Industries
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Connecting industries, expertise and opportunity across global manufacturing.
Industry Standards
Standards provide the foundation for efficient production, safety, and international interoperability. They are not just rules but practical tools that help avoid errors, build trust, and facilitate entry into foreign markets. Common standards in manufacturing include:
01
LEAN
a methodology for increasing efficiency that reduces waste and improves processes.
02
Six Sigma
a data-driven quality management standard that helps minimise defects.
03
ERP integration standards (e.g. ISA-95)
reliable data exchange between production and management systems.
04
ISO/TS 16949
a quality standard for the automotive industry.
05
GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)
a required standard primarily in the pharmaceutical and food industries.
06
ISO 50001
an energy management system standard.
07
Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing standards
rameworks for digital production and data management.
Safety schemes
Food safety certification is issued by external schemes and auditors. We track them and brief members on changes.
