The RC Manubhai Group of Companies has made notable strides in its commitment to sustainability and information security by obtaining two prestigious international certifications. Announcing the achievement, the Group highlighted its receipt of the ISO 14001:2015 certification for Environmental Management Systems and the ISO 27001 certification for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). This accomplishment positions RC Manubhai as the first retail and manufacturing organization in Fiji to meet the ISO 27001 standards.
The certifications span various subsidiaries within the group, including R C Manubhai & Co PTE Ltd, CRP Industries PTE Ltd, Manubhai Industries PTE Ltd, Roofing & Profiles (Fiji) PTE Ltd, Ajax Spurway Fasteners PTE Ltd, and Glass & Mirror (Fiji) PTE Ltd. The ISO 14001 certification marks the company’s rigorous approach to integrating environmental sustainability in its operations. This initiative includes energy efficiency, waste reduction, cleaner production processes, and recycling efforts across its retail and manufacturing sectors.
Deepak Sharma, the Group’s ESG Head, emphasized this accomplishment as the start of ongoing improvement towards eco-friendly and responsible business operations. According to Group CEO Dr. Uppiliappan Gopalan, this certification affirms RC Manubhai’s dedication to sustainable resource management by providing a structured framework for identifying and mitigating environmental impacts.
On the information security front, the ISO 27001 certification underscores RC Manubhai’s commitment to safeguarding sensitive data through comprehensive controls. This initiative included rigorous risk assessments, internal audits, employee training, and system upgrades. Sharma noted the importance of the ISO 27001 certification in strengthening trust, protecting stakeholder information, and fostering responsible governance.
Dr. Gopalan praised the team for their hard work, confirming that these certifications are a testament to their commitment to protecting systems and data amidst an evolving digital landscape. With these dual certifications, RC Manubhai is setting a benchmark for responsible business practices in Fiji, demonstrating a balanced approach to environmental and information security governance.
This achievement reflects a growing trend amongst Fijian businesses, emphasizing the importance of aligning with international standards to ensure sustainability and data protection. It not only highlights RC Manubhai’s leadership in these areas but also sets a positive precedent for other companies in Fiji to follow suit, integrating sustainable and secure practices in their operational frameworks.
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