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SANS Internet Stormcenter Daily Cyber Security Podcast (Stormcast)SANS Stormcast Wednesday, July 16th, 2025: ADS Keystroke Logger; Fake Homebrew; Broadcom Altiris RCE; Malicious Cursor AI Extensions
Keylogger Data Stored in an ADS
Xavier came across a keystroke logger that stores data in alternate data streams. The data includes keystroke logs as well as clipboard data
https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Keylogger%20Data%20Stored%20in%20an%20ADS/32108
Malvertising Homebrew
An attacker has been attempting to trick users into installing a malicious version of Homebrew. The fake software is advertised via paid Google ads and directs users to the attacker s GitHub repo.
https://medium.com/deriv-tech/brewing-trouble-dissecting-a-macos-malware-campaign-90c2c24de5dc
CVE-2025-5333: Remote Code Execution in Broadcom Altiris IRM2025-07-1605 min
SANS Stormcast: Daily Cyber Security NewsSANS Stormcast Wednesday, July 16th, 2025: ADS Keystroke Logger; Fake Homebrew; Broadcom Altiris RCE; Malicious Cursor AI Extensions Keylogger Data Stored in an ADS Xavier came across a keystroke logger that stores data in alternate data streams. The data includes keystroke logs as well as clipboard datahttps://isc.sans.edu/diary/Keylogger%20Data%20Stored%20in%20an%20ADS/32108 Malvertising Homebrew An attacker has been attempting to trick users into installing a malicious version of Homebrew. The fake software is advertised via paid Google ads and directs users to the attacker s GitHub repo.https://medium.com/deriv-tech/brewing-trouble-dissecting-a-macos-malware-campaign-90c2c24de5dc CVE-2025-5333: Remote Code Execution in Broadcom Altiris IRM2025-07-1605 min
SANS Internet Storm Center's Daily Network Security News PodcastSANS Stormcast Wednesday, July 16th, 2025: ADS Keystroke Logger; Fake Homebrew; Broadcom Altiris RCE; Malicious Cursor AI Extensions (#)SANS Stormcast Wednesday, July 16th, 2025: ADS Keystroke Logger; Fake Homebrew; Broadcom Altiris RCE; Malicious Cursor AI Extensions Keylogger Data Stored in an ADS Xavier came across a keystroke logger that stores data in alternate data streams. The data includes keystroke logs as well as clipboard data https://isc.sans.edu/diary/Keylogger%20Data%20Stored%20in%20an%20ADS/32108 Malvertising Homebrew An attacker has been attempting to trick users into installing a malicious version of Homebrew. The fake software is advertised via paid Google ads and directs users to the attacker’s GitHub repo. https://medium.com/deriv-tech/brewing-trouble-dissecting-a-macos-malware-campaign-90c2c24de5dc...2025-07-1605 min
Future in FocusThe European Central Bank’s Omnibus opinion: Why high-quality sustainability information matters for corporate and financial system stabilityIn this timely episode of Future in Focus (released 25 June), we sit down with the European Central Bank to discuss its official Omnibus opinion and why robust, high-quality sustainability data is critical, not only for corporate reporting and due diligence but also for the long-term stability of the EU’s financial system. LRQA’s Theresa Gigov speaks with Katharina Klausch, Senior Legal Counsel at the ECB, on the future of sustainability regulation, including the role of Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence (HREDD) in financial decision-making. As EU negotiations intensify, this conversation offers key insights for corporates and f...2025-06-2523 min
