What does a 2023 Special Edition of a much-loved industry benchmark publication look like?

This was the question we sought to address as we embarked on a comeback for the new-and-improved Bulletz.

As a staple in the ISO17024 Certification of Persons industry and the go-to publication for business leaders and professionals the aim was to provide a glimpse into the trailblazers and key milestones that have made our humble publication great over the years.

We couldn’t have done it without you. Giving back to our community is important and, for new readers feeling overwhelmed by a dearth of information on getting certified, we aim to introduce a variety of topics in a vibrant, fun, and easy-to-digest way.

So yes, we’re roaring back with The 2023 Special Edition of Bulletz.

With this edition you can look forward to

  • A nostalgic walk down memory lane
  • Cutting-edge thought leadership in the standards industry
  • A power-packed introduction to the newsletter for new readers
  • Spotlights on transformative events
  • Insightful commentary on topics that are setting the scene and raising the bar for tomorrow

From pioneers shaping the industry to trailblazing milestones, this is not an edition to be missed.

This edition is brimming with industry gems and for you to stay in the loop, join the conversation on the international standards industry of tomorrow and grab your certification grant today!

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MOU Signing – IPEC Bureau & CARi

Automotive Upholstery and Interior Sector Human Capital Development Initiative


20 January 2022 – IPEC Bureau and International Certified Automotive Upholstery and Interior Professionals Association (CARi) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to co-create and develop industry standards development and uplifting the professional recognition of the automotive upholstery and interior sector for the benefit of the consumers’ safety and general public.


IPEC Bureau was represented by its Chief Executive Officer, En Azman Zakaria while CARi was represented by its Chairman, YBhg Dato’ Ir. Mohammed Noor Bin Abu Hassan.


CARi was established in 2020 with the objective to provide a platform for stakeholders, traders and practitioners in the automotive interior and upholstery industry, and working towards as a self-regulatory body to enhance the safety, quality and professionalism of the industry. With the absence of proper guideline for the automotive modification and aftermarket service, this has eventually generated negative impact on Malaysia’s industry to the global market. This MoU Is deemed as a special milestone as both parties will explore opportunities in the areas of ISO17024 certification, industry scheme customisation and Human Capital development within the sector areas.


This is indeed a great start for the new year. IPEC Bureau and CARi will work together to drive and enhance the industry towards global competitiveness, service excellence and innovation.

Cease of Use – IPEC BUREAU Marks

Kuala Lumpur, 31 December 2021 – IPEC Bureau will soon be introducing stakeholders’ engagement strategy to increase effective stakeholder collaboration that delivers more certified personnel, better-formulation of policy, well-managed scheme development and training innovation. The two (2) affected marks are Corporate Commissary and Training Examination Provider (TEP). The above marks will cease with immediate effect. All affected members will be advised on this technical transition process accordingly.

The Corporate Commissary Mark was designed to provide Bilateral Members the opportunity to promote, develop and expand the industry market for the missionary of a certification. The mark of Corporate Commissary was used by parties that have reached a mutual agreement for market development and network building of a particular industry.

The TEP mark was used to represent a validation status of an institution, academy, college, college university, university or training providers that were granted with the accreditation to provide assessment training for IPEC certification schemes. The TEP Mark was used by corporate scheme committee members, governmental & semi-governmental institutions, SME & SMI organisations, college universities & universities.

IPEC would like to advise the public against the infringement, abuse or misuse of its name, logo and trademark in any medium or form. Each mark of the logo is trademarked, and IPEC reserves its rights to take legal action against companies and/or individuals infringing, abusing or misusing its name and logo.

We would like to advise the public to notify/report such activities to our hotline +60 11-3649 1883 (WhatsApp) and/or email at ask@ipecbureau.org.

iConnect: Halal Supply Chain

26 March 2021 – Our CEO, Mr Azman Zakaria attended the first iConnect: Halal Supply Chain Founding Members Meeting at Halal Development Corporation (HDC). The meeting was attended by various industry players, experts, academicians and agencies via physical and online platforms.

The Malaysian Collaborative Network Platform for Disruptive Innovation (iConnect) aims to facilitate Malaysian industries to leverage on science and technology to develop innovative home-grown products and solutions to pursue new economic opportunities in emerging global markets by nurturing the growth of conducive innovations ecosystems based on collaborative networks. This is a highly commendable effort taken by HDC and Akademi Sains Malaysia (ASM) towards making Malaysia a global halal hub.

As an ISO Certification Body, IPEC Bureau is very much interested to take part and contribute to the Human Capital aspects of the Halal industry, in line with the nation’s agenda to increase highly skilled and qualified Halal professionals in Malaysia.

ipecbureau #areyoucertified #iso17024 #halal #hdc

Standards Malaysia Witness Assessment of the Beauty Science ISO Certification

In our continuous effort as an ISO/IEC 17024 accredited certification body, the Department of Standards Malaysia has conducted an online witnessing assessment on IPEC Bureau’s Beauty Therapist and Aesthetician (BTaA) certification. Candidates were assessed via a thorough iE-Based (Industry-Experience) methodology, including simulation demonstration. This assessment was also evaluated by a qualified Examiner to ensure candidates’ best practices, ethics and procedures.

