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We’re already halfway through 2025, which makes it an ideal moment for certification bodies to pause, assess their programs, and ask: Are we on track to meet our goals by year-end? In an industry where priorities shift fast—and daily tasks can easily crowd out strategic improvements—it’s normal to feel behind. But a mid-year check-in is the perfect moment to… read article

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Organic certification is entering a pivotal era. With rising global demand, growing digital expectations, and evolving regulations, the landscape is shifting beneath certifiers’ feet. But for all the change, the foundational pillars—transparency, traceability, sustainability—remain as vital as ever. Let’s explore what’s new, what’s enduring, and what certifiers need to focus on now.  What’s new: trends reshaping the sector… read article

When most people think of audit software, they think of checklists. Structured forms. Compliance boxes to tick. But in today’s fast-moving, risk-sensitive environment, that’s just the starting point.  To keep up (and stay ahead), auditing tools need to do much more. They should help you improve operations, manage risk more intelligently, and drive strategic decisions.  That’s where the… read article

Growth should feel like progress, not pressure. As your organization evolves, so do your audit and certification demands. New standards. New sites. New regions. Growth is exciting but without the right systems, it can also bring delays, inefficiencies, and risk. That’s why the Intact Platform is built to scale with you, so your growth stays efficient, consistent,… read article

Audit, certification, and standard news: new standard versions and requirements, software news, events, resources, and more. read article

The Annual Accreditation Conference (AKKKO) is a key annual event organized by the German National Accreditation Body (DAkkS), bringing together leaders, experts, and stakeholders from across the accreditation and conformity assessment landscape. Held in Berlin, the conference serves as a central platform for industry dialogue, policy discussion, and the exchange of knowledge on the latest developments shaping quality… read article

We’re proud to announce that EarthCheck, a global leader in sustainability certification for the travel and tourism industry, is launching a powerful new audit and certification platform powered by the Intact Platform.   The system is designed to enhance how tourism and hospitality organizations manage, measure, and report their sustainability performance. The system brings streamlined… read article