Sustainability Soundbites from E+E LeaderLRQA Sharpens Risk Strategy with Targeted Global AcquisitionsCorporate risks are rising fast. Companies are turning to specialized partners to navigate complex ESG, supply chain, and compliance demands.https://www.environmentenergyleader.com/stories/lrqa-sharpens-risk-strategy-with-targeted-global-acquisitions,80709Support the showShare on your social channels, and don't forget to tag E+E Leader! Thanks for listening!For access to all of E+E Leader's news and programs, visit our website at www.environmentenergyleader.com. Connect with a member of our team today: General: info@environmentenergyleader.com Advertising:...2025-06-1202 minFuture in FocusResponsible AI, real advantage: Why ISO 42001 matters nowIn this episode of Future in Focus, Xavier Francis is joined by Kevin Franklin, Chief Product Officer at LRQA, to explore the pivotal role of AI governance in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape. Together, they discuss how ISO 42001 offers a timely and practical framework for managing AI-related risks, building trust and staying ahead of global regulation. With insights drawn from Kevin’s extensive background in systems and standards, the conversation highlights why responsible AI deployment is essential for organisations of every size and why ISO 42001 is set to become a foundational tool in doing it right. 2025-06-0434 minFuture in FocusCutting through the noise: Best practice essentials for navigating the EU omnibus proposalThis podcast episode features a discussion on the EU omnibus proposal, a significant regulatory topic in sustainability and its potential implications for businesses. Experts Tara Norton and JP Stevenson provide insights on navigating the complexities of sustainability reporting and the importance of due diligence in supply chains, no matter the shifts in regulatory requirements. 2025-03-2521 min
🌎 Earth Central - By OrbifyTackling Sustainable Supply Chain Risks: EUDR and Sustainability InsightsIn this episode of Earth Central, Selina Rathke, Senior Consultant for Sustainability Supply Chains at LRQA, joins the conversation to explore the key challenges and trends shaping sustainable supply chains today, along with the implications of EUDR for sustainability.
Selina shares her expertise on the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), emerging ESG requirements, and the challenges companies face in managing risks across global supply chains. She also sheds light on the importance of transparency, responsible sourcing, and minimizing negative impacts while navigating today’s rapidly changing landscape.
Whether you’re a bu...2024-12-1848 minFuture in FocusThe era of Assurance 4.0: Sourcing responsiblyAs supply chain legislation evolves, businesses face increasing expectations to uphold transparency and accountability on ESG issues, including mitigating human rights violations and reducing carbon emissions. In this fourth episode of our Assurance 4.0 mini-series, LRQA’s Chief Commercial Officer, Stuart Kelly, discusses how data-driven insights and proactive strategies can help organisations address these challenges. Stuart highlights the importance of going beyond compliance to build robust responsible sourcing programmes that maintain ethical integrity, minimise negative impacts on people and the environment and foster long-term resilience in global value chains. Tune in to discover how businesses can strengthen consumer tru...2024-12-1827 minFuture in FocusThe era of Assurance 4.0: Navigating the energy transition and achieving net zeroGlobal businesses are under pressure to meet net zero targets while also navigating the energy transition. This shift impacts everyone from the energy industry to consumer brands across every sector, and is happening alongside increased scrutiny from stakeholders. It’s one of the key challenges within the era of Assurance 4.0 - the new era of risk management.In this third episode of our Assurance 4.0 mini-series, LRQA’s Chief Commercial Officer, Stuart Kelly, focuses on what it takes to successfully navigate this challenge. Against the backdrop of COP29, we’ll explore how businesses can respond to changing regulations, levera...2024-11-2225 min
Szkoła JakościInżynier jako trener - prawdy i mity o szkoleniach technicznych - E173Zastanawiasz się nad karierą trenera technicznego, ale powstrzymuje Cię strach przed wystąpieniami? W tym odcinku Dariusz Antończyk, Kierownik Działu Szkoleń LRQA z 10-letnim doświadczeniem w branży, obala najpopularniejsze mity o szkoleniach technicznych.
