NAKMAS Receives Prestigious ISO 9001 Accreditation for 27th Year Running
After 27 years of dedication and unwavering commitment to quality, the National Association of Karate and Martial Art Schools (NAKMAS) has announced its successful navigation of the thorough audit conducted by the prestigious British Standards Institution (BSI) for its Quality Management Systems (QMS). NAKMAS, a renowned sports national governing body, has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence and continuous improvement through its alignment with the national and international standard ISO 9001.
Dr Sandra Beale-Ellis, the NAKMAS Director of Operations and Quality Manager, expressed immense pride and gratitude for the successful audit result. As a karate 7th Dan black belt of thirty five years, Beale-Ellis stated, “This certification is a testament to our team’s hard work and dedication to upholding the highest standards in everything we do. We are thrilled to have our commitment to quality management recognised through this prestigious accreditation for the 27th year running.”
The ISO 9001 standard is globally recognised as a benchmark for quality management systems, emphasising a strong customer focus, the motivation and implication of top management, and a process approach to continual improvement. By achieving alignment with this standard, NAKMAS has demonstrated its ability to consistently provide services that meet member and regulatory requirements while enhancing member satisfaction.
Beale-Ellis further added, “At NAKMAS, quality is at the core of our operations, and we are constantly striving to improve and innovate in order to better serve our members. This accreditation not only validates our efforts but also motivates us to continue our pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our operations.”
This achievement reinforces NAKMAS’ position as the leading national governing body for martial arts committed to delivering exceptional services to its members. The successful navigation of the BSI audit further solidifies NAKMAS’ reputation as a trusted and reliable partner in the industry.
Moving forwards, NAKMAS remains dedicated to fostering a culture of quality, innovation, and continuous improvement within the organisation. Team NAKMAS is committed to leveraging this accreditation to drive further advancements in its processes and service delivery, with a continued focus on exceeding member expectations.
For further information, please contact NAKMAS Press/Media Officer Libby Ellison at libby.ellison@nakmas.org.uk or Chief Executive Reverend Joe Ellis at joe.ellis@nakmas.org.uk. More information about NAKMAS can be found at https://nakmas.org.uk/.
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