Inc. Direct validates its green credentials |
Inc. Direct validates its green credentials
Inc. Direct, the cross-media communications specialist, has been certified compliant with ISO 14001. The internationally recognised certificate credits the company with effective and efficient management of environmental issues.
The certifying agent, QMS UK, granted the certification following a rigorous examination of green practices in place at Inc. Direct. These range from the recycling of printing waste and office furniture to computer recycling and responsible electricity consumption. The award comes as a 10 year accreditation with quarterly environmental audits to ensure that the company continues to comply with the required standards.
Lee Marriott-Dowding, Inc. Direct Project Manager, said, "The graphic arts industry, being what it is, can produce an excess of waste; be it hardware or consumables. Inc. Direct has been recycling for a number of years now, and the certification comes as recognition of the strides we have taken in reducing any adverse impact we may have on the environment."
Increased awareness of the environment means clients are now taking more of an interest in the green credentials of the companies they do business with. Lee Marriott-Dowding commented, "Potential clients will now often enquire about our environmental practices. The certification we have received instantly signifies that Inc. Direct runs its business in an eco-friendly way."
With two Xerox iGen3s at the core of its kit, print waste is not a major issue for Inc. Direct. The machines use entirely bio-degradable toner and used parts can be returned to the manufacturer where they are recycled. The rest of the company's printing equipment is also digital, which produces significantly less waste than traditional litho machines.
Inc. Direct stresses that it will not rest on its laurels. Lee Marriott-Dowding explained, "Now that we have been accredited with ISO 14001, our next challenge is the ISO 9001, which is an international recognition that our services are consistent and meet our customers' expectations. We hope to show that Inc. Direct is a customer-focused business that takes its environmental responsibilities seriously."
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