Kitemark Blog

Today marks the first anniversary of the BSI Kitemark™ for Building Information Modelling (BIM) software. The Kitemark provides assurance that BSI-certified BIM software supports alignment with the BIM ISO 19650 framework. 

You might have heard of the CE mark, UKCA mark, BSI Kitemark™ and G-Mark, but do you know what they mean and what the differences are between them?

As consumers, it’s essential we trust what we read on a food label – from where the product is made and the origin of ingredients to its ethical credentials. But in a world where food fraud is increasing and food labeling sometimes complex and baffling, it’s not always easy to know what’s true and what isn’t.  That’s why it’s important to be able to look for an independent mark of trust for reassurance...

The average family across UK, Europe and USA markets owns 20+ smart devices.* However, this massive increase in connectivity has triggered a similar increase in cybersecurity attacks capitalizing on the vastly increased attack surface.

Read our blog to find out how BSI has been supporting the UK and other governments to increase protection for consumers to allow safe and secure adoption of digital technology...

Matthew Judson, Director, Respiratory and Technical Support, JSP tells his story on how the BSI Kitemark has helped JSP to become Europe’s leading manufacturer of industrial head protection and above the neck Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

You may have seen the Kitemark on items such as fire extinguishers, manhole covers and smoke alarms, but here are some facts about the BSI Kitemark that you may not have known...

Having a BSI Kitemark associated with a product or service confirms that it conforms to a particular standard. We have developed a whole range of BSI Kitemark schemes that cover a variety of products and consumer services, including window installation, garage services, furniture removals and electrical installation work so it’s worth finding out if your product can qualify for the BSI Kitemark.

You may have noticed the BSI Kitemark on man hole covers, fire extinguishers and even in your home on things such as plug sockets and your own front door – but what products do we actually test here at BSI?