Time is running out. In exactly four days, on October 31st, 2025, all ISO 27001:2013 certifications will officially expire. If your organization hasn't completed its transition to ISO 27001:2022, you're facing the very real possibility of losing your certification entirely. According to the International Organization for Standardization, organizations worldwide have had three years to make this transition since the 2022 standard was published. Yet here we are, in the final co

TGIF, everyone! What a wonderfully weird week it's been around the globe. While we've all been grinding away at our desks, the world has been serving up some absolute comedy gold that's guaranteed to put a smile on your face and maybe make you question whether reality is actually just one giant sitcom. From sneaky slugs to jet-setting geckos, this week's news cycle has been nothing short of spectacular. So grab your Friday afternoon coffee, lean back in that chair, and let's

Picture this: You've decided to take the plunge with ISO certification. You're excited about the credibility it'll bring, the improved processes, maybe even those juicy government contracts that require it. But six months in, your team is drowning in paperwork, morale is tanking, and you're wondering if this whole ISO thing was just an expensive mistake. Sound familiar? You're not alone. Studies show that a significant number of small business ISO projects stumble or fail ent

Picture this: You're running a growing small business, juggling quality control issues, worrying about cyber threats, and now everyone's talking about AI governance. Sound familiar? You're not alone, and here's the good news: there's a proven way to tackle all three challenges at once. What if I told you that combining ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and ISO 42001 could transform your business from stressed and scattered to streamlined and secure? These aren't just fancy certificates to

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the thought of taking your business digital? You're not alone. Digital transformation has become the buzzword every small business owner hears, but here's the reality: "approximately 70% of digital transformation projects fail to meet their objectives, according to McKinsey" 1 and "about 70% of digital transformation projects globally fail to deliver positive results" 2 . To put it another way, "only 48% of digital initiatives across enterprise

Are you running a small business or start-up and feeling overwhelmed by the rapidly changing business landscape? Worried about staying competitive while managing quality, security, and the growing influence of AI in your operations? You're not alone! The good news is that there's a powerful combination of standards that can transform these challenges into your greatest competitive advantages. Enter the winning trio: ISO 9001, ISO 27001, and ISO 42001. These three internationa

We're absolutely buzzing to share some fantastic news with you! Expertise Ltd has just achieved ISO 9001 Lead Auditor certification, and we couldn't be more excited about what this means for our business and, more importantly, for you as our clients. If you're wondering what all the fuss is about, don't worry – we're going to break it down for you in plain English. No corporate jargon, no confusing technical speak, just the real story of why this achievement is genuinely bril

Picture this: you're running a successful recruitment consultancy, but your documentation is scattered across years of accumulated files, policies written at different times don't align, and you know deep down that achieving ISO 9001 certification seems like an impossible mountain to climb. Sound familiar? You're not alone. This is exactly where one of our UK-based recruitment consultancy clients found themselves when they first approached Expertise Ltd. What happened next is

Are you staring at ISO certification requirements wondering whether to tackle them yourself or bring in professional help? You're not alone. Every year, thousands of business owners face this exact dilemma, and the decision you make could save or cost your company tens of thousands of pounds. The truth is, the upfront price tag tells only half the story. While DIY ISO preparation might seem like the budget-friendly option at £3,000 [6], and hiring consultants appears expensiv

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Are you feeling overwhelmed by whispers of ISO 9001 changes coming your way? Wondering if your small business can handle another set of compliance updates without breaking the bank or your sanity? Take a deep breath – you're in exactly the right place to get clarity on what's actually happening with ISO 9001. Let's clear up some confusion right away: while discussions about ISO 9001 modernization have been ongoing throughout 2025, the concrete changes are actually coming in I

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