Czego się dowiesz:
Dlaczego bycie ekspertem technicznym to dopiero początekJak przygotować się do pierwszego szkoleniaCo zrobić, gdy uczestnik zadaje trudne pytanieJakie błędy popełnia większość początkujących trenerówJak zarabiać na swojej wiedzy technicznej
Gość odcinka: Dariusz Antończyk - doświadczony trener techniczny, który przeprowadził setki szkoleń dla największych firm przemysłowych. Obecnie zarządza działem s...2024-11-0637 minFuture in FocusClimate Week NYC: Deploying leading climate strategies amongst regulatory, investor and consumer pressuresSenior Director for Sustainability at LRQA, Tara Norton, shares her expertise on leading climate strategies. As we mark Climate Week NYC, Tara discusses the growing regulatory pressures, the need for businesses to adapt and the importance of integrating climate risk into broader ESG strategies.We dive into practical tips for balancing financial goals with climate commitments, the role of investors and consumers in driving sustainability, and the crucial role of data in building resilient supply chains. Whether you're looking to enhance transparency or meet global climate regulations, this episode offers actionable insights for businesses to thrive in...2024-09-2725 min
Shoe-InNavigating Shoe Supply Chain Visibility and Forced Labor Compliance With LRQAOn this special Labor Day edition of Shoe-In, JP Stevenson, Head of Market Development, EIQ at LRQA, joins Matt and Thomas to discuss all the latest trends around supply chain visibility and complying with emerging forced labor regulations. Listen in to discover insights from LRQA's comprehensive footwear factory audit data and steps global footwear brands are taking to ensure compliant supply chains and shoe factory operations. With special guest: JP Stevenson, Head of Market Development, EiQ, LRQA Hosted by: Matt Priest and Thomas Crockett2024-09-0232 minFuture in FocusAS 9100: Change on the horizon for Aerospace industryIn late 2024, the rules behind the commonly know series of quality standards for the Aerospace industry, AS 9100, are set to be amended, and will be rebranded as "IA 9100." In this episode of Future in Focus, LRQA's Aerospace and Defence Subject Matter Expert, Daniel Carmel joins us to dive into what we know so far about the changes, how the changes impact certified organisations and certification bodies, and when the changes are set to take place.2024-08-2717 min
The Full Circl PodcastEp. 81: Raj Kaur: Driving Change in the WorkplaceWelcome to Season 2, Episode 81 of The Full Circl Podcast!
Raj Kaur, Chief People Officer at LRQA, shares her journey from a challenging upbringing to a successful career. She discusses her experiences with discrimination, early marriage, and balancing work and family. Raj emphasises the importance of speaking up against discrimination and the need for organisations to listen and take action. She encourages individuals to pursue their ambitions and have belief in themselves.
Thank you for tuning in to this episode of The Full Circl Podcast. We hope you found Raj's insights valuable and that they inspire y...2024-08-1415 minFuture in FocusThe era of Assurance 4.0: Achieving product integrityBusinesses face a rapidly changing world, with a heightened focus on ESG considerations, supply chain complexity and evolving cybersecurity threats. These powerful new trends have combined with more traditional risks – across assets, people and systems – to create a new era of risk management. We call it the era of Assurance 4.0. Here, LRQA’s Chief Commercial Officer, Stuart Kelly, dives into the second episode of our Assurance 4.0 mini-series, exploring ‘achieving product integrity’ as a key challenge for clients across sectors, from food to aerospace.2024-07-1722 minFuture in FocusFrom standards to strategy: leveraging management systems and artificial intelligence to achieve business excellence in a new era of riskWelcome to the latest episode of LRQA's Future in Focus podcast. In this episode, host Holly Plackett is joined by special guests, Anshuman Tiwari, Global Head of Operational Excellence at DXC Technology, and Shirish Bapat, Technical Product Manager for Cybersecurity at LRQA. The discussion explores how businesses can turn standards into strategy by leveraging management systems and artificial intelligence (AI) to achieve business excellence in a new era of risk. Anshuman shares his insights on the foundational role of ISO standards in driving business excellence and the transformative potential of AI in operational processes. Shirish d...2024-07-1539 minFuture in FocusWorld Hydrogen Summit 2024: Reading the roomIn LRQA’s latest podcast episode, global media outlets, including The Australian Financial Review and H2 View, share commentary recorded live at the World Hydrogen Summit – the world’s largest dedicated hydrogen event – about the need to shift from hype to reality within the hydrogen industry.Combined with client insights from the LRQA team, we explore how this dynamic industry needs to balance the immense innovation currently in development, with risk management and assurance to ensure a shift from an R&D mindset to a commercial one. Listen to find out more. 2024-05-1716 min
