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Patron Focus
DQS takes up Chamber Patron status
Dimple Matharoo explains how becoming a Patron of Hounslow Chamber of Commerce and West London Local Chambers has opened up a host of networking opportunities…
DQS recently became a Patron of the Chambers. Why did you sign up?
To support local businesses, network with the community and build relationships. Whilst we have contacts and business all over the globe, we felt that we were missing opportunities locally. Once we were introduced to the Chambers, we realised the opportunity that they could bring with their vast network of contacts and members. We felt that the organisation were very proactive in their work.
What benefits do you hope to get from this arrangement?
To get more visibility of DQS and our services within Hounslow and the local business community. One of the services we’d like to promote within west London is to support the UK government’s commitment to be carbon-neutral by 2050. One such scheme we have introduced to help companies show their adherence to carbon neutrality is DQS Zero, which is a simplified version of the international environmental standard which concentrates on the core values, making it much easier for SMEs to show their commitment to this goal.
What benefits can DQS provide other members of the Chambers?
We can support businesses by certifying them to international ISO standards. This would help them prove to their customers that they have verified systems and processes in place that meet internationally recognised standards such as ISO 9001 quality management systems and ISO 14001 environmental standards, as well as ISOs pertaining to food, health and safety and cybersecurity to name a few.
Describe your relationship with the Chambers? What are they like to work with?
We’ve previously worked with the Chambers, in particular with Sally Smith, and have found her and the team to be both friendly and supportive. We have benefited from the Kickstart programme as well, which was led by the Chambers.
In your view, what are the key benefits of doing business in Hounslow? What are the main strengths of the business community there?
There are so many diverse business sectors within Hounslow, such as aviation, logistics and food. They’re all working within the manufacturing and service industries and with over 60 accredited certification schemes we are able to support all of these sectors. The fact that business is so mixed here means that companies can work together as suppliers and partners to support one another.
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