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Qatar Tribune
2 hours ago
- Business
- Qatar Tribune
QC gets ISO 37000:2021 for good governance
Tribune News Network Doha As part of its continuous efforts to strengthen institutional governance and adhere to international best practices, Qatar Charity (QC) has been awarded ISO 37000:2021 certification for organisational governance, becoming one of the first humanitarian organisations in the region to earn this prestigious accreditation. This achievement adds to an impressive list of international certifications previously obtained by the organisation, including ISO 9001 for Quality Management, ISO 27001 for Information Security, ISO 31000 for Risk Management, ISO 37301 for Compliance Management, and ISO 18295-1 for Customer Contact Centres. These recognitions reflect Qatar Charity's commitment to applying global best practices across its administrative and operational systems. The ISO 37000 certification was granted following a rigorous auditing process conducted by Bureau Veritas, a global leader in inspection, certification, and auditing services. The certification process took place in two main phases: the first focused on evaluating the governance system's responsibilities, documentation accuracy, and policy clarity; the second assessed the effectiveness of implementation across the organisation's departments. The certificate was officially received by Mohammed Al-Ghamdi, Chief Governance and External Affairs Officer at QC, from Hossam Al-Rifai, Director of Bureau Veritas – Qatar Branch. In a statement on this occasion, Al-Ghamdi expressed pride in the achievement, noting that receiving the ISO 37000:2021 certification is the culmination of extensive efforts and a strategic direction undertaken by the organisation to establish and implement an integrated governance framework. He emphasised that the certification is not merely a goal, but a reflection of Qatar Charity's ongoing institutional maturity and its commitment to continuous improvement in the service of humanitarian work. Qatar Charity has prioritised building a robust and comprehensive governance environment—one that ensures the integration of administrative, oversight, audit, and evaluation roles. This enables informed decision-making, enhances the efficient use of resources, and supports the achievement of long-term developmental impact. Notably, ISO 37000:2021 is the world's first international benchmark for the governance of organisations. It serves as a guiding standard for institutions that uphold the values of integrity, transparency, and social responsibility, while achieving a balance between stakeholder interests and sound administrative systems. The certification holds particular value for non-profit organisations, empowering them to strengthen credibility and accountability both internally and externally, increase development impact, and ensure sustainable, scalable practices.
Hamilton Spectator
5 hours ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
MetaField Achieves ISO and SOC 2 Certifications, Reinforcing Commitment to Security and Operational Excellence
MINNEAPOLIS, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MetaField, the leading field and lab workflow platform for construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, and inspection firms, has successfully completed ISO 27001, SOC 2® Type 1, and SOC 2® Type 2 certification audits. This achievement validates the strength and maturity of MetaField's information security, availability, and confidentiality controls, and marks a significant milestone in MetaField's mission to provide its customers with trusted, secure, and high-performing solutions. Achieving these certifications require months-long, rigorous evaluations by independent third-party auditors. The process involved an extensive audit of MetaField's internal systems, policies, procedures, and risk management practices—ensuring compliance with globally recognized standards for protecting client data and ensuring operational resilience. A Rigorous, Multi-Phase Verification Journey Securing these certifications involved an extensive, organization-wide initiative that included: 'As firms continue to increase their reliance on 3rd party software solutions, they are expecting them to meet these rigorous standards. MetaField does that. This was an intensive, organization-wide effort that validates the trust our customers place in us,' said David Gagne, CEO of Agile Frameworks. 'From field data collection to lab workflows and reporting, our customers handle sensitive operational data every day. These certifications confirm that MetaField meets the highest standards for securing that data, maintaining system availability, and ensuring integrity across the platform.' Security as a Key Software Evaluation Factor With rising cybersecurity threats and increasing scrutiny on data governance, software buyers in the engineering services industry must evaluate not only functionality—but security, compliance, and vendor accountability. 'We know that our customers' data—especially their field and lab test results—is foundational to the quality of work they deliver to their clients,' said Alicia Schimke, CTO of Agile Frameworks. 