The number of management system standards has grown from a mere handful in the 1990s to over 40 today, and there have been a number of initiatives by ISO and the IEC to harmonize them. This resulted in the development of a common “High-level Structure” for all ISO management system…

The EU Medical Device Regulation 2017/745 came into force on May 25, 2017, and it will replace the two directives, 93/42/EEC (Medical Devices Directive) and 90/385 (Active Implantable Medical Devices Directive), on May 26, 2020. One of the changes introduced by the new regulation is a requirement that manufacturers implement…

The CQI International Quality Awards recognize excellence within the quality profession. The winners of this second edition (2018) perform tasks in various industries and help improve the reputation of organizations all across the world. Nigel Croft, a member of APCER Brazil's council, was awarded the honorary prize for being "one…

APCER participated in the 2nd edition of the Climate Change Leadership Conference, an event dedicated to climate change, which had very relevant speeches that led to deep consideration about the true impact of climate change and possible solutions for it. The highlight of this event was a speech by Al…

The FSSC 22000 V4.1 standard is undergoing a revision, and version 5 is expected to be published in May 2019. This revision is due to the publication of ISO 22000:2018, the inclusion of decisions from the Board of Stakeholders, compliance with GFSI requirements, and ongoing improvements to this certification scheme.…

APCER obtained accreditation from ENAC - National Accreditation Body for certification according to ISO 55001:2014 - Asset Management Systems, which aims to promote ongoing improvement and continuous value creation by managing the cost, performance and risk associated with assets.   By implementing an asset management system, organisations establish asset management…

Do you know where the products/services that you buy come from? Who makes them? Where they’re made? How they’re made? Supply chains are becoming increasingly extensive and complex, and as a result, the need for controls are increasing. Consumer needs and requirements are also increasing and the consumer now wants…