ISO 24526
ISO 24526:2019 is the international standard for Water Efficiency Management Systems (WEMS). It provides a comprehensive framework for organizations to plan, establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve water efficiency practices. With growing global water scarcity and increasing regulatory pressure, this standard helps organizations demonstrate their commitment to sustainable water management.
At Quality Asia Certification, we provide end-to-end ISO 24526:2019 certification services—covering audit, compliance support, and final certification—ensuring your organization meets international benchmarks for water efficiency and sustainability.
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What is ISO 24526?
ISO 24526:2019 – Water Efficiency Management Systems – Requirements with Guidance for Use is a globally recognized ISO standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in 2019. It applies to organizations of all sizes and sectors, providing them with a structured approach to:
- Monitor and manage water usage,
- Identify opportunities for water conservation,
- Improve overall water efficiency.
This standard aligns with other management system frameworks like ISO 9001 and ISO 14001, making it easily integrable into existing systems.
Why is ISO 24526 important?
With rising concerns over water scarcity and sustainability, organizations are under pressure to optimize their water usage. ISO 24526:2019 provides a strategic and operational edge by:
- Ensuring compliance with national and international water conservation regulations,
- Boosting corporate image and sustainability ratings,
- Reducing operational costs associated with water consumption.
Choosing ISO 24526:2019 certification positions your organization as a responsible, sustainable, and forward-thinking enterprise, which is crucial in today’s eco-conscious marketplace.
What are the benefits of ISO 24526?
- International Recognition: Validates your commitment to water efficiency on a global scale.
- Regulatory Compliance: Assists in meeting government and environmental regulations.
- Operational Efficiency: Helps identify water waste, leading to significant cost reductions.
- Risk Reduction: Lowers the risk of water-related business disruptions.
- Improved Corporate Image: Demonstrates environmental responsibility to stakeholders.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Promotes measurement, analysis, and continuous improvement of water use.
What kind of businesses can benefit from ISO 24526?
Implementing and getting certified to ISO 24526:2019 offers several concrete business advantages:
1.Cost Savings
Reduced water bills and associated energy usage through efficient water management practices.
2.Compliance Advantage
Eases compliance with local water usage laws and environmental directives.
3.Competitive Differentiation
Sets you apart in bids, tenders, and contracts—especially where sustainability is a decision criterion.
4.Brand Reputation
Enhances brand equity as a sustainable and environmentally responsible organization.
5.Risk Mitigation
Minimizes operational risks caused by water shortages, legal issues, or regulatory fines.
6.Integration with Existing Systems
Seamlessly integrates with ISO 9001 (QMS), ISO 14001 (EMS), and ISO 50001 (EnMS) for holistic sustainability.
7.Stakeholder Confidence
Builds trust with customers, investors, regulatory authorities, and the public.
Top Tips on making ISO 9001 effective for you.
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Top management commitment while practicing and accomplishing the standard is the key to success.
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Keeping staff informed about the ongoing practices, a well-communicated plan would increase the motivation and zeal of working in them.
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Making sure that the various departments of the organization work as a team for the benefit of the organization and customers as well.
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Review systems, policies, processes, and procedures for a smooth working of QMS.
#5
Speaking to customers & suppliers while getting feedback & working on improvements.
#6
Training staff carrying out the internal audits with the opportunity for improvement.
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Celebrate your achievement and use the QualityAsia Assurance Mark on your literature, promotional material, and website.
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Ensure continuous improvement by regularly reviewing and updating your quality management practices.
#9
Promote a culture of quality by encouraging innovation, accountability, and employee involvement at every level of the organization.
Why QualityAsia?
QualityAsia always vanguard in the auditing and governing of internationally acclaimed standards practices. At QualityAsia, we focus on driving the success of our clients through creating excellence with our trained professional auditors. The content of our service provision, comply with international certification rules defined by the accreditation bodies without burning a hole in your pocket. We will take you through the journey of audits with our best kept audit practices, viz.:
Initial Certification – Stage 1 (Preparatory Phase)
- Thorough documented information review.
- Exchange of information with staff through online or onsite presence.
- Identification of key performances, processes & objectives as per the standard requisites.
- Analysis of facilities, infrastructure, systems and processes in regard with the requested certification scope with a resource allocation review.
Initial Certification – Stage 2 (On-site Audit)
- Measurement, reporting & reviewing the performances against key performances objectives.
- Reviewing the suitability of the system meeting the legal, regulatory & contractual requirements.
- Operational control of processes, internal audits & management reviews while understanding the responsibilities for the policies.
- Conclusion based on prescriptive requirements, policy, performance objectives, staff skill, operations, procedures, internal audits, etc.
Surveillance & Certification Renewal
Drawing out the scrutiny on various aspects of the previously done audits on effectiveness while reviewing the various processes and control of the operations in the QMS and finally going for the recertification.
