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This week, risk management rules for technology and financial companies are evolving rapidly. Both sectors operate in an increasingly complex environment, shaped by accelerated digital transformation and a growing range of threats, from cyberattacks to regulatory and compliance breaches. As an independent inspection body with long-standing experience in auditing and certification, PINO Switzerland  recognises that strong, practical, and forward-looking risk management standar

Sustainability is no longer a future goal. It is a present-day responsibility for organisations of all sizes and sectors. This week, one of the most visible developments in the auditing and certification landscape is the growing integration of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into established sustainability and management frameworks. From the perspective of an independent inspection and certification body, this shift represents a practical evolution rath

In early 2026, the global landscape for voluntary certification across key service sectors—healthcare, hospitality, and professional services—is experiencing dynamic shifts. As organisations, institutions, and service providers continue to adapt to emerging expectations, there are three primary certification trends gaining momentum this week that reflect evolving priorities in quality, safety, customer trust, and workforce competence. As an independent inspection body with a

Corporate governance and following the rules have become common topics for big businesses in the last few years. What is new—and becoming more and more clear this week—is that these ideas are quickly becoming the main focus for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). This change isn't based on trends or fashion; it's based on real business needs, risk awareness, and what the market expects. An independent inspection body says that corporate governance in small and medium-si

Quality assurance in education doesn’t have anything to do with paperwork, rankings, or control. It is all about trust. It is about making sure that promises to learn are kept, that results are important, and that progress never stops. From the point of view of an independent inspection body, quality assurance is a useful tool that helps education providers move from simply following rules to achieving true excellence. Education has changed a lot in the last few years. Digita

Audits play an important role in building trust, maintaining quality, and improving overall performance. They are not designed to punish organisations. Instead, they help businesses understand their current situation and identify areas where improvement is needed. One of the most common outcomes of an audit is the identification of non-conformities. Knowing how to address these non-conformities properly is essential for achieving real improvement and long-term success. What a