We are fully committed in our assessments to ensure our candidates comply to International Standards. IPEC‘s BTaA certification scheme will add value to your professional career, provides recognition, credentials and most importantly, gain customer confidence.

Are you certified? Get certified with IPEC Bureau today.

#areyoucertified #iso17024 #ipecbureau  

Meeting With KPDNHEP: Enhance Beauty Practitioner & Consumer Protection Via ISO/IEC 17024

12 November 2020 – Our MD Dr Juliana Lim, CEO En Azman Zakaria and Prof Dr Ng Wee Kiong (Founder & President of Association of International Certified Aesthetician – AICA) attended a meeting with YB Dato Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi, Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs. This was to discuss on the Beauty industry that is currently unregulated and how we can move forward in terms of enhancing the skills of the beauty practitioners and consumer protection. IPEC offers ISO/IEC 17024 Certification for Beauty Therapist and Aesthetician and AICA plays an important role as the lead body in our Beauty Science Scope and Industry Standards Committee. Our certification caters to seasoned and aspiring beauty practitioners with flexible application criteria. This is to create opportunities for those with qualifications and/or industry experience to be recognized in this field. We look forward to more discussions with the Ministry for the growth and benefit of the Beauty industry. #ipecbureau #areyoucertified #iso17024 #aica #kpdnhep

BIZVALID: Strategic Alliance With SOSHEA

27 September 2020 – IPEC Bureau and Sabah Occupational Safety, Health & Environment Association (SOSHEA) signed a Strategic Alliance Agreement to collaborate on BIZVALID Program – Business Self-Validation & Certification Against Covid-19) Safety & Health Web Solution to gain public confidence and in support of business recovery.

SOSHEA was established on 4 May 2016 with the vision to promote awareness and raise the standard of Safety, Health & Environment in Sabah. Among their objectives are to collaborate with the Government, NGOs and organizations to develop better Occupational Safety, Health and Health (OSHE) standards, to promote and enhance cooperation/collaboration between employers and employees on OSHE, and to enhance the competencies of OSHE practitioners. They organize training and awareness programs pertaining to OSHE as well.

The signing of the agreement is timely as this will be the first time BIZVALID to be introduced in Sabah. This is a great start to create a synergy and cooperation for both parties to explore opportunities in other areas, moving forward.

#bizvalid #ipecbureau #areyoucertified #soshea #iso17050 #iso17024 #togetherwecandoit #fightcovid19

MOSTI’s National Technology & Innovation Sandbox (NTIS) Launching

19 August 2020 – Our CEO En Azman Zakaria attended the official launching of National Technology & Innovation Sandbox (NTIS) at MaGIC Cyberjaya. The event was officiated by YAB Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin, Prime Minister, accompanied by YB Khairy Jamaluddin (Minister of MOSTI) and other Ministers.

As a national solution coordination and facilitation centre, NTIS provides relaxations from all selected processes and/or regulatory requirements to accelerate the development of innovative solutions from R&D stage to being commercially ready. This is part of PENJANA stimulus package valued at RM100 million to drive Malaysia as a high technology and innovation-driven country.

#ipecbureau #areyoucertified #togetherwecandoit #iso17024 #iso17050

(Image source: Kementerian Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi (MOSTI) Facebook)

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Engagement Session with Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department (Economy) & Minister of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs

18 August 2020 – Our CEO En Azman Zakaria attended “Tinjauan Mesra & Libat Urus Wakil Sektor Peruncitan Bersama Menteri di Jabatan Perdana Menteri (Ekonomi) dan Menteri Perdagangan Dalam Negeri dan Hal Ehwal Pengguna (KPDNHEP)” at Sunway Pyramid.

The VIPs for the event were YB Dato’ Seri Mustapa Mohamed (Minister in the Prime Ministers Deparment – Economy) and YB Datuk Alexander Nanta Linggi (Minister of Trade and Consumer Affairs). We did a walk about to a few outlets and to find out on the feedbacks on the current business situation during RMCO and how the Ministries can assist further. There were also Press Conference and dialog session with Captains of the Industry. En Azman gave a brief overview on IPEC and mentioned that we will launch BIZVALID program to assist the industry towards business recovery and gain customer confidence during RMCO/Covid-19.

#ipecbureau #areyoucertified #togetherwecandoit #bizvalid #iso17024 #iso17050

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Leaders As A Performance Coach

We successfully completed a 3-day capacity building seminar – Leaders As A Performance Coach with the Ministry of Rural Development.

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The program includes the hands-on use of emotional intelligence (EI) by leaders in the workplace and analyzing big data psychometrics to develop a high-performance and high-engagement culture. It will benefit organizations in developing leaders into effective coaches towards cultivating a positive learning culture and enhance employee engagement.

We received very positive feedback from the participants. Thank you for the opportunity! 😊

#ipecbureau #areyoucertified #iso17024 #ceo #ceolife #leadership #coaching #togetherwecandoit