'These certifications mean our clients don't have to compromise—MetaField provides secure, audit-ready engineering software that supports compliance, uptime, and client confidence.' Trusted by Industry Leaders By achieving these certifications, MetaField gives construction materials testing, geotechnical, and inspection firms confidence that: These assurances reinforce MetaField's commitment to being a trusted, secure, and forward-looking partner for the industry's most discerning firms. About MetaField MetaField is the leading field and lab Operational Workflow Platform that transforms the way engineering services firms deliver. By integrating every step of the workflow – from scheduling to field data collection and lab analysis, to reporting, client delivery, and invoicing – MetaField enables firms to streamline operations, improve data accuracy, and maximize profitability. Developed and supported by Agile Frameworks, MetaField demonstrates a steadfast commitment to empowering firms in achieving operational excellence. As North America's leading provider, we bring 14 years of expertise and are trusted by over 150 companies across the continent. Our solutions cater to engineering services firms specializing in construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, inspections, and beyond. For more information about MetaField, visit . Media Contact: Mara Zimmerman Sr. Director of Marketing, MetaField mzimmerman@ 651-767-2799
Toronto Star
5 hours ago
- Business
- Toronto Star
MetaField Achieves ISO and SOC 2 Certifications, Reinforcing Commitment to Security and Operational Excellence
MINNEAPOLIS, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — MetaField, the leading field and lab workflow platform for construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, and inspection firms, has successfully completed ISO 27001, SOC 2® Type 1, and SOC 2® Type 2 certification audits. This achievement validates the strength and maturity of MetaField's information security, availability, and confidentiality controls, and marks a significant milestone in MetaField's mission to provide its customers with trusted, secure, and high-performing solutions. Achieving these certifications require months-long, rigorous evaluations by independent third-party auditors. The process involved an extensive audit of MetaField's internal systems, policies, procedures, and risk management practices—ensuring compliance with globally recognized standards for protecting client data and ensuring operational resilience.
Globe and Mail
6 hours ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
MetaField Achieves ISO and SOC 2 Certifications, Reinforcing Commitment to Security and Operational Excellence
MINNEAPOLIS, July 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MetaField, the leading field and lab workflow platform for construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, and inspection firms, has successfully completed ISO 27001, SOC 2 ® Type 1, and SOC 2 ® Type 2 certification audits. This achievement validates the strength and maturity of MetaField's information security, availability, and confidentiality controls, and marks a significant milestone in MetaField's mission to provide its customers with trusted, secure, and high-performing solutions. Achieving these certifications require months-long, rigorous evaluations by independent third-party auditors. The process involved an extensive audit of MetaField's internal systems, policies, procedures, and risk management practices—ensuring compliance with globally recognized standards for protecting client data and ensuring operational resilience. A Rigorous, Multi-Phase Verification Journey Securing these certifications involved an extensive, organization-wide initiative that included: ISO 27001: Demonstrating the design and implementation of a comprehensive Information Security Management System (ISMS) aligned with global standards. SOC 2 Type 1: Verifying that essential security and compliance controls were properly designed at a point in time. SOC 2 Type 2: Proving the effectiveness of those controls over time—ensuring sustained operational integrity and maturity across systems and processes. NQA-1 Audit: Alongside the ISO and SOC 2 audits, Agile Frameworks participated in a client-led NQA-1 audit as part of their software vendor approval process. Following a rigorous four-week, seven-step evaluation, MetaField was found to be in compliance with applicable NQA-1 2008/2009a requirements and was added to the client's Approved Supplier List for the MetaField software—further reinforcing our commitment to quality, security, and traceability. 'As firms continue to increase their reliance on 3 rd party software solutions, they are expecting them to meet these rigorous standards. MetaField does that. This was an intensive, organization-wide effort that validates the trust our customers place in us,' said David Gagne, CEO of Agile Frameworks. 'From field data collection to lab workflows and reporting, our customers handle sensitive operational data every day. These certifications confirm that MetaField meets the highest standards for securing that data, maintaining system availability, and ensuring integrity across the platform.' Security as a Key Software Evaluation Factor With rising cybersecurity threats and increasing scrutiny on data governance, software buyers in the engineering services industry must evaluate not only functionality—but security, compliance, and vendor accountability. 