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5 Ways how communication helps to boost your bottom line

Good communication is key to business success. But did you know it can affect the impact quality has on your bottom line? 5 top ways to communicate quality.

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Setting the bar for quality chocolate

Besides creating delicious, organic chocolate, Pacari Chocolate wants to help building the local economy and teach farmers how to work ecologically in Ecuador.

Hydrogen: a practical solution to real energy problems

We need to decarbonise - but how? Here, we present the case for hydrogen, explaining the huge latent potential in hydrogen as a part of our future energy systems.

How sprinkler systems reduce fire deaths by 83 percent

Fire in homes and buildings causes billions of euros of damage every year around the world. These impacts can be reduced dramatically with the help of an automatic sprinkler system.

What makes traditional balsamic vinegar traditional?

When it comes to traditional balsamic vinegar; how do you know for sure, the word traditional is not a marketing trick based on no tradition at all?

4 Tips to stay calm during a quality crisis

When quality dips and disaster strikes, it’s important to know how to stop the problem from spiraling out of control. Here are 4 things you can do to deal with a quality crisis.

Spain’s fishing industry takes Kiwa on board

Spanish fishing association CEPESCA wants to work responsibly and sustainably. Kiwa helps.

Bridge lab safety gaps

With around 150,000 bridges to look after, Germany relies on rigorous inspections and testing. How Germany’s bridge inspectors keep bridges and people safe.

Tank Storage: custom fit solutions(2)

A custom fit answer, in line with regulations and the highest standards – this is what Kiwa offers its clients in the Tank Storage market.

In-house analysis leads to quicker lab results

Many compliance checks involve chemical testing – checking samples taken on-site to make sure they meet regulations. The Kiwa Analytical Chemical Lab provides the experts and equipment needed.

Why a good pitch wins games

When players kick the ball during a match, they want to know that it will behave predictably. Needed: a high-quality and reliable surface. That's where Kiwa kicks in.

The hydrogen potential

Hydrogen is a promising renewable alternative to natural gas. Kiwa offers knowledge, expertise, research and testing.

Eva Alskog’s epic journey to certification

At least once a year, Eva Alskog of Kiwa Sweden travels above the Arctic Circle to certify. Here's why.

Top challenges to get certified on granulated rubble

How sustainability can expand your business

I have seen that the demand to sustainable products and services has increased a lot over the last years and became a top priority topic for international governments, organizations and society. The Paris Agreement from 2016 is for me one of the biggest drivers towards serious changes concerning the climate. Over 170 countries agreed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and limit the global temperature. The market is asking for more sustainable production because the end consumers are demanding more sustainable products.

Circularly undertaking, what does this mean for your organisation?

What can organizations expect from the "Circular Performance Ladder"?