Episode 168: The Role of ISO in Business Growth: Insights from Philip Byrne of the Irish Quality Centre

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.