North Eastern Composites, a specialist in Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) solutions based in Cramlington, has achieved Achilles certification – a key milestone that cements its status as a trusted supplier to the UK’s energy and utilities sectors. GRP is a tough, lightweight material made by strengthening plastic with glass fibres, making it ideal for use […]
Glasgow-based energy efficiency firm Union Technical has secured re-accreditation for three global ISO standards, setting the stage for continued growth. It underscores the firm’s commitment to excellence in quality management (ISO 9001), environmental stewardship (ISO 14001), and occupational health and safety compliance (ISO 45001). Union Technical achieved accreditation over three years ago with the support […]
Internationally recognised company, Marine Safety Supplies, has expanded its workforce and is enjoying business growth following support from North of Tyne Innovation Recovery Grant. The grant, and working with Absolute Quality, helped the Tyneside-based company develop a range of systems and processes to stay globally competitive and compliant. They developed a long-term resilience and action […]
Absolute Quality has strengthened its leadership and management team with the appointment of Lora Wilson as director. The company, which specialises in helping businesses drive continual improvement, has enjoyed sustained growth for a number of years, despite the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, and Lora’s contribution to this has been reflected with her appointment as […]
Graduate Trainee Consultant Jack Nunnerley joined Absolute Quality, in 2018 and following an intensive training programme has been promoted to Consultant and Trainer. The company, which specialises in helping businesses drive continual improvement, has promoted Jack as part of its ambitious plans to rapidly grow the business as it continues to experience solid growth and […]
Absolute Quality has expanded its team with the appointment of graduate consultant Ryan Doyle (pictured above). The company, which specialises in helping businesses drive continual improvement, has welcomed 22-year-old Ryan to the team as part of its plans to scale up the business in response to a huge growth in demand. Ryan joins the company […]
Our founder, Helen Short, reveals why she set up her own business, how exceptional relationships are at the heart of all her business beliefs and gives a glimpse of the adventures that await. Helen noticed an opportunity 20 years ago, when rafts of new legislation and standards were hitting businesses, whilst working as a technical […]
The Spring 2021 Entrepreneurs’ Forum Member Magazine theme is ‘Year of the Entrepreneur’ and reflects the Forum’s shared goal for times ahead. The last year has proved that by working together we’re capable of achieving great things and you’ll find plenty of examples of this throughout this magazine. Our managing director, Helen Short, shared her […]
Absolute Quality is reaping the rewards after taking its suite of courses online. The company, which specialises in helping businesses drive continual improvement, decided to offer their courses both virtually and face-to-face to ensure organisations can still develop their teams despite restrictions imposed by the Covid-19 pandemic. The decision has paid off with a contract […]
The nature of the COVID-19 pandemic poses a new range of challenges for businesses as they move toward recovery. We have had to change at an alarming rate, in ways we could not anticipate. Many businesses are now faced with different customer expectations, muted demand, and significant operational challenges, whilst ensuring the business continues to […]