Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/25/2010 -- In recognition of World Standards Day on October 14, BSI Group, the world's first national standards body, announces its release of a new documentary on accessibility entitled, "Standards Make the World Accessible for All." Debuting in Brussels at the European Commission's World Standards Day 2010 Conference, Accessibility for All, the documentary features the important role standards play in allowing everyone easier access to transport, buildings and the World Wide Web.

"People have different needs and abilities", says BSI Film Producer Sofie Sandell. "In this video we want to give them a voice to make sure that their needs are heard and fulfilled thanks to standards".

The documentary touches on several aspects of accessibility, from buildings to websites. The key messages are: If people don't have access to buildings, transport and the web, they are locked out from society; standards create opportunities for an active life for all.

BSI Group has always been committed to establishing and supporting standards which promote the availability of products and services to all consumers, regardless of physical limitations. This year's event will highlight the effort BSI is making in this area.

"Accessibility has become an increasing focus for BSI, recognizing that many of us may at some stage suffer from physical, visual or audio impairment," explains BSI Director of Standards Mike Low. "Be it our homes, our offices, places of recreation or key tools such as computers, the web or phones, it is essential that we are all able to make use of them. By bringing together all the interested parties – the public, industry representative groups and regulators – we are now building a very successful suite of standards tools to achieve better and affordable accessibility."

Buildings. BSI's accessible buildings standard is one of the first and the most advanced accessibility standards in the world. BS 8300 has been developed by the construction industry in partnership with disability groups. Its reach extends beyond disabled access to inclusive design, which means it encompasses the needs of other physically-challenged groups like the elderly and children. It is now used in the design of all public buildings and spaces in the UK and has brought about a fundamental improvement in access, enabling disabled people to benefit equally from all public services, ranging from hospitals to libraries.

Web. Web accessibility is one of the key highlights of this year's World Standards Day. Together with top experts in the field, BSI Group is at the leading edge of delivering solutions in web accessibility. The team is currently working on a new standard (BS 8878) which is due to be published next month, which promises to make a big impact on the way people will be able to access the web.

If you would like to have a copy of the video or for more information on BSI standards on Buildings Accessibility and Web Accessibility, please contact Chiara Carella, PR Manager, BSI Group, at chiara.carella@bsigroup.com

The video will also be uploaded online from BSI's YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/BSIBritishStandards on Thursday, 14 October.

About BSI
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

For further information please visit www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1-800-862-4977

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Reston,, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/20/2010 -- BSI announced it is featuring two prominent business solutions at this year's ASIS International Conference in Dallas, Texas on October 12 to 15. BSI's award-winning Supply Chain Security Solution and Business Continuity Management are recognized throughout the world as solutions that help businesses thrive.

The Department of Homeland Security adopted BSI's Business Continuity Management Standard, BS 25999, for the Voluntary Private Sector Preparedness Accreditation and Certification Program (PS-Prep). This internationally recognized standard for Business Continuity helps businesses around the world develop resilience and recovery strategies that protect staff, preserve reputation, and provide the ability to continue operating during the most challenging and exceptional circumstances.

BSI's Supply Chain Solutions was recently recognized as one of the top 100 Supply and Demand Chain Innovators by Supply & Demand Chain Executive and was chosen by the U.S. Government as a single-source provider of web-based global supply chain risk assessment and data evaluation services.

BSI personnel will be available at Booth #4202 at ASIS to discuss these winning solutions.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/13/2010 -- BSI announced it is featuring its premiere software solution, Entropy, at NAEM's Annual Management Forum for Environmental and Health and Safety professionals in Indianapolis on October 13 to 15. Entropy, BSI's cutting-edge software, is used around the world by leading businesses to achieve and maintain compliance to quality, environmental, and health and safety regulations, including ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OSHAS 18001.

Featuring modules to meet the specific needs for environmental systems managers as well health and safety compliance officers, Entropy allows users to add and integrate any number of risk disciplines into their management process and provides a complete framework for managing risk at a specific site or across the entire organization. The Entropy Solution is designed to manage data effectively and efficiently, improve performance management, provide clearer corporate reporting, and facilitate information and document management.

At NAEM, BSI will provide a brief demonstration of Entropy's powerful solution at Booth #6.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com
.
BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1-800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

BSI Holds Important Series on Medical Device Regulations in Asia Fourth Session Chicago, IL October 22nd

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/27/2010 -- Focus on Asia Series Highlights Prime Areas of Growth BSI announces its series of seminars on regulatory requirements in Asia for medical device companies are to be held in:

• Austin, TX – October 15, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Princeton, NJ – October 19, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Atlanta, GA – October 21, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Chicago, IL – October 22, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Geared toward commercial and regulatory staff who need to navigate the various regulatory landscapes across Asia, these seminars will help facilitate US companies expand their medical device exports.

Jack Wong, BSI's Vice President for Regulatory Affairs in Asia will lead this discussion and cover the recent regulation changes in China, India, South Korea, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, and Japan. As the Vice-Chairman of the Regulatory Training Working Group within the Asian Harmonization Working Party, Mr. Wong will also speak to various efforts to harmonize regulatory requirements.

Asia is a prime market for growth for medical device companies. To ensure efficient product launch and regulatory conformance, companies must comply with an evolving and often confusing regulatory environment. BSI's Focus on Asia series will provide an overview of developing trends and projects that may influence future regulations. Companies that can realize rapid registration and regulatory approval in Asia will gain a significant competitive advantage.

To register for these events: http://www.bsiamerica.com/asiatraining

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

BSI Holds Important Seminar Series Targeted To Small Businesses in Harrisburg on September 30th

Reston,, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/21/2010 -- BSI announces its series of seminars for small business. These sessions, entitled Breakfast with BSI, highlight methodologies to improve business performance. By learning from other organizations' mistakes and successes, attendees will be able to apply these strategies to their own businesses.

These sessions will be held in:

- San Diego, CA – September 28, 2010 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

- Harrisburg, PA – September 30, 2010 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

- Austin, TX – October 14, 2010 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Geared toward small business owners and managers, these sessions will emphasize how ISO 9001 can help you streamline processes and develop practices that produce quality products and services that are dependable and consistent. ISO 9001 streamlines business processes and may make your business eligible for bids that require ISO certification.

A Quality Management System, such as ISO 9001, can help demonstrate to customers, suppliers, and shareholders that an organization's goods and services will consistently be the highest quality. This is valuable for organizations of any size in any industry.
To register for any one of these sessions, visit: www.bsiamerica.com/events

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/21/2010 -- BSI announces its series of seminars for small business. These sessions, entitled Breakfast with BSI, highlight methodologies to improve business performance. By learning from other organizations' mistakes and successes, attendees will be able to apply these strategies to their own businesses.

These sessions will be held in:

- San Diego, CA – September 28, 2010 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
- Harrisburg, PA – September 30, 2010 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
- Austin, TX – October 14, 2010 from 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

Geared toward small business owners and managers, these sessions will emphasize how ISO 9001 can help you streamline processes and develop practices that produce quality products and services that are dependable and consistent. ISO 9001 streamlines business processes and may make your business eligible for bids that require ISO certification.

A Quality Management System, such as ISO 9001, can help demonstrate to customers, suppliers, and shareholders that an organization's goods and services will consistently be the highest quality. This is valuable for organizations of any size in any industry.

To register for any one of these sessions, visit: http://www.bsiamerica.com/events

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice
• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines
• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.
• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices
• Performance management software solutions
• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains
• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1-800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston,, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/10/2010 -- BSI announces its next webinar, "How to Enhance Your AS9100 Certification and Proactively Manage Your Quality System," will be held on September 15, 2010 at 1:00 pm ET. This webinar, hosted by Gene Morrison, a 30-year veteran of the aerospace industry and one of BSI's subject matter experts, will highlight some of the rule changes to the AS9100 scheme brought about by Revision C. Webinar participants will also view a solution demonstration on effectively addressing management systems needs across the entire organization.

The International Aerospace Quality Group's (IAQG) latest revision to the AS9100 family of standards imposes a number of additional requirements on the industry and expands the scope of the standard to include space and defense industries with land and sea-based systems for defense applications. According to the IAQG, organizations only have until July 1, 2012 to become compliant with these new requirements or lose their certification. This deadline makes it imperative to adopt systems and methodologies that significantly increase efficiency and accurately demonstrate conformance.

A key goal of Revision C is to enhance the on-time, on-quality, delivery of products and services to the Aerospace, Space and Defense industry. BSI's Entropy® Software Solution, featured in this webinar, promotes the collaboration, accountability and transparency in reporting required to fully comply with the scheme's regulations.

Register for BSI's next FREE webinar on http://www.bsiamerica.com/events.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

BSI Hosts Free Webinar on Facilitating Conformance

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/01/2010 -- BSI announces its next webinar, "How to Enhance Your AS9100 Certification and Proactively Manage Your Quality System," will be held on September 15, 2010 at 1:00 pm ET. This webinar, hosted by Gene Morrison, a 30-year veteran of the aerospace industry and one of BSI's subject matter experts, will highlight some of the rule changes to the AS9100 scheme brought about by Revision C. Webinar participants will also view a solution demonstration on effectively addressing management systems needs across the entire organization.

The International Aerospace Quality Group's (IAQG) latest revision to the AS9100 family of standards imposes a number of additional requirements on the industry and expands the scope of the standard to include space and defense industries with land and sea-based systems for defense applications. According to the IAQG, organizations only have until July 1, 2012 to become compliant with these new requirements or lose their certification. This deadline makes it imperative to adopt systems and methodologies that significantly increase efficiency and accurately demonstrate conformance.

A key goal of Revision C is to enhance the on-time, on-quality, delivery of products and services to the Aerospace, Space and Defense industry. BSI's Entropy® Software Solution, featured in this webinar, promotes the collaboration, accountability and transparency in reporting required to fully comply with the scheme's regulations.

Register for BSI's next FREE webinar on http://www.bsiamerica.com/events.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:
• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/17/2010 -- BSI announces its next webinar, "Strengthening the Environmental Management System to increase Value," which will be held on September 9, 2010 at 1:00 pm EDT.

Drawing from the analysis of auditors' field observations, BSI's webinar will examine the most commonly identified issues in EMS audits and offer insights to improve environmental management performance.

While being environmentally-responsible is the "right" thing to do; this webinar will demonstrate how the EMS can directly benefit organizations by controlling risk and raising the bottom line. Whether a company is actively maintaining an Environmental Management System (EMS) or is considering implementing one, understanding the intent of the ISO 14001:2004 requirements is the first step to unlocking its potential.

Though the economy is beginning to recover, pressures will continue within organizations to control costs in support of the bottom line. An EMS can provide business with a framework for managing environmental responsibilities and costs efficiently, integrating requirements into a company's overall business operation.

Register for BSI's next FREE webinar on http://www.bsiamerica.com/events.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/11/2010 -- BSI announced that they were selected by Industries for the Blind as their preferred on-site training provider for ISO 9001. BSI's two-part program integrated ISO management requirements into the organization's standard internal auditor class. This flexibility allowed Industries for the Blind to accommodate both their existing management and new internal auditors.

According to John Hankwitz, Vice President for Quality at the Industries for the Blind, BSI's training design provided minimum disruption to the normal workflow and the on-site training option allowed Industries for the Blind to avoid costly travel expenses, giving more employees the opportunity to participate in the program.

Hankwitz was thrilled with the program, noting specifically BSI's flexibility and ability to deliver the program to suit Industries of the Blind's needs. "The instructor sometimes needs to read and describe the slides for the visually impaired and blind. The instructor was just outstanding."

"There are three benefits to BSI's on-site training: convenience, cost-savings and flexibility," stated Shereen Abuzobaa, Vice President for Marketing and Training at BSI. "The training BSI provided Institute for the Blind gave them all three."

Hankwitz said he was satisfied with the management training because it reminded everybody of the importance of ISO and how it fits into the way we do business. According to Hankwitz, the review material placed, "everybody on the same level and headed in the right direction, which I thought was critical."

To learn more about the training provided Industries of the Blind and other programs offered by BSI, visit www.bsiamerica.com/onsitetraining.

About Industries for the Blind
Industries for the Blind, Inc., of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was established in 1952 for the purpose of providing employment opportunities for blind and visually impaired individuals. Industries for the Blind, Inc. of Milwaukee (IB Milwaukee) is a self-sustaining, not-for-profit organization that provides individuals the opportunity to work, grow, develop life skills and maintain independence through meaningful jobs.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice
• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines
• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives
• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices
• Performance management software solutions
• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains
• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/29/2010 -- BSI announces its next free webinar, entitled "Supply Chain Risk and Security - A Focus on Trends and Solutions for the US - Canada Marketplace," to be held on Wednesday, August 11, 2009. This webinar will provide a tutorial on established and emerging threats to supply chain security and outline best approaches to avoiding cargo disruption, with a particular emphasis on US-Canada trade.

According to the US Census Bureau, trade last year between Canada and the US exceeded US$430 Billion . The Commerce Department estimates there is US$1.5 billion in two-way commercial traffic every day between the two countries, with approximately 70% transported by truck. With this much freight moving every day, cargo exposure risk is a serious problem. Theft, loss, tampering, the introduction of unmanifested cargo, and other forms of cargo disruption are serious threats to cross border trade.

BSI's next webinar will be conducted by Beth Adams, a recognized expert in supply chain compliance with a background in both academia and industry. This webinar will demonstrate ways to develop a best-in-class supply chain security system, highlighting the advantages of applying a true "risk-based" approach across the entire enterprise supplier network. In addition, Ms. Adams will provide an overview of the C-TPAT, PIP and FAST programs, including eligibility requirements and benefits, as well as the new ACI Phase 3 requirements.

Register for BSI's next FREE webinar on http://www.bsiamerica.com/US-CanadaSupplyChainRisk.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

http://www.census.gov/foreign-trade/balance/c1220.html#2009

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com

Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
BSI
Reston, VA, USA
1 800-862-4977
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/23/2010 -- As one of the first Certification Bodies to be certified by RABQSA, BSI now offers the International Aerospace Quality Group's sanctioned "Aerospace Auditor Transition Training" (AATT). This training covers the latest revision to the quality management system standard for Aviation, Space and Defense Organizations, AS9100. The training is mandatory for all auditors needing to certify organizations to AS9100 Revision C.

All Aerospace companies must be compliant to the new revision of AS9100 by July 1, 2012. BSI is one of the few companies qualified to offer the transition training as well as the required audits for certification.

BSI offers on-site as well as public training for the AATT course. The first class is scheduled for August 23 – 26, 2010 in Cape Canaveral, FL. To sign-up, visit http://www.bsiamerica.com/revc. To schedule on-site training, contact 1.800.862.4977 or by email: solutions.msamericas@bsigroup.com.

RABQSA certification provides international and industry recognition for training providers. As IAQG is a cooperative global organization comprised of companies from quality groups from the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific, BSI is now certified to offer all of its customers across the globe assessment and training services for AS9100.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice
• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines
• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.
• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices
• Performance management software solutions
• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains
• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/15/2010 -- BSI is hosting an important free webinar on July 20, 2010 at 1:00 pm ET to review the three Business Continuity Management (BCM) standards recently adopted by the Department of Homeland Security for the Voluntary Private Sector Preparedness Accreditation and Certification Program (PS-Prep).

BSI's Product Manager for the Americas, Robert Whitcher, will provide a brief overview of three standards, BS 25999, NFPA 1600 and ASIS SPC-1, and discuss some of the similarities and differences among BS 25999, NFPA 1600 and ASIS SPC-1.

Business Continuity Management helps organizations minimize the risks involved in the event of disruption of business. With a certified BCM plan in place, businesses develop resilience and recovery strategies that protect staff, preserve the organization's reputation and provide the ability to continue operating during the most challenging and exceptional circumstances.

To register for this free webinar, go to http://www.bsiamerica.com/bcmwebinar

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice
• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines
• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.
• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices
• Performance management software solutions
• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains
• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

For further information please visit http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1-800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/14/2010 -- BSI announces it is one of the first Certification Bodies to be certified by RABQSA to provide the International Aerospace Quality Group's sanctioned "Aerospace Auditor Transition Training" (AATT). This training covers the latest revision to the quality management system standard for Aviation, Space and Defense Organizations, AS9100. The training is mandatory for all auditors needing to certify organizations to AS9100 Revision C.

Several BSI auditors and trainers were successful participants in the first AATT course as well as the first train the trainer course, the "Aviation, Space and Defense Evaluator Course." Both courses are sanctioned by the IAQG.

"BSI maintains its leadership position in the Aerospace industry with this latest RABQSA certification. We are pleased to be able to continue to offer our customers the high quality training they have come to expect from BSI," stated Todd VanderVen, President, BSI Group America Inc.

All Aerospace companies must be compliant to the new revision of AS9100 by July 1, 2012. BSI is one of the few companies qualified to offer the transition training as well as the required audits for certification.

BSI offers on-site as well as public training for the AATT course. The first class is scheduled for August 23 – 26, 2010 in Cape Canaveral, FL. To schedule training, contact 1.800.862.4977 or by email: solutions.msamericas@bsigroup.com.

RABQSA certification provides international and industry recognition for training providers. As IAQG is a cooperative global organization comprised of companies from quality groups from the Americas, Europe and Asia Pacific, BSI is now certified to offer all of its customers across the globe assessment and training services for AS9100.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/29/2010 -- BSI will host an important free webinar on Wednesday, June 30 at 1:00 EDT for all stakeholders associated with Aviation, Space and Defense industries to review the latest revision of the Aerospace quality standard series, including AS9100, AS9110 and AS9120. To remain competitive and compliant, companies involved in these sectors must become certified to this new standard by July 1, 2012. The existing standard, AS9100B, applies to the quality management system for Aerospace organizations; whereas, the new revision AS9100C applies to Aviation, Space and Defense Organizations.

The AS series of standards are based on ISO 9001:2008 and the specific requirements of the Aviation, Space and Defense industries. The industry requirements included within the new revision "C" have been expanded to include concepts such as "Risk Management –Special Requirements – Critical Items – Key Characteristics". In addition to the re-issue of the AS9100 standard, the checklist that was used to guide the audit process for certification has been updated and now becomes a standard in its own right that will be used for undertaking all audits for certification to the revised AS9100 standard. The changes embedded in the new requirements and revisions will have varying impacts on the stakeholder community.

This presentation will help participants gain an appreciation of what lies ahead, and highlight some of the common issues when trying to achieve successful certification/registration. Led by one of BSI's Global Aerospace experts, Larry Henderson, this webinar will review the impact the newest revision to the AS series will have and what actions are required by Aviation, Space and Defense companies prior to seeking registration.

To register for this FREE event, go to http://www.bsiamerica.com/events.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU
Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/25/2010 -- BSI will host an important free webinar on Wednesday, June 30 at 1:00 EDT for all stakeholders associated with Aviation, Space and Defense industries to review the latest revision of the Aerospace quality standard series, including AS9100, AS9110 and AS9120. To remain competitive and compliant, companies involved in these sectors must become certified to this new standard by July 1, 2012. The existing standard, AS9100B, applies to the quality management system for Aerospace organizations; whereas, the new revision AS9100C applies to Aviation, Space and Defense Organizations.

The AS series of standards are based on ISO 9001:2008 and the specific requirements of the Aviation, Space and Defense industries. The industry requirements included within the new revision "C" have been expanded to include concepts such as "Risk Management –Special Requirements – Critical Items – Key Characteristics". In addition to the re-issue of the AS9100 standard, the checklist that was used to guide the audit process for certification has been updated and now becomes a standard in its own right that will be used for undertaking all audits for certification to the revised AS9100 standard. The changes embedded in the new requirements and revisions will have varying impacts on the stakeholder community.

This presentation will help participants gain an appreciation of what lies ahead, and highlight some of the common issues when trying to achieve successful certification/registration. Led by one of BSI's Global Aerospace experts, Larry Henderson, this webinar will review the impact the newest revision to the AS series will have and what actions are required by Aviation, Space and Defense companies prior to seeking registration.

To register for this FREE event, go to www.bsiamerica.com/events.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice
• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines
• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.
• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices
• Performance management software solutions
• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains
• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/24/2010 -- BSI announces that its Business Continuity Management standard, BS 25999, has been adopted by the Department of Homeland Security as one of the final standards for the Voluntary Private Sector Preparedness Accreditation and Certification Program (PS-Prep). The program aims to enhance nationwide resilience by encouraging private sector preparedness.

DHS's adoption of BSI's BS 25999 standard as one of only three standards approved for PS-Prep program represents a significant milestone in the implementation of a recommendation from the 9/11 Commission to improve private sector preparedness for disasters and emergencies. According to the Commission's report, "the private sector controls 85 percent of the nation's critical infrastructure," making preparedness essential to effective recovery in the event of a major incident.

"BS 25999 provides the business resilience and consumer confidence essential to rapidly overcome any unplanned interruption of commercial operations. BSI is proud to be a part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's effort to improve disaster and emergency preparedness in the private sector," said Todd VanderVen, President, BSI Americas. "With BS 25999, businesses will be able to better plan for the unexpected and be well equipped to effectively minimize business disruption."

BS 25999 is the internationally recognized standard for Business Continuity Management that helps organizations minimize the risks involved in the event of disruption of business. It helps businesses develop resilience and recovery strategies that protect staff, preserve the organization's reputation and provide the ability to continue operating during the most challenging and exceptional circumstances.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

For further information please visit http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/18/2010 -- The IVD Extension of Scope Establishes BSI as a Full-Service Notified Body for All European Medical Device Directives.

BSI is proud to announce the expansion of its world class Notified Body CE Marking Services to include the In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD) European Directive 98/79/EC. This new extension establishes BSI as a full-service Notified Body supporting all types of devices, encompassing medical, active implantable and now IVDs. BSI has been accredited with a comprehensive scope which includes all In Vitro devices listed in Annex II List A (high risk) and List B (moderate risk) as well as Self Test which are primarily used by lay persons.

IVDs are an essential and fast growing part of the healthcare industry. The In Vitro Diagnostics Directive (IVDD) sets the CE Marking requirements needed to place IVD medical devices on the European market. In Vitro Diagnostics includes devices and accessories used to perform tests on samples, taken away from the body such as blood, urine, tissue, to help detect infection, diagnose a medical condition or prevent disease.

"As technology advances, the divisions between the three Medical Device Directives becomes finer and products may cross over", explains Paul Brooks, Vice President BSI Healthcare. "It is essential that a Notified Body can support clients across all device categories and by extending our scope to include the IVD Directive, BSI will enable customers to work with one organization for all their certification needs."

BSI's IVD Service is built upon the same successful foundation that has made BSI a leading Notified Body, with a worldwide reputation for delivering services that blends experience with safety and speed with predictability. "Our new fully resourced in-house team is one of the most experienced within the industry," states Sue Spencer, BSI Head of IVD. "Our Product Experts have an average 17 years of regulatory and industry experience covering the full scope of IVD products."

BSI is working with two of the world-leading test laboratories, Paul-Ehrlich-Institut in Germany and Sanquin in the Netherlands to provide Annex II List A Verification of Manufactured Product testing. Companies using these laboratories that choose to transfer to BSI can keep their same testing facilities—this will enable a smoother and more seamless transition.

Gary Slack, Commercial Director BSI Healthcare adds, "In the near future we will be offering a series of dynamic and informative complimentary IVD webinars along with more formal training courses, ranging from beginner to advanced. We have developed an excellent program that is designed to meet the regulatory demands of this exciting marketplace— now and in the future."

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/15/2010 -- The recent industrial accidents have highlighted the importance of Occupational Health and Safety. BSI will be exploring this further in its next free webinar, "Exploring the Value of an Occupational Health and Safety Management System", which will be held on Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at 1:00 pm EDT, and will explore how a management system can help address health and safety concerns to improve a company's bottom line.

Safety incidents can cost the lives of employees, affect the livelihood of direct and indirect suppliers, severely tarnish the name and reputation of the company and drive down its value to investors and stakeholders. An Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS), like BSI's OHSAS 18001, sets processes and procedures in place that protect workers and assist companies to meet industry and government compliance to safety regulations.

OHSAS 18001 allows companies to predicatively identify, evaluate, and control their particular health and safety risks, reduce the potential for accidents, sustain regulatory compliance and continually improve organizational performance. At our next webinar, learn the value of an internationally-recognized management system for occupational health and safety, OHSAS 18001.

To register for this FREE event, go to http://www.bsiamerica.com/ohsms.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

•Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/14/2010 -- BSI announces its next webinar in its free ISO/IEC 20000 Series, "Requirements for Service Level Management & Service Level Reporting" on Thursday, June 17, 2010 at 1:00pm EDT.

Increasingly, organizations and government agencies are turning to ISO/IEC 20000 to establish reliable, quality IT service. This important series looks at various aspects of ISO/IEC 20000 and addresses certain elements within the standard.

Service Level Management is one of the vital components for delivering quality IT Services. In this fourth webinar in the ISO/IEC 20000 series, BSI's Product Manager, Robert Whitcher, will be looking at what are the requirements for Service Level Agreements and the type of reporting that should be created to show performance against the agreements.

ISO/IEC 2000 is applicable to any organization, large or small, and is particularly suitable for internal IT service providers, such as IT departments, and external IT service providers, such as IT outsourcing organizations.

To register for this FREE event, go to http://www.bsiamerica.com/iso20000webinar

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston,, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/11/2010 -- Dan Purtell, Senior Vice President for BSI's Supply Chain Security Solutions, will speak on supply chain security at the Maritime Council's June 16 -17, 2010 event to be held at the Organization of American States. Entitled "Security of Global Trade and the Economic Impact on the Americas", Dan joins other experts in supply chain security, including Todd Owen, Executive Director at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Rear Admiral Kevin Cook from the U.S. Coast Guard and Ambassador Albert Ramdin, Asst. Secretary General of the Organization of American States. Secretary of Homeland Security, Janet Napolitano has been invited to give the keynote address.

The maritime industry faces numerous security challenges within the Americas and around the globe, requiring a sharper focus on the movement of cargo. This event, hosted by the not-for-profit Maritime Security Council, will explore supply chain security solutions that ensure transparency, accountability and increased security.

Considered one of the top supply chain security experts, Dan Purtell has conducted transportation infrastructure risk analysis in more than 45 countries. With over 25 years of experience, Dan is frequently consulted to educate corporations, government and insurance underwriters on issues threatening supply chains and ways to fortify security.

BSI's Supply Chain Security Solutions' portfolio offers state-of-the-art supply chain security tools coupled with BSI's extensive field-based network of supply chain security assessment professionals. As a leading global provider of risk-based solutions, assessments, and training programs, BSI's solutions are geared toward improving corporate efficiencies and protecting corporate brand. By incorporating proprietary global cargo tampering data and terrorism risk modeling to evaluate overall supply chain risk as well as the potential risk exposure of specific suppliers, BSI is able to provide maximum visibility and business intelligence to emerging markets and supplier practices worldwide. http://www.supplychainsecurity.com.

About BSI Group
BSI Group is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,500 staff operating in over 140 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark® and CE marking to UK, European and international standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives.

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Supply chain security solutions which identify and mitigate risks in supply chains

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/07/2010 -- BSI announces its next webinar, "Best Approaches to Managing Supply Chain Security Risk and Compliance" will be held on Wednesday, June 9, 2010. This is a free event and will introduce companies on how to develop a best-in-class supply chain security compliance program.

Led by recognized supply chain compliance specialist, Beth Adams, this important session will highlight global trade security compliance gaps and feature lessons-learned from cargo incident trends which have led to program decertification with the U.S. C-TPAT, European Union's AEO and Canada's PIP programs.

Anytime an organization manufactures, procures, and ships products internationally, it is exposed to a wide variety of risks. Learning how to mitigate these risks can help save time and money. This session will also review how to best conduct "total risk" supplier assessments and maintain ongoing supplier control and program compliance.

To register for this free event, log onto: http://www.bsiamerica.com/supplychain.

BSI's Supply Chain Security Solutions' portfolio offers state-of-the-art supply chain security tools coupled with BSI's extensive field-based network of supply chain security assessment professionals. As a leading global provider of risk-based solutions, assessments, and training programs, BSI's solutions are geared toward improving corporate efficiencies and protecting corporate brand. By incorporating proprietary global cargo tampering data and terrorism risk modeling to evaluate overall supply chain risk as well as the potential risk exposure of specific suppliers, BSI is able to provide maximum visibility and business intelligence to emerging markets and supplier practices worldwide. http://www.supplychainsecurity.com.

About BSI
BSI is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,300 staff operating in over 120 countries through more than 50 global offices.

BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice

• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines

• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark and CE marking to UK, European and International standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives

• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices

• Performance management software solutions

• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/02/2010 -- BSI will feature its business solutions at the next summer conference of the United States Organization for Bankruptcy Alternatives in Palm Beach, Florida from June 6 through June 8. BSI will highlight the benefits of certification and training to ISO 9001 for debt settlement companies, which include increasing client retention, improving customer service, instilling confidence in clients and meeting the demands of various regulating bodies.

Debt settlement companies can profit from certifying to ISO 9001 as it ensures consistency and the commitment to continuous improvement of working practices. Quality Management Systems, like ISO 9001, provide methodologies for documenting procedures, streamlining workflows, reducing redundancies and errors, allowing for improvement in the services provided clients as well as facilitating acceleration of products to market.

BSI offers a total solution for assessment, training and certification to ISO 9001. Through certification to ISO 9001, debt settlement companies can establish and maintain compliance imposed by governmental and extra-governmental regulators. ISO 9001 certification gives comfort to both clients and regulators that the business not only is visibly compliant, but also that it provides a quality service for its customers.

About BSI
BSI is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,300 staff operating in over 120 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice
• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines
• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark and CE marking to UK, European and International standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives
• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices
• Performance management software solutions
• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc is the North American division of BSI and the direct website is www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI's Supply Chain Security solutions' portfolio offers state-of-the-art supply chain security tools coupled with BSI's extensive field-based network of supply chain security assessment professionals. http://www.supplychainsecurity.com.

BSI's Entropy Software provides the one solution needed to measure, analyze, address, and audit business practices within a business unit, a specific site or across the enterprise. www.bsiamerica.com/entropy

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm

Reston,, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/01/2010 -- In recognition of Small Business Week, BSI points to its Small Business Solutions as a proven path to success in this ever-demanding economy. Certification and training services can yield tremendous benefits to a small business. Bluegrass, a leading demolition company, is one such example of how a small business simplified its supplier evaluation, improved its customer service and increased its market competitiveness with ISO 9001 certification.

Bluegrass is a small business, with about 50 employees in offices in several US states and one overseas. Bluegrass pursued ISO 9001 certification to grow their business and differentiate themselves from other demolition providers. Their decision to become ISO 9001 certified was additionally driven by their need to be more competitive in US and European markets, where increasingly there are demands for proof of a viable Quality Management System (QMS).

Developing the processes and procedures that ISO 9001 certification requires simplified Bluegrass' supplier evaluation and enhanced customer service. In addition, third-party certification increased their eligibility for contracts requiring ISO 9001. Heather Teate, Quality Manager and Executive Officer stated, "ISO 9001 certification shows people that we have a great system in place and that we care about quality and offer quality services and products to our clients."

They chose BSI as their certification partner because of BSI's reputation with small and large customers. As Bluegrass had an office in Aberdeen, Scotland, BSI provided multinational hands-on customer service. "They were a great fit for us. BSI's auditors were approachable, accessible, and quick to respond to inquiries," said Teate.

BSI offers a comprehensive solution for small business including training, assessment and certification services. With the highest number of full time auditors of any certification body and skilled instructors from a variety of industries, BSI offers the continuity of service that saves company's time and money. BSI works with all types or organizations, large or small, public or private, and in any industry. Our scalable solutions can increase the performance of one division or the entire enterprise, depending on the needs of the organization.

About Bluegrass Bit
For nearly 3 decades, Bluegrass has combined advanced technologies and trained professionals to develop, and deliver creative solutions to client problems by harnessing safe work practices to remote demolition technologies. Bluegrass strategies and demolition techniques enhance safety, maximize production, reduce schedule, while minimizing impact to work space, adjacent operations, and environment.

About BSI
BSI is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,300 staff operating in over 120 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice
• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines
• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark and CE marking to UK, European and International standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives
• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices
• Performance management software solutions
• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is http://www.bsiamerica.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

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Reston, VA -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/28/2010 -- BSI is pleased to announce it has been selected as one of the top 100 supply and demand chain innovators by Supply & Demand Chain Executive magazine, in recognition of its Supply Chain Solutions portfolio. In its 9th year, this award recognizes leading supply and demand solution providers, consultants and demand chains. Competition focused on providers who demonstrated best-in-class solutions that helped customers achieve supply chain excellence during demanding economic times.

"We are delighted that BSI has been recognized by such a prominent magazine. BSI's Supply Chain Solutions offer our customers the ability to recognize and manage risks in their supply chains, allowing them to trim costs and hone their competitive advantage. Our portfolio provides best-in-class strategies and solutions to meet various compliance requirements, including government programs like C-TPAT, PIP, AEO, and corporate governance policies such as sustainability and social responsibility. BSI's full suite of risk and compliance management tools and services helps companies sustain a secure, efficient, and compliant supply chain necessary in today's global market," said Todd VanderVen, President of BSI Group America Inc.

BSI's Supply Chain Security Solutions' portfolio offers state-of-the-art supply chain security tools coupled with BSI's extensive field-based network of supply chain security assessment professionals. As a leading global provider of risk-based solutions, assessments, and training programs, BSI's solutions are geared toward improving corporate efficiencies and protecting corporate brand. By incorporating proprietary global cargo tampering data and terrorism risk modeling to evaluate overall supply chain risk as well as the potential risk exposure of specific suppliers, BSI is able to provide maximum visibility and business intelligence to emerging markets and supplier practices worldwide. www.supplychainsecurity.com.

About BSI
BSI is a global independent business services organization that inspires confidence and delivers assurance to over 80,000 customers with standards-based solutions. Originating as the world's first national standards body, BSI has over 2,300 staff operating in over 120 countries through more than 50 global offices. BSI's key offerings are:

• The development and sale of private, national and international standards and supporting information that promote and share best practice
• Second and third-party management systems assessment and certification in all critical areas of management disciplines
• Testing and certification of services and products for Kitemark and CE marking to UK, European and International standards. BSI is a Notified Body for 15 New Approach EU Directives
• Certification of high-risk, complex medical devices
• Performance management software solutions
• Training services in support of standards implementation and business best practice.

BSI Group America Inc. is the Americas' division of BSI and the direct website is www.bsiamerica.com.

About Supply & Demand Chain Executive
Supply & Demand Chain Executive is the executive's user manual for successful supply and demand chain transformation, utilizing hard-hitting analysis, viewpoints and unbiased case studies to steer executives and supply management professionals through the complicated, yet critical, world of supply and demand chain enablement to gain competitive advantage. On the Web at www.SDCExec.com.

BSI, America
http://www.bsiamerica.com
Shereen Abuzobaa
Vice President Marketing
inquiry.msamericas@bsigroup.com
1800-862-4977

For more information on this press release visit: http://www.releasewire.com/press-releases/release-3.htm