ISO has issued documents to correct some errors and inconsistencies in the "correspondence tables" between ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004. For a free download, visit ISO's website and search for ISO 9001 or ISO 14001.

The environment for a healthy business

Growing scrutiny toward industry's effects on the environment has made conformance with ISO 14001:2004 - a voluntary, internationally recognized Environmental Management Systems (EMS) standard - more important than ever.  As more companies pursue ISO 14001 certification to demonstrate environmental commitment to their customers, shareholders and government agencies, many are discovering the benefits of partnering with Intertek.  As one of the first accredited certification bodies, Intertek offers expertise, experience and know-how that no one else can deliver.  Your certified EMS can help you reap the benefits of:

• Improved overall performance
  Your ISO 14001 certified EMS can help make your business more efficient and productive.  Lower energy and raw materials use, reductions in waste and pollution, and mitigated risks of accidents and emergency situations translate into greater profitability and productivity.
  
  
• Expanded market access
  Your company's environmental credibility and commitment to quality are established from day one.  It will take less time to demonstrate the effectiveness of your EMS and earn your prospective customers' trust and confidence, and you'll enjoy access to markets you might not otherwise penetrate.
  
  
• Improved corporate image
  Your certification demonstrates your company's commitment to environmental responsibility, fostering improved relationships with the community, shareholders, and governmental and environmental organizations.
  
  
• Enhanced competitiveness
  While helping you to operate more efficiently and profitably, your ISO 14001 certified EMS can instill additional confidence in shareholders, investors, insurers and your customers - making your business the clear choice in a highly competitive market.

Plus, you can maximize your human and financial resources by using your existing Quality Management System (QMS) as a basis for your EMS, taking advantage of the synergies between ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

Intertek - An environment of experience
In addition to our experience as a fully accredited certification body, we are also actively involved in many industry associations.  This gives us the inside track on the latest trends impacting your business - information we use to make your certification as efficient as possible.  Our worldwide experience and expertise have helped companies of all sizes achieve their certifications smoothly and efficiently. Here are just a few of the advantages of choosing Intertek:

• Worldwide recognition
  Intertek is fully accredited by several internationally-recognized accreditation bodies for ISO 14001, so you'll immediately have the international acceptance that comes with your Intertek certificate.
  
  
• Dedicated account managers
  With their extensive knowledge of your industry, our account managers quickly get up to speed on the specifics of your business and your environmental management system.  In addition to overseeing your certification, your account manager will provide status updates and market information whenever you need them.
  
  
• Personal and insightful service
  Our network of accomplished and experienced lead auditors ensures professionals dedicated to serving your needs, regardless of your country, industry or market. Your auditor's qualifications and industry experience can save you the effort of having to explain the basics of the business every time, resulting in more efficient and insightful audits.
  
  
• A single source for all your testing and certification needs
  Intertek delivers the added benefit of more than 100 years of testing and certification experience.  Partnership with Intertek will bring increased value to your products and processes, ultimately supporting your success in the global marketplace.

The Intertek advantage
Our knowledge, expertise, experience and industry insight promote an efficient certification process from start to finish.  Whatever your industry, we'll use our know-how to help you achieve your environmental management system's certification smoothly and cost-effectively.