They are a pillar for building a reliable corporate reputation, but also a premise on which to structure an effective development: the certifications are, for a company the building blocks of a solid enterprise. For Tollegno 1900 they have an even more central role. Fabio Quaregna, Compliance Manager