification for ISO 22716, the international standard for cosmetics, following expert guidance and implementation support from Assent.

18/06/2026

From 19 June 2026, organisations that act as data controllers will be subject to new legal obligations when handling data protection complaints.

The changes are being introduced through the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA), which amends the Data Protection Act 2018 and creates a formal statutory process allowing individuals to raise complaints directly with organisations before escalating concerns to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).

For many organisations, handling data protection complaints is already considered good practice. However, from June 2026, certain aspects of complaint handling become a specific legal requirement.

read the full blog here: https://www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk/new-data-protection/

17/06/2026

🎙️ New Episode Out Now | Exploring Standards

How has ISO consultancy changed over the past 20 years?

In the latest episode of Exploring Standards, Jess is joined by Rob Clements, CEO and Director of Assent Risk Management, to discuss the evolution of ISO consultancy - from the days of paper-based management systems and ring binders to cloud platforms, remote audits, and AI-powered tools.

The conversation explores how organisations have taken greater ownership of their management systems, the rise of outsourced compliance roles, and the opportunities and risks that artificial intelligence presents for the future of ISO consultancy.
Whether you're a consultant, auditor, compliance professional, or simply interested in how the standards industry is evolving, this episode offers valuable insights from someone who has witnessed that transformation first-hand.

🎧 Listen now on your favourite podcast platform and don't forget to subscribe to Exploring Standards for more conversations on standards, compliance, governance, and business improvement.

🔗 https://exploringstandards.podbean.com/e/the-evolution-of-iso-with-robert-clements/

16/06/2026

SOC 2 vs ISO 27001: What SaaS and Tech Companies Need to Know

For SaaS and technology companies, strong security and compliance credentials are increasingly essential for winning business, meeting customer expectations, and building trust. But when time, budget, and resources are limited, choosing the right framework can be challenging.

Join Robert Clements from Assent Risk Management and Rob Hall from TempoAudits for a practical webinar exploring the similarities, differences, and business benefits of SOC 2 and ISO 27001.

We'll discuss:
🔹 Why customers request SOC 2, ISO 27001, or both
🔹 The key differences between the frameworks
🔹 What auditors look for during assessments
🔹 How customer and market requirements influence compliance decisions
🔹 How to prepare for a successful audit or certification
Whether you're a founder, security leader, compliance professional, or technology decision-maker, this session will help you understand which approach best aligns with your business goals.

📅 14th July 2026
⏰ 1:00pm - 1:45pm (BST)
🔗 Register here: https://streamyard.com/watch/dgyyr5uBJYjz

Join Assent Risk Management and TempoAudits for a discussion on two of the most widely recognised information security frameworks: SOC 2 and ISO 27001. For SaaS and technology companies, demonstrating strong security and compliance practices is increasingly becoming a business necessity. But when re...

15/06/2026

ISO 19011:2026, Guidelines for auditing management systems, has been published with some changes that may affect your internal audit programme.

But…if you are an existing client of Assent you shouldn’t see much difference, because we already meet many of the new requirements.

Read full blog here: https://www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk/guidelines-for-auditing/

10/06/2026

What do the changes to ISO 14001:2026 actually mean in practice?

In this clip from Exploring Standards, Kathy Clements discusses two key updates: the increased focus on lifecycle thinking and the new standalone clause for risks and opportunities.
These changes encourage organisations to take a broader view of their environmental impact and a more structured approach to managing risk.

Want to understand all the changes coming in ISO 14001:2026 and what they mean for your organisation?
Listen to the full episode:
https://exploringstandards.podbean.com/e/iso-140012026-%e2%80%93-what-s-changed-and-what-you-need-to-do-now-with-isoqar/

09/06/2026

Is your certification body UKAS-accredited? 🌍

Today is World Accreditation Day, and this year's theme - Innovation, Trust and Sustainability - is a timely reminder that trust starts with choosing the right certification body.

Anyone can set up as a 'certification body' in the UK. Without UKAS accreditation, your ISO certificate may not be recognised for tendering, contracts, or international trade.

UKAS is the UK's government-appointed body that checks the checkers - and at Assent, we make sure our clients are working with the right one from day one.

👉 Get in touch to find out how we can help: www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk

05/06/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Kaidee for reclaiming her trophy and earning the title of May's Focus Forum Champ!

04/06/2026

Rapid Assembly strengthened both its environmental and aerospace quality management systems with support from Assent, achieving ISO 14001 first and then AS9100D certification.

Read the full story here: https://www.assentriskmanagement.co.uk/rapid-assembly/

Rapid Assembly strengthened both its environmental and aerospace quality management systems with support from Assent, achieving ISO 14001 first and then AS9100D certification.

03/06/2026

🎙️ Exploring Standards | ISO 14001:2026 Webinar Recording Now Available

This episode of Exploring Standards features a recorded webinar hosted by Assent Risk Management in partnership with ISOQAR, focusing on the upcoming changes to ISO 14001:2026 and what organisations need to know to prepare.

The session brings together both consultancy and certification perspectives, with Robert Clements from Assent Risk Management and Natalie Walker from ISOQAR, to cut through speculation and focus on what is actually changing within the standard, what it means in practice, and how organisations can prepare for a smooth transition.

The discussion covers the key updates expected in ISO 14001:2026, how currently certified organisations can begin preparing now, and what those considering certification should be thinking about before implementation. It also explores how certification bodies are likely to manage the transition and what organisations can expect over the coming years.

Recorded during a live webinar with audience questions, this episode offers real insight into the future of environmental management and ISO 14001 certification.

Watch the full episode here
https://exploringstandards.podbean.com/e/iso-140012026-%e2%80%93-what-s-changed-and-what-you-need-to-do-now-with-isoqar/