Intertek Brings Global Developments in Auditing and Certification Industry to India

07 Oct 2010

A discussion forum was organized to highlight key developments in the Auditing and Certification Industry  

Intertek, a leading global provider of quality and safety solutions, organized an open discussion forum in Mumbai. Keeping in mind the rising need of certified management systems globally, this event acted as a platform to spread latest information and global developments in auditing and certification industry. The event witnessed participation from 75 delegates representing 50 companies.

Experts from Intertek’s Systems Certification group covered key industry issues such as the need to establish requisite systems and processes to improve efficiency, ways and means to strengthen supply chain of a company, and the role that Intertek can play to provide a competitive edge to companies.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Calin Moldovean, President of Intertek's Systems Certification group, said “A management system is more than a manual or a certificate. It is a valuable tool that can help gain full visibility into an organization's processes, resources, and goals. With the right information at your fingertips, you can make measurable improvements based on factual decision-making.”

Building on Intertek’s rich heritage of over 100 years of independent testing and certification services, its Systems Certification division offers third party auditing services to various companies across the globe. Beyond just certification, the company provides tools one may require to evaluate and improve business, by conducting process-based audits, focusing on minimizing business risk and maximizing efficiency.

“Intertek is equipped to sharpen ones’ competitive edge by sharing best practices and new industry requirements, assessing performance against pre-set objectives.” said Mr. Prodipto Basu Roy, General Manager, Systems Certification, Intertek India.

Traditionally, most of the organizations implementing management systems are manufacturing firms. However, a management system can be applied to any organization, large or small, irrespective of its product or service, in any sector of activity, and whether it is a business enterprise, a public administration, or a government department. Intertek is qualified to provide management systems audit and certification services in over 200 diverse industry sectors, providing assurance to all kinds of organizations.

About Intertek
Intertek is a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world. From auditing and inspection, to testing, quality assurance and certification, Intertek people are dedicated to adding value to customers' products and processes, supporting their success in the global marketplace. Intertek has the expertise, resources and global reach to support its customers through its network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 26,000 people in over 100 countries around the world.

For more information, visit www.intertek.com or contact Ms. Madhumita Guha at +91 9868929561.