'We know that our customers' data—especially their field and lab test results—is foundational to the quality of work they deliver to their clients,' said Alicia Schimke, CTO of Agile Frameworks. 'These certifications mean our clients don't have to compromise—MetaField provides secure, audit-ready engineering software that supports compliance, uptime, and client confidence.' Trusted by Industry Leaders By achieving these certifications, MetaField gives construction materials testing, geotechnical, and inspection firms confidence that: Their operational and testing data is protected by ISO 27001 and SOC 2-compliant controls Systems are continuously monitored and resilient against cyber threats Internal governance and risk management practices are proactively enforced Their software partner is investing in long-term security and compliance These assurances reinforce MetaField's commitment to being a trusted, secure, and forward-looking partner for the industry's most discerning firms. About MetaField MetaField is the leading field and lab Operational Workflow Platform that transforms the way engineering services firms deliver. By integrating every step of the workflow – from scheduling to field data collection and lab analysis, to reporting, client delivery, and invoicing – MetaField enables firms to streamline operations, improve data accuracy, and maximize profitability. Developed and supported by Agile Frameworks, MetaField demonstrates a steadfast commitment to empowering firms in achieving operational excellence. As North America's leading provider, we bring 14 years of expertise and are trusted by over 150 companies across the continent. Our solutions cater to engineering services firms specializing in construction materials testing, geotechnical engineering, inspections, and beyond. For more information about MetaField, visit
Business Wire
6 hours ago
- Business
- Business Wire
ERI's John Shegerian Weighs in on the '10 Commandments of ITAD' at 2025 ITAD Summit
LAS VEGAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--John Shegerian, Co-Founder, Chairman and CEO of ERI, the nation's first carbon neutral resource recovery, ITAD, mobility and data destruction/processing provider, participated in a show-headlining panel conversation yesterday at the ITAD Summit at the Bellagio Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. The show-opening event was emceed by ITAD thought leader Todd Zegers, President & CEO of CXtec, and the panel featured the 'Three Wise Men of ITAD,' Shegerian; Eric Ingebretsen, CCO of TES Sustainable Technology; and Paul Knight, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of illumynt. Shegerian and his fellow panelists discussed the latest topics and trends in the ITAD space and shared insights on the value of partnerships, customer relationships, best practices for leadership in the industry, scaling the business sustainably, and much more. The panel also engaged in a spirited Q&A discussion with Zegers and the capacity audience. 'We had our biggest turnout yet for the ITAD Summit this year,' said Robert Tokarchyk, CEO of RazorERP, producers of the event. 'At the ITAD Summit events we aim to spark proactive conversation and discussion of best practices across the rapidly evolving ITAD landscape. It has been rewarding to be able to provide an event where our attendees can engage with the very best in the industry's thought-leaders, suppliers and pioneers, like John Shegerian, Todd Zegers, Eric Ingebretsen and Paul Knight, who were each able to share up-to-the-minute perspectives on vital issues and challenges impacting ITAD management today.' 'It was a great honor and privilege to speak at the ITAD Summit in Las Vegas, sharing information, alongside my esteemed industry colleagues, on the most critical and pressing issues in the industry today,' said Shegerian. 'This event is vitally important to organizations of all shapes and sizes, because it gives thought leaders from all over the world the opportunity to share what they know and discuss vital best practices for ITAD.' ITAD Summit is a collaborative forum covering advances in technology, IT processes, and trends that help organizations expand their possibilities. ERI is the first material resource recovery, ITAD and mobility recycling company that is carbon neutral and zero waste. ERI is certified at the highest level by all leading environmental and data security oversight organizations to de-manufacture, recycle, and refurbish every type of electronic device in an environmentally responsible manner. It is the first and only company in its industry to achieve carbon neutrality at all its facilities nationwide, and the first to achieve ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certifications for security and data protection. ERI has the capacity to process more than a billion pounds of electronic waste annually at its eight certified locations, serving every zip code in the United States. ERI's mission is to protect people, the planet and privacy. For more information about ITAD services and e-waste recycling at ERI, call 1-800-ERI-DIRECT or visit
