Intertek Blog
The Intertek Blog is a trusted source for insights on product safety, quality, sustainability, innovation, and compliance. The articles written by our experts explore industry trends, emerging technologies, regulatory developments, and best practices, delivering the knowledge and perspective you need to stay informed and inspired.
Most Recent Posts
27 Jan 2026
Rethinking Outsourcing in the Polymer Industry: A Smarter Path to Agility, Innovation, and Growth
Discover how outsourcing is evolving from a support function to a strategic advantage in the polymer industry. Learn how Intertek's Polymer Science solutions help manufacturers and recyclers accelerate innovation, ensure compliance, and bring sustainable materials to market faster.
27 Jan 2026
How an Effective Functional Safety Management System Accelerates Certification and Reduces Lifecycle Cost
Aligning Engineering, Quality, and Leadership around a Common Process
22 Jan 2026
Exploring the IEC 61508 Proven-In-Use Concept
How Operational History Can Justify Safety Integrity Level Capability
20 Jan 2026
The Role of Personal Certification in Strengthening Functional Safety Competence
Validating the Knowledge and Capability of Individual Engineers Working within Safety Lifecycles
18 Jan 2026
The Digital Product Passport Revolution: Preparing US Apparel and Footwear Brands for EU Traceability Mandates
Marking the beginning of an era of radical supply chain transparency.
16 Jan 2026
Literature-Based Submissions: Using Publicly Available Data to Support Drug Development
How publicly available scientific literature can support faster, lower-cost drug regulatory approvals
15 Jan 2026
Exploring Safety Elements out of Context (SEooC)
What They Are, Why They Matter, and How They Extend Beyond Automotive
13 Jan 2026
Resilience by Design: How Medical Device Manufacturers Are Rebuilding Their Supply Chains Amid Global Uncertainty
Complex Devices Demand Stronger, Smarter, More Connected Supply Chains
08 Jan 2026
Raising the Bar on Safety: What Manufacturers Need to Know About Electrically Powered Patient Lifts
Why Powered Patient Lifts Demand More Thoughtful Design Than Ever Before
06 Jan 2026
What UL 217, 10th Ed./ULC 531 5th Ed. Means for Alarm Manufacturers
A Clearer Pathway for Dual-market Certification
01 Jan 2026
From Paperwork to Protection: How Simple Actions Prevent Complex Incidents
Implementing Practical Mitigations to Promote a Culture of Safety
30 Dec 2025
Streamlining EU Compliance for AI-Enabled Medical Devices
Aligning AI Transparency and Safety Requirements with MDR Processes
26 Dec 2025
Navigating Gas Detector Standards: Combustible, Toxic, and Safety Compliance – Part 2
Choosing the Right Path
23 Dec 2025
Designing and Verifying Water Control Strategies for Steep-Slope Gutters
How Analysis and Testing Improved Roof Drainage Performance at the Mann Center for the Performing Arts