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This week on AIBF Business Talk, Philip Byrne, Managing Director of the Irish Quality Centre (IQC), discusses the significant benefits of ISO certification for businesses 🌟. Established in 1997 and 100% Irish-owned, IQC has supported over 5,000 companies through training, consultancy, and auditing services in Quality Management Systems, Environmental Health and Safety, and Continuous Improvement 📈.

Philip highlights ISO 9001, noting its advantages like consistent processes, improved decision-making, and enhanced employee engagement 💼. He emphasises that smaller businesses can particularly benefit from adopting these systems, enhancing their competitiveness and operational consistency 🔍. IQC's commitment to honesty and trust has cultivated a high client return rate 🏅. They also offer free initial consultations and promise certification achievement within 6-7 weeks 🕒.

The discussion includes the various sectors supported by the centre, underlining the widespread applicability of ISO certifications 📊. Philip points out that having ISO certification can be crucial in tendering processes, providing a competitive edge 🛠️.

Listeners are encouraged to utilize the free initial consultations offered by IQC to explore the suitability and benefits of ISO certification for their businesses 📝💬.

Tune in for some wonderful insight's from Philip.

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