Acumen achieves ISO9001 and ISO14001 across the group

Acumen Logistics Group has put quality and environmental practice at the heart of its operations to achieve ISO9001 and ISO14001 throughout the Group.  The top accreditations for standards of excellence for environmental management and service, the ISO certifications will help support the company's growth strategy within all sectors of its business.

Acumen Distribution's Redditch depot is the last of the company's three divisions to achieve accreditation. The depot is the centre for the company's inbound and outbound supply chain, delivering seating systems to car manufacturers on a Just In Time basis.  It joins Acumen Automobile Logistics and the company's Recycling Division in achieving ISO9001 and ISO14001 at the first attempt.

Undertaken with support from ACS Registrars of Sutton Coalfield, an initial review was carried out which assessed current practice against accreditation requirements.  Relevant legislative and regulatory requirements were identified and compliance assessed.  Operational procedures were then amended to incorporate the necessary controls for accreditation.

"Achieving ISO9001 and ISO14001 throughout the Group demonstrates our commitment to quality, the environment, supporting customers and meeting the strict demands of the industry", says Chris Doughty, Managing Director.