Assent Risk Management is a progressive Risk and Resilience Consultancy built for the digital age. We pride ourselves on Championing International Standards and in this podcast we will be talking to experts from the consultancy industry, discussing standards, ISO’s, consulting and everything in between, to bring you industry knowledge and updates.
Exploring Standards with Assent
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Assent Risk Management is a progressive Risk and Resilience Consultancy built for the digital age. We pride ourselves on Championing International Standards and in this podcast we will be talking to experts from the consultancy industry, discussing standards, ISO’s, consulting and everything in between, to bring you industry knowledge and updates.
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Recent Episodes
June 17, 2026
The Evolution of ISO with Robert Clements
In this episode of Exploring Standards, host Jess is joined by Rob Clements, CEO and Director of Assent Risk Management, for a fascinating discussion on how ISO consultancy has evolved over the past 20 years. Rob shares how he entered the industry from an IT background during the rise of ISO 27001 and information security management systems, a very different route from the traditional quality management pathway. Together, Jess and Rob explore the journey from paper-based management systems and ring binders to shared drives, specialist software platforms, and remote collaboration tools that have transformed the way organisations implement and maintain ISO standards. The conversation also examines how client ownership has changed over time, with businesses now taking a much more active role in managing their own compliance systems. Rob discusses the growing trend of outsourced compliance functions, including Data Protection Officers and Quality Managers, and the value they can bring to organisations. Finally, the episode explores the role of artificial intelligence in ISO consultancy, from the productivity gains and efficiencies it can deliver to the risks of over-reliance. Rob shares why, despite rapid technological advances, human expertise, judgment, and experience remain essential to achieving meaningful compliance and successful certification. Connect with Assent:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assentukYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWw6ny-YyfkxdGm7ig4yFoQInstagram: @assentriskmanagement
June 3, 2026
ISO 14001:2026 – What’s Changed and What You Need to Do Now with ISOQAR
This episode of Exploring Standards is a recording of a webinar hosted by Assent Risk Management in partnership with ISOQAR, exploring the upcoming changes to ISO 14001:2026 and what organisations need to know to prepare. Featuring Robert Clements from Assent Risk Management and Natalie Walker from ISOQAR, this session brings together both consultancy and certification perspectives to cut through the speculation and focus on what is actually changing within the standard, what those changes mean in practice, and how organisations can position themselves for a smooth transition. The conversation covers the key updates expected in ISO 14001:2026, how certified organisations can start preparing now, and what businesses considering certification should be thinking about before beginning implementation. The speakers also share insights into how certification bodies are likely to approach the transition process and what organisations can expect during the transition period. The conversation covers the key updates expected in ISO 14001:2026, how certified organisations can start preparing now, and what businesses considering certification should be thinking about before beginning implementation. Robert and Natalie also share insights into how certification bodies are likely to approach the transition process and what organisations can expect over the coming years. Whether you already hold ISO 14001 certification or are exploring environmental management systems for the first time, this episode provides practical guidance to help you understand the direction of travel and prepare with confidence. Recorded as part of a live webinar hosted by Assent Risk Management and ISOQAR, the session also includes audience questions and expert insights into the future of environmental management and ISO 14001 certification. Contact ISOQAR: https://isoqar.com/ ISOQAR 14001 Training: https://isoqar.com/training/iso-courses/ ISOQAR LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/isoqar/ Digital.Lorators Free ISO 14001:2026 Awareness Course: https://digital.lorators.com/courses/iso-140012026-awareness-course/ Connect with Assent: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assentukYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWw6ny-YyfkxdGm7ig4yFoQInstagram: @assentriskmanagement
May 20, 2026
Part 2: ISO 9001- Now and Into the Future
This episode of Exploring Standards is Part 2 of a live recording from the in-person event, “ISO 9001: Now and Into the Future,” hosted by Assent Risk Management in collaboration with Interface NRM. Featuring Rob Clements from Assent Risk Management and Ryan Stevens from Interface NRM, this session continues the discussion from Part 1, bringing together both implementation and certification perspectives on one of the world’s most widely used standards. In Part 1, the conversation explored what ISO 9001 is, why it remains widely adopted across the UK, and its role in supply chains and public-sector tenders. It also covered the upcoming 2026 revision, including key timelines and expected updates, and why organisations should view the changes as an evolution rather than a major overhaul. In this episode, the focus shifts to real-world implementation. The speakers discuss the most common audit findings and pitfalls organisations face, insights from internal audit data across the last 12 months, and practical challenges such as document control, training records, and customer feedback in B2B environments. The episode also walks through the ISO 9001 certification process and what the transition to the 2026 revision is expected to look like in practice, including preparation steps and transition timelines. The discussion closes with practical reassurance for certified organisations, emphasising that most businesses already have strong foundations in place, and that the upcoming changes are expected to be manageable with the right preparation. Connect with Assent: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/associate-enterprises-ltd-t-a-assent/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/assentukYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWw6ny-YyfkxdGm7ig4yFoQInstagram: @assentriskmanagement
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