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Stay ahead in an increasingly connected world with SS 695

Internet of Things (IoT) technologies are revolutionising urban landscapes, making smart cities a reality by connecting devices, systems, and services. However, the growing ecosystem of interconnected devices presents challenges in interoperability, requiring standardised frameworks to ensure seamless communication. ...

Poised for Regional Growth with SS ISO 37001

In 2018, AETOS adopted SS ISO 37001 – Anti-bribery Management Systems. The standard provides guidance for organisations to establish, implement, maintain and improve their anti-bribery management systems. Mr Tan Boon Heng, Head of Inspectorate and Compliance, AETOS, says, “We uphold a zero-tolerance policy towards bribery and corruption. Integrity is our core value, guiding how we do business. As Singapore’s first security firm to achieve SS ISO 37001 certification, AETOS remains committed to the highest corporate standards, fostering trust and confidence among clients and partners.” ...

Safeguarding Medicine Delivery to Consumer with SS 644

SS 644, a Singapore Standard introduced in 2019, establishes best practices for the secure handling of medications for delivery to patients. The standard provides clear guidance for healthcare and logistics service providers on proper storage, security, traceability and safety of medication during the delivery process, and compliance with legal and professional requirements. Currently under revision, SS 644 aims to incorporate the latest developments in logistics and healthcare, to keep up to changing needs and technological advances as well as to enhance the accessibility of last mile medication delivery services to consumers. ...

DRIVING COST SAVINGS WITH ISO 41001 CERTIFICATION THROUGH SMART TECHNOLOGIES INTEGRATION

With an ageing local workforce and building infrastructure, the Facilities Management (FM) industry faces increasing manpower challenges and a rising demand for building maintenance. This makes it essential to transform the industry into one that is more manpower-efficient and productive. To address the challenges faced by the FM industry, the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) was tasked with coordinating its development ...

Driving Sports Safety and Business Growth with SS 681:2022

The standard empowered the company to rebound quickly post-pandemic and grow its local and international partnerships for a more successful comeback. In 2023, Orange Room adopted SS 681:2022 – Code of Practice for Sport Safety, a standard that improves sport safety across diverse settings, from competitive and school sports to recreational and fitness activities. ...

Meeting the Demand for Smart, Sustainable Factories with SS IEC 62541

Using the standard as a foundation, Bosch Rexroth Singapore developed a technology that facilitates seamless communication across industrial systems, allowing clients to gain full control of their factory floors for data and energy monitoring. ...

A Cleaner, Greener Urban Farm with SS 661

Sustenir Group Pte Ltd adopted SS 661: Specification for clean and green urban farms – Agriculture to meet the rising demand for vegetables that exclude the use of chemical pesticides. In resource-scarce Singapore, utilising sustainable and efficient farming practices is also crucial. ...

E-commerce Channel Thrives with SS 687

Following the COVID-19 pandemic, FairPrice Group saw significant growth in e-commerce sales. SS 687: Guidelines for food e-commerce helps Singapore’s largest supermarket chain to further enhance its e-commerce workflow and deliver food safety and quality to customers. ...

Boosting Productivity and Production with SS 676

Chew’s Agriculture Pte Ltd adopted SS 676: Specification for Good Animal Husbandry Practice for Layer Farms to build its new high-tech farm, designed to increase daily egg production and address the growing demand for ethically produced products. ...