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This joint IAF and ILAC podcast discusses matters related to accreditation and the integral role of quality infrastructure in supporting the three pillars of sustainable development: people, planet and prosperity.
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Food Sub-Series, Episode 04 - Accreditation Matters: The importance of accreditation for IGOs
In this episode, IAF WG Food Co-Convener Colin Christmas (EAGLE Certification Group, IQNET representative) leads a discussion with Ali Badarneh (Division Chief, UNIDO), Joseph Wozniak (Head of Trade for Sustainable Development, International Trade Centre), Margarita Corrales (Food Safety Officer, Pan American Health Organization), Steve Wearne (Chair, Codex Alimentarius Commission).
  • Food Sub-Series, Episode 04 - Accreditation Matters: The importance of accreditation for IGOs

    Food Sub-Series, Episode 04 - Accreditation Matters: The importance of accreditation for IGOs

    28 May, 2024

    In this episode, IAF WG Food Co-Convener Colin Christmas (EAGLE Certification Group, IQNET representative) leads a discussion with Ali Badarneh (Division Chief, UNIDO), Joseph Wozniak (Head of Trade for Sustainable Development, International Trade Centre), Margarita Corrales (Food Safety Officer, Pan American Health Organization), Steve Wearne (Chair, Codex Alimentarius Commission).

  • Food Sub-Series, Episode 03 - Accreditation Matters: The importance of accreditation for the public sector

    Food Sub-Series, Episode 03 - Accreditation Matters: The importance of accreditation for the public sector

    28 May, 2024

    In this episode, IAF WG Food Co-Convener Colin Christmas (EAGLE Certification Group, IQNET representative) leads a discussion with Cristina Draghici (Director for Conformity Assessment and Consumer Matters, ISO), Cynthia Woodley (COO and psychometrician, Professional Testing Inc.), Elias Rafoul (Vice Chair, ISO/CASCO; Vice President - Accreditation Services, Standards Council of Canada), Mike O'Neill (Head of Codex Policy and Strategy, UK Food Standards Agency).

  • Episode 01 - Accreditation Matters: Our Role in the Quality Infrastructure

    Episode 01 - Accreditation Matters: Our Role in the Quality Infrastructure

    24 July, 2022

    In this episode, Brendon Moo of the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) interviews Kylie Sheehan of the Joint Accreditation System of Australia and New Zealand (JAS-ANZ), IAF MLA Management Committee Chair, and Jennifer Evans of NATA, ILAC Arrangement Management Committee Chair, on the role of accreditation and accredited conformity assessment services within the quality infrastructure community. Ms. Evans and Ms. Sheehan highlight the importance of accreditation and the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement/ILAC Mutual Recognition Arrangement, their contribution to sustainability, and the work of IAF, ILAC, NATA and JAS-ANZ. They also share their views on the IAF and ILAC project to create a single international organization for accreditation.

  • Episode 02 - Accreditation Matters: Our Role in ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance)

    Episode 02 - Accreditation Matters: Our Role in ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance)

    24 November, 2022

    In this episode, Rebecca Sheehan of the ILAC Secretariat interviews IAF Chair Emanuele Riva (Accredia) and AFRAC Chair Ron Josias (SANAS) on the role of accreditation and accredited conformity assessment in supporting environmental, social and governance (ESG) declarations. Mr. Riva and Mr. Josias discuss topics including the importance of ESG criteria, how accreditation can combat greenwashing and support human health, international collaboration in this area, and the value of IAF CertSearch.

  • Episode 03 - Accreditation Matters: Digital and Technological Advance for Accredited Conformity Assessment

    Episode 03 - Accreditation Matters: Digital and Technological Advance for Accredited Conformity Assessment

    12 December, 2022

    In this episode, IAF CABAC Chair Marcus Long (IIOC) interviews IAF UAC Vice-Chair Sheronda Jeffries (TIA QuEST Forum) and Professor Pavel Castka (University of Canterbury) about the role of technology in delivering trustworthy, effective, and valuable accredited conformity assessment. They discuss topics including the impact of COVID-19 on the conformity assessment community, views on digitalization and remote audits and assessments, new technologies, and the opportunities and challenges of digital transformation.

  • Episode 04 - Accreditation Matters: Our Role in Enabling the Circular Economy

    Episode 04 - Accreditation Matters: Our Role in Enabling the Circular Economy

    31 January, 2023

    In this episode, Dr. Aparna Dhawan (TIC Council) interviews Dr. Bernardo Calzadilla-Sarmiento (UNIDO) and Dr. Stefanie Vehring (TUV SUD) on the circular economy and how accreditation can support industry in the transition to more sustainable products and processes as well as the importance of accreditation in the verification of circular economy claims.

  • Episode 05 - Accreditation Matters: Accreditation's Vital Role in Shaping the Future of Sustainability

    Episode 05 - Accreditation Matters: Accreditation's Vital Role in Shaping the Future of Sustainability

    12 October, 2023

    In this episode, IAF Chair Emanuele Riva (Accredia) interviews the IAF Sustainability WG Co-convener Cesare Saccani (President of Diligentia Association) on how accreditation bodies support the credibility and reliability of sustainability claims in various sectors, including finance, public procurement, and international trade. The podcast also highlights the convergence of regulatory frameworks worldwide, emphasizing the need for a common standard to evaluate sustainability claims accurately.

  • Food Sub-Series, Episode 01 - Accreditation Matters: The Role of Accreditation in the Food Sector

    Food Sub-Series, Episode 01 - Accreditation Matters: The Role of Accreditation in the Food Sector

    25 January, 2024

    The Role of Accreditation in the Food Sector' is the first episode of an Accreditation Matters sub-series that will examine topics such as the role of accreditation in ensuring food safety, supporting sustainability, and confirming regulatory compliance. In this episode, IAF WG Food Co-Convener Colin Christmas (EAGLE Certification Group, IQNET Member) leads a discussion with IAF WG Food Co-Convener Wolfram Hartmann (DAkkS), IAF MLA Committee Chair Kylie Sheehan (JASANZ), Vani Bhambri Arora (UAF), and Skip Greenaway (EAGLE Certification Group). Guests highlight the importance of IAF and ILAC, types of conformity assessment relating to the food industry, main standards and schemes, and the process used for endorsement of schemes under the IAF Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA).

  • Food Sub-Series, Episode 02 - Accreditation Matters: The Importance of Accreditation for the Private Sector

    Food Sub-Series, Episode 02 - Accreditation Matters: The Importance of Accreditation for the Private Sector

    10 February, 2024

    In this episode, IAF WG Food Co-Convener Colin Christmas (EAGLE Certification Group, IQNET representative) leads a discussion with LeAnn Chuboff (Vice President of Technical Affairs, SQF), Chryssa Dimitriadis (Director of IFS Standard Management, IFS), Aldin Hilbrands (CEO, Foundation FSSC), Quincy Lissaur (Executive Director, SSAFE), Amanda McCarthy (Business Director, BRCGS), and Mark Overland (industry representative, formerly at Cargill). The guests highlight main conformity assessment schemes and standards, and discuss the key role of accreditation in the production of safe food and assuring consumers that products meet dietary and sustainability claims.