Sustainable Supply ChainEast Meets West: The Impact of ESG on Asian ManufacturingSend me a messageIn this episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast, I sit down with JP Stevenson, Director of ESG Analytics at Global Assurance company LRQA, to delve into the intricate world of global supply chain management. We explore the evolving landscape of ESG compliance, the vital role of digitalisation in achieving transparency, and the imperative for systemic reforms.JP sheds light on the challenges factories, particularly in Asia, face in aligning with diverse global regulations. He emphasises the uneven distribution of financial resources and expertise, which disproportionately affects smaller enterprises, leaving them...2024-05-1343 minFuture in FocusThe era of Assurance 4.0: Assuring assets and management systemsBusinesses face a rapidly changing world, with a heightened focus on ESG considerations, supply chain complexity and evolving cybersecurity threats. These powerful new trends have combined with more traditional risks – across assets, people and systems – to create a new era of risk management. We call it the era of Assurance 4.0. Over the course of the year, LRQA’s Chief Commercial Officer, Stuart Kelly, will dive into the biggest challenges businesses are facing within this new era, starting with our first episode: ‘Assuring assets and management systems’. Listen to find out more.2024-04-0724 minFuture in FocusProtecting your brand in a new era of riskIn this episode, we are joined by a returning guest of the podcast, Supply Chain Assurance Technical for LRQA, Kimberly Coffin to talk about a topic that she is very passionate about. The new era of risk we’re currently living and operating in, and more specifically how this is impacting food businesses all over the world. 2024-02-1624 minFuture in FocusISO and climate change: why are many of the familiar ISO management system standards being amended, and what does this mean for standards users?The International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), is amending many of the familiar management system standards to insert an additional requirement and a note related to climate change. In this episode, we are joined by the Chair of the ISO Technical Committee 283 for Occupational Health & Safety Management (owner of the ISO 45000 series of standards), and a returning guest of the podcast, Martin Cottam, to discuss the actions ISO is taking in relation to climate change and how these changes impact standard users.2023-12-2023 minFuture in FocusOur Planet, Our Plan: Lifelong learning at workLRQA recently launched 'Our Planet, Our Plan' - an internal sustainability programme that outlines our ambitious Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments over the next seven years, underpinned by time-bound performance metrics. To accompany the programme, LRQA also launched an eight-episode podcast series to explore each of the seven commitments within Our Planet, Our Plan. The eighth and final episode, ‘Lifelong learning at work', sees Luis Cunha, LRQA’s Assessment Regional Director for Asia-Pacific, talk about education as a key pillar of corporate sustainability as well as wider social mobility. Luis explores the roles and responsibilities of busine...2023-12-1520 minFuture in FocusOur Planet, Our Plan: The ‘E’ in ESGLRQA recently launched 'Our Planet, Our Plan' - an internal sustainability programme that outlines our ambitious Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments over the next seven years, underpinned by time-bound performance metrics. To accompany the programme, LRQA also launched an eight-episode podcast series to explore each of the seven commitments within Our Planet, Our Plan. The seventh episode, ‘The ‘E’ in ESG’, sees Marcela Romero Merino, LRQA’s Consulting Regional Director for Latin America, highlight the role of a ‘committed private sector’ in supporting the global goal of net zero carbon emissions. With COP28 in full flow, Marcela also gi...2023-12-0621 minFuture in FocusWill a net zero future be powered by hydrogenWelcome back to the Future in Focus podcast by LRQA, and if you’re new here, welcome. In this episode, presenter, Josh Flanagan, is joined by LRQA’s Global Hydrogen Expert, Leanne Halliday, to discuss hydrogen and its role in powering a net zero future.2023-11-2223 minFuture in FocusOur Planet, Our Plan: Safety – not just the absence of accidentsLRQA recently launched 'Our Planet, Our Plan' - an internal sustainability programme that outlines our ambitious Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments over the next seven years, underpinned by time-bound performance metrics. To accompany the programme, LRQA also launched an eight-episode podcast series to explore each of the seven commitments within Our Planet, Our Plan. The sixth episode, ‘Safety – not just the absence of accidents’, sees Erik Mooij, LRQA’s Global Head of Health, Safety, Environment and Security, share his personal experiences of the life-changing impact that workplace safety can have. Erik also explores how safety has evolved f...2023-11-1710 minFuture in FocusOur Planet, Our Plan: Plant gifts, not trees – why we need to transform corporate volunteeringLRQA recently launched 'Our Planet, Our Plan' - an internal sustainability programme that outlines our ambitious Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments over the next seven years, underpinned by time-bound performance metrics. To accompany the programme, LRQA also launched an eight-episode podcast series to explore each of the seven commitments within Our Planet, Our Plan. The fifth episode, ‘Plant gifts, not trees – why we need to transform corporate volunteering’, sees Benjamin Western, LRQA’s Head of Sustainability, take a fresh perspective and new approach to corporate volunteering. How do we use our strongest skills and assess where they could...2023-11-0924 minFuture in FocusOur Planet, Our Plan: Glorious governance (no, seriously!)LRQA recently launched 'Our Planet, Our Plan' - an internal sustainability programme that outlines our ambitious Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments over the next seven years, underpinned by time-bound performance metrics. To accompany the programme, LRQA also launched an eight-episode podcast series to explore each of the seven commitments within Our Planet, Our Plan. The fourth episode, ‘Glorious governance (no, seriously!)’, sees Vikas Neeraj, Service Delivery Manager for LRQA, share his views on governance as just good business. Vikas explores how governance has changed in recent years, including the impact of ESG. 2023-11-0113 minFuture in FocusOur Planet, Our Plan: Equity should be an ideal, not an ideologyLRQA recently launched 'Our Planet, Our Plan' - an internal sustainability programme that outlines our ambitious Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments over the next seven years, underpinned by time-bound performance metrics. To accompany the programme, LRQA has also launched an eight-episode podcast series to explore each of the seven commitments within Our Planet, Our Plan. The third episode, ‘Equity should be an ideal, not an ideology’, sees Lani Hollander, LRQA’s Global Sustainability Partner, clarify the crucial difference between equity and equality and offer practical guidance on how organisations can achieve greater equity.2023-10-2634 minFuture in FocusOur Planet, Our Plan: Wilfully inclusive - why everyone wins with inclusivityLRQA recently launched 'Our Planet, Our Plan' - an internal sustainability programme that outlines our ambitious Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments over the next seven years, underpinned by time-bound performance metrics. To accompany the programme, LRQA is launching an eight-episode podcast series to explore each of the seven commitments within Our Planet, Our Plan. The second episode, ‘Wilfully inclusive: Why everyone wins with inclusivity’, sees Leanne Halliday, LRQA’s Global Hydrogen Expert and Oceania Territory Manager, sharing personal experiences and practical advice around the challenges and opportunities within inclusivity.2023-10-1916 minFuture in FocusOur Planet, Our Plan: The power of transparency in businessToday, LRQA launched 'Our Planet, Our Plan' - a sustainability programme that outlines our ambitious Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) commitments over the next seven years, underpinned by time-bound performance metrics. To accompany the programme, LRQA is launching an eight-episode podcast series to explore each of the seven commitments within Our Planet, Our Plan. The first episode, ‘The power of transparency in business’, sees Ben Western, LRQA’s Head of Sustainability, exploring how the programme was developed, the evolution if ESG in business, and how other organisations can embrace its principles. 2023-10-1024 min
Trash Talk on Radio 3Jeff Bond - Social supply chainThis week on Trash Talk, Marcy Trent Long speaks with Jeff Bond from Elevate, LRQA, an organisation that provides social supply chain and environmental audits; and they talk about traceability and sustainable supply chains.2023-08-2116 minFuture in FocusWith no end to labour shortages in sight, risk management strategies must continue to adaptWelcome back to the Future in Focus podcast by LRQA, and if you’re new here, thank you. In this episode, we are joined by returning guest Meghan Quinlan, Vice President of Food & Agriculture at ELEVATE, LRQA’s ESG specialists, to talk about human rights issues, specifically in the food industry, and the growing importance of human rights due diligence, or HRDD.2023-05-3017 min
What is a Good Life?What is a Good Life? #15 - Letting Go of Attachments with Benjamin WesternOn the 15th episode of the What is a Good Life? podcast I am joined by Benjamin Western, who is the Founder at The Shining Light Project, a trustee at Hope & Aid Direct, and Head of Sustainability at LRQA.This episode is different from the others, as this is more a conversation than an interview, and we are focussing on the teachings of Anthony De Mello.Anthony De Mello was an Indian Jesuit priest and psychotherapist. A spiritual teacher and author of several spiritual books, two of which, Awareness and The Way to Love, have...2023-04-251h 05Future in FocusCommemorating 10 years since the Rana Plaza collapseOn the 24th of April 2013, the Rana Plaza building, which housed five garment factories, collapsed in Dhaka, Bangladesh killing over 1,100 people and injuring over 2,500 people. We’re here to mark the tenth anniversary of that tragic event to remember those who lost their lives but also to discuss how this was a defining moment in the evolution of assurance and social responsibility in the region. 2023-04-2428 minFuture in FocusThe expanding use of technology and data in the food industry: Increased risk or better control?Welcome back to the Future in Focus podcast by LRQA, and if you’re new here, welcome. In this episode, presenter, Holly Plackett, is joined by LRQA’s Technical Director of Supply Chain, Kimberly Coffin, to discuss the expanding use of technology and data within the food sector.2023-04-2114 minSzkoła JakościJednostka Certyfikująca - wszystko co musisz wiedzieć o pracy w niej E117W dzisiejszym odcinku podcastu rozmawiam z byłym dyrektorem w jednostce certyfikującej, który opowiada nam o tajnikach pracy w tej branży. Sprawdź naszą rozmowę i dowiedz się więcej na temat:
📋 Jak wygląda praca w jednostce certyfikującej: Dowiedz się, jakie procesy i procedury są realizowane w jednostkach certyfikujących, oraz jakie są główne zadania Specjalistów i Audytorów
⏰ Jak wygląda dzień pracy specjalisty w jednostce: Poznaj typowy harmonogram dnia dla osób pracujących w jednostkach certyfikujących i jakie wyzwania mogą napotkać na swojej drodz...2023-03-3039 minFuture in FocusTrends in responsible food production are changing assurance forever: is your organisation ready?Welcome back to the Future in Focus podcast by LRQA, and if you’re new here, thank you. In this episode, we are joined by returning guest Forbes Fyfe, Technical Account Manager of Agriculture Supply Chain at LRQA, and Meghan Quinlan, Vice President of Food & Agriculture at ELEVATE, an LRQA business, to talk about responsible sourcing and production; what it is, emerging themes, and how these themes are affecting food supply chains.2023-03-2017 minFuture in FocusIn conversation with Jo Fairley, co-founder of Green & Black's chocolate (part two)In this second episode of the two part mini-series, Jo Fairley - co-founder of Green & Black's organic chocolate - speaks with LRQA about the implications of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) issues for the food and beverage industry. Jo also shares her personal advice for proactively managing risk, drawing on her own experiences as co-founder of the pioneering brand.2023-03-1515 minFuture in FocusFrom farm to fork: Consumer expectations are driving demand for ethically produced food productsWelcome back to the Future in Focus podcast by LRQA, and if you’re new here, thank you. In this episode, we are joined by LRQA’s Technical Account Manager for Agriculture, James Sage, to discuss the food supply chain and the increasing pressure on suppliers to demonstrate their commitment to the ethical production of animal products.2023-03-0616 minFuture in FocusIs the food industry prepared for cyber risk?Welcome back to the Future In Focus by LRQA, and if you’re new here, thank you. In this episode, presenter, Holly Plackett, is joined by Stuart Wright, Global Head of Governance, Risk, and Compliance at Nettitude, an LRQA business, and returning guest Kimberly Coffin, Global Technical Director of Supply Chain at LRQA. In this episode, we ask Stuart and Kimberly why cybercrime should be a well-considered factor in any food defence programme and discuss the potential implications on food safety in the case of a cyber-attack.We do apologise for the audio issues early on in th...2023-02-2221 minFuture in FocusThe truth about business continuity trends: Is your business model built to last?Business continuity has been a hot topic in recent years. Even more recently, we’ve heard the term ‘Agility and Resilience’ referenced heavily in discussions about food safety and the food supply chain, but what does it actually mean to have an agile and resilient business model? In this episode, we speak to Kimberly Coffin, Technical Director of Supply Chain at LRQA, who shares the truth about business continuity trends.2023-02-1313 minFuture in FocusWhy wind energy mattersOn today’s episode of Future in Focus we sit down with Dr. Hendrik Lau, LRQA's leading wind energy expert. Discover the growing importance of wind energy, its crucial role in achieving net zero goals, and the hurdles faced by developers in this rapidly growing industry.2023-02-0815 minFuture in FocusIn conversation with Jo Fairley, co-founder of Green & Black's chocolate (part one)In the first of two episodes, Jo Fairley shares a brief history of Green & Black's organic chocolate - the first of its kind in the UK. Speaking to LRQA, Jo explores how, as co-founder of the brand, the challenges she faced may resonate with other members of the food and beverage industry today as they negotiate the current risk landscape.2023-01-2620 minFuture in FocusThe 'S' in 'ESG': A conversation with Mike Posner, Professor at NYU’s Stern School of BusinessOften, when we hear the term ‘ESG, or Environmental, Social and Governance issues’, people think first of the environmental component and less so about social and governance. In this episode, LRQA’s Chief Growth Officer, Ian Spaulding, is joined by special guest Mike Posner to talk about the ‘S’ in ‘ESG’; what it is, how it’s evolved, and why it should be at the top of an organisations agenda.2022-12-0626 minFuture in FocusMaintaining product integrity across an expanding and dynamic risk landscapeIn today's episode, we speak to LRQA's Supply Chain Assurance Technical Director, Kimberly Coffin, about some of the issues the food industry is currently facing and how businesses can ensure product integrity despite these ever-evolving risks.2022-11-0719 min
Food Processing’s Food For Thought PodcastInfluential Women in Food: Jona Hightower, LRQAThis episode is part five of our Influential Women in Food Series, where we’re honoring women that have effected change for their colleagues and peers in the food and beverage industry.
With us today is Jona Hightower, Senior Lead Assessor with LRQA. Jona is the epitome of an influential woman in the food industry. She describes herself as having a passion for teaching and sharing knowledge and it’s something she’s known about herself since elementary school. That passion also shows up when she’s lending her expertise and counsel to the numerous women she works wit...2022-10-2823 minFuture in FocusSupply shortages could lead to greater food fraud riskWelcome to the Future in Focus podcast. In today's episode, we speak to Forbes Fyfe, LRQA's Technical Account Manager for the agricultural supply chain, about supply chain shortages and how this could lead to greater food fraud risks. 2022-10-2724 min
ERUPTHow is the Gen Z shift controlling our future workforce and emerging talent?This episode is from our ERUPT Learning and Talent Conference which was hosted in September 2022.
Within this session our panel included: Stan Horwitz, Head of Transformation @ LRQA, Amber Harris, Assessment and Talent Strategy Specialist @ AON and Sydney Samuels, CEO & Founder @ Loop Not Luck.
Our panel spoke about how 25-30% of workforce will be Gen Z by 2025. So how is this Gen Z shift controlling our future workforce and emerging talent?
I hope you enjoy and make sure you check out the GO ERUPT website: www.goerupt.com for further content and for all videos on demand.2022-10-2529 min
Future in FocusAre you ready for a new brand of thinking?In consumer staples, brand is everything. In fact, for many fast-moving consumer goods brands, it’s not unusual for ‘intangible assets’ to account for more than 100% of the company’s market value. In this episode, we speak to Sales Director Stuart Kelly about brand assurance, what it is, why it's important and how businesses can build their brand assurance.2022-10-1107 min
Future in FocusTrust and Transparency in ESGIn this episode, we speak to Ian Spaulding, Chief Growth Officer at LRQA as well as founder and former CEO of ELEVATE, an industry-leading sustainability and supply chain services business acquired earlier this year by LRQA. During the episode, Ian talks about ESG, or Environmental, Social, and Governance. What is it, why has it become such a mainstream topic , and how do businesses leverage ESG to demonstrate trust and transparency to their stakeholders?2022-10-0413 min
The Metal Guys Talk BusinessS02E05 | The Auditor with Andrew Milner #AssuranceWithAndrewQuality standards, audits and ISO accreditations are fundamentally important to Metal Producers, Distributors and End Users, but they aren't always top of every business's to-do list.In this episode, Pete and Mike were joined by quality aficionado Andrew Milner to talk about all things Quality and Accreditation. This topic may not fill everyone with the same enthusiasm that Andrew has for the topic, but no business in our sector can work outside of a robust internationally recognised accreditation standard.Having left the UK for Australia in 2019 to become a senior auditor for LRQA (formerly Lloyd's...2022-09-271h 03
Future in FocusOrganisational benefits of having a certified Occupational Health & Safety management systemIn this episode, we speak to Martin Cottam, chair of the ISO Technical Committee for occupational health and safety, about the organisational benefits of having a certified occupational health and safety system. In this episode, Martin talks about a recently published study conducted by researchers at Harvard and Duke universities in the U.S. Link to download the paper: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=39884162022-09-1217 min
Future in FocusISO 9001: Responding to a changing landscapeIn this episode, we speak to Martin Cottam, former Assurance and Quality Director at LRQA (formerly Lloyd’s Register), about ISO 9001, one of the most popular quality management system standards, and how it has performed since its revision in 2015, and more notably, how the standard has responded to the rapidly changing landscape we have seen more recently. 2022-08-2221 min
Future in FocusRisks Expanding in a Hydrogen Supply ChainIn this episode, we’ll be speaking with hydrogen expert, Leanne Halliday, Corporate Account Manager at LRQA who will cover the expanding risks in a hydrogen supply chain.2022-07-2510 min
Future in FocusISO 45003: The rising significance of psychological health and wellbeing in the workplaceHistorically, many organisations have been hesitant to address psychological health and wellbeing. However, the impact of work on people’s psychological health was a significant issue long before the COVID-19 pandemic. It was already causing significant harm – and causing significant costs for organisations – and it was already on an upward trend. Psychosocial risk is therefore becoming an ever more important part of the risk to which many workers are exposed, so organisations now need to address it effectively.In this episode, we speak to Martin Cottam, Chair of the ISO Technical Committee for Occupational Health & Safety Management, about...2022-07-1826 min
FSB PodcastHow ISO 9001 can help you grow your small businessIn this episode, we look at exactly what ISO 9001 is, and why it is important to open doors for your business. Plus, some practical tips for how small businesses can achieve ISO 9001 certification - or transfer their ISO 9001 certification to an online platform, including some advice on documenting existing procedures.Featuring: Cheryl Stevens, product manager for CertSmartTM, LRQAAli Kheradnejad, IATF auditor, LRQA2022-07-1319 min