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Certifications in the skin: how accreditation contributes to security in the cosmetics industry
In recent years, the popularity of cosmetic products has intensified, which is reflected in growing demand and, consequently, an increase in the total profits generated by the sector globally. In 2023, the industry recorded a total profit value of more than US$625.6 billion and is expected to reach US$646.13 billion in 2024. It is also […]
From Wood to Efficiency: The Importance of Quality Infrastructure in Clean Cooking
Graph 1: Households that prepare food according to the fuel (energy) they use for cooking Clean cooking or cooking refers to the use of clean fuels and energy-efficient technologies for food preparation. This paradigm seeks to replace traditional cooking methods, which often use solid fuels such as firewood, charcoal or animal manure. These fuels, when […]
Impact of ISO 14001 Certification on Sustainability and Climate Change in Colombia
Economic and Social Research Coordination for Quality InfrastructureOrganismo Nacional de Acreditación de Colombia – ONAC Abstract This study analyzes the impact of ISO 14001 certification on the environmental sustainability of Colombian companies, using data from the Environmental Industrial Survey (EAI). ISO 14001 certified companies invest significantly more in environmental protection, waste management and wastewater treatment […]
Market study of accreditation services in Flor Verde seal
Research coordination for economic and social studies related to quality infrastructure.Organismo Nacional de Acreditación de Colombia – ONAC Abstract The Colombian flower sector plays a key role in the country’s economy, society and environment. This study evaluates the viability of implementing accreditation services based on the Florverde standard, analyzing the economic context and potential interested […]
Market study on acreditation services for the single-use plastics chain
Economic and Social Research Coordination for Quality InfrastructureOrganismo Nacional de Acreditación de Colombia – ONAC Abstract This document analyzes the market for accreditation services in the Colombian Technical Standard 6632:2022 “Plastics. Recycled plastics. Traceability and conformity assessment of plastic recycled and recycled content”. Simultaneously, it analyzes the possible standards that could be applied to the […]
Market study of accreditation services in ISO 21001:2018 – Management Systems for Educational Organizations.
Economic and Social Research Coordination for Quality Infrastructure, Organismo Nacional de Acreditación de Colombia – ONAC Abstract The document analyzes the market for accreditation services in the ISO 21.001 of 2018: Management Systems for Educational Organizations. It names the main Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) that offer such certification in the country, however it is clarified […]
Analysis of the Global Quality Infrastructure Index for Colombia
Quality infrastructure represents the institutional framework within which a country’s public and private entities collaborate to establish and ensure the quality of goods and services…
Market study of accreditation services in Colombian Technical Standards for Tourism Sustainability Management Systems.
Abstract This document analyzes the market for accreditation services in Colombian Technical Standards (NTC) for tourism sustainability management systems. It reveals a positive transition from Sectoral Technical Standards (NTS – the previous standards applied to the tourism sector) to NTC and it also highlights the potential for improving the quality and sustainability of tourism in […]
