FSC (FOREST STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL)

Requirements of FSC CoC

• Improved market access in an increasingly environmentally aware sector.
• Demonstrate that you take the environmental concerns of your customers seriously.
• Compliance with public or private procurement policies and specifications such as the EU Ecolabel scheme for furniture, or the U.S. Green Building Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system.

1. Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System
2. Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels
3. Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems
4. Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation
5. Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body
6. Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training
7. Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body
8. Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your certification body

          

MALAYSIAN BRAND

MALAYSIAN BRAND Bringing Malaysian Brands to Global Markets

SME Corporation Malaysia, in collaboration with SIRIM QAS International Sdn. Bhd. has developed the National Mark of MALAYSIAN BRAND certification programme. It promotes the development of Malaysian brands to meet international quality standards. The certification programme is an effort to assist Malaysian brands to increase their market reach and compete on a global platform.

Participating organisations fulfilling the required criteria can display the National Mark of MALAYSIAN BRAND on their product packaging and marketing collaterals. Thus, indicating that their products meet the benchmark of the certification. The National Mark of MALAYSIAN BRANDS represents the highest standards of Quality, Excellence and Distinction. 

Through this association, more local brands stand a chance to build brand equity and dispel notions of being inferior quality. The Malaysian Government endorses the certification programme through SME Corporation Malaysia and its partners. 

For organisations to acquire the rights of displaying the Mark, they must submit to a series of evaluations and audits. The process will evaluate the organisation’s adherence to strict quality standards and criteria. Through this effort, the Malaysian Government hopes to help Malaysian brands to grow, penetrate and compete on a global platform.

Through this effort, the Malaysian Government hopes to help Malaysian brands to grow, penetrate new markets and compete globally. Award recipients will also receive other benefits, including trade promotional activities and assistance in terms of expertise. There are several prerequisites for the application of the certification under the  National Mark of MALAYSIAN BRAND scheme. The requirements may differ according to the company and the nature of business. 

Benefits of the National Mark of Malaysian Brand

• Obtain incentives from the SME Corp. Malaysia for qualifying SMEs only.
• Gain access to ongoing local and international trade promotion activities as well as advertising and promotion activities by MATRADE.
• Enjoy special access passes to MICCI-SME Corp. Malaysia mentoring programmes.
• Obtain invitations to specific training opportunities organised by the SME Corporation Malaysia and its partners.
• Receive exclusive media coverage.

How Can ELITE Help?

We provide specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist client in developing the National Mark of MALAYSIAN BRAND documentation from the initial concept to establishment and successful in obtaining the National Mark of MALAYSIAN BRAND status.




 

TAPA (TRANSPORTED ASSET PROTECTION ASSOCIATION)

These unique, minimum security requirements have been created by the industry, for the industry and are revised every three years in consultation with TAPA’s members and approved Independent Audit Bodies (IABs) to ensure they are fit-for-purpose to address all current and emerging supply chain security risks, and to identify improvements which optimise the Standards’ effectiveness and efficiency for global supply chains.

TAPA offers 3 industry standards:

• FSR – Facility Security Requirements
• TSR – Trucking Security Requirements
• PSR – Parking Security Requirements

TAPA’s Standards’ programme offers three levels of certification by the Association’s approved Independent Audit Bodies as well as a Self-Certification option. Non-member companies may also achieve certification after completing the appropriate TAPA training course.

TAPA’s Security Standards act as a worldwide benchmark for supply chain security and resilience, providing guidance, processes and tools which reduce loss exposure, protect assets, help to keep staff safe, and save costs. This is achieved by introducing and maintaining common standards for supply chain security measures.

Users of the Standards are certified by many Independent Audit Bodies which ensures certifications are meaningful and can be trusted. Support for organisations using the TAPA Standards comes from within the supply chain industry, by Government agencies and the insurance industry. 

Benefits of SEDEX

• Establishment of an effective physical security system to reduce the loss of high-value assets
• Monetary savings of insurance fees because of reduced losses and effective risk assessment
• Inventory security to maintain your competitive advantages of ‘just-in-time deliveries
• TAPA professional assistance through the global incident reporting centre, monthly publications and bulletins for TAPA members
• Easy integration of TAPA FSR principles within other management systems: TAPA FSR audits may be combined with other audits which result in certification cost and time savings
• Greater personal security for personnel, increased physical security of materials, reduced risk of loss related incidents, recognition of security-minded professionals

How Can ELITE Help?

We provide TAPA training and consultancy services. We offer specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist client in developing management systems from the initial concept to establishment and successful implementation of the management systems.

We use the following consultation approach to assist you in achieving certification:

1. Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System
2. Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels
3. Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems
4. Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation
5. Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body
6. Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training
7. Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your approved Independent Audit Bodies (IABs)
8. Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your approved Independent Audit Bodies (IABs)

         

 

ISO 28000:2022 SUPPLY CHAIN SECURITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

What is ISO 28000?

ISO 28000 is an international standard which addresses the requirements of a Security Management Systems (SMS) for the supply chain. It specifies the aspects to help the organization to assess security threats and to manage them as they arise in their supply chain security management is related to other aspects of business management.  With ISO 28000, organizations can determine if appropriate security measures are in place and can protect their properties from various threats.

ISO 28000:2022 is a management system standard which has been developed specifically for logistics companies and organisations that manage supply chain operations. Published as a Publicly Available Specification by the International Standards Organisation in 2005, this was replaced in 2022 by the full standard, ISO 28000:2022.

ISO 28000:2022 is a management system specification for the protection of people, property, information and infrastructure; in companies and organisations participating in local, national and international supply chain operations.

ISO 28000:2022 is suitable for all sizes and types of organisations that are involved in the production of goods, manufacturing, services, storage or transportation at any stage of the products development or movement in the supply chain.

Supply chain security is an essential requirement for companies involved in the international supply chain, especially those having to comply with stronger security demands from Customs and/or their business partners.

For organisations working within, or relying on, the logistics industry, certification to the ISO 28000:2022 supply chain management standard provides a valuable framework. It will help minimise the risk of security incidents and so help provide problem-free 'just in time' delivery of goods and supplies.

Why is Supply Chain Security Management Systems important for you?

An ISO 28000 certification demonstrates that you are an asset to your organization and that you are a trustworthy expert. It enables you to help the organization in establishing a Security Management Systems (SMS) that ensures the sufficient management and control of security and threats, coming from logistical operations and supply chain partners. With an ISO 28000 certification, you will gain visibility in the market and you will help your organization to improve their profitability and quality.

Benefits of ISO 28000 Supply Chain Security Management Systems

An ISO 28000 certificate brings you many benefits:

• Global recognition

• Competitive advantage in the market

• Enhanced reliability

• Enhanced customer satisfaction

• Opportunity to gain new businesses

• The ability to control and manage threats within an organization

Requirements of ISO 28000

ISO 28000:2022 is a risk-based standard, similar to other management systems, integrating the management system process-based approach of Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) and the requirement for continual improvement.
 

Integrate ISO 28000 with other management systems standards

ISO 28000 is designed to be compatible with other management systems standards and specifications, such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 22000, ISO 17025, ISO 27001, and other ISO standards. They can be integrated seamlessly through integrated management systems approach. They share many principles so choosing an integrated management system can offer excellent value for money and an easier approach to implement, manage and improve multiple standards simultaneously.

How Can ELITE Help?

We provide ISO 28000 standard training and consultancy services. We offer specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist client in developing management systems from the initial concept to establishment and successful implementation of the management systems.

We use the following consultation approach to assist you in achieving certification:

1. Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System

2. Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels

3. Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems

4. Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation

5. Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body

6. Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training

7. Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body

8. Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your certification body
    

     

   
    

BSCI (BUSINESS SOCIAL COMPLIANCE INITIATIVE)

AMFORI BSCI

• Engaging with their business partners and monitoring their social performance
• Becoming empowered and receiving support

Benefits of AMFORI BSCI

• Improve the social performance of their supply chain
• Reduce cost and increase efficiency
• Have a clear and consistent approach that highlights best practices
• Improve the resilience of their business to industry and market changes
• Improve their businesses' reputation by meeting the expectations of your customers and stakeholders

EVALUATION SCHEME STRUCTURE

• Social management system and cascade effect
• Workers involvement and protection
• The rights of freedom of association and collective bargaining
• No discrimination
• Fair remuneration
• Decent working hours
• Occupational health and safety (OHS)
• No child labor
• Special protection for young workers
• No precarious employment
• No bonded labor
• Protection of the environment
• Ethical business behavior

How Can ELITE Help?

1. Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management System
2. Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels
3. Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems
4. Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation
5. Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body
6. Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training
7. Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management system prior to final audit by your certification body
8. Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your certification body

ISO 22716:2007 GMP FOR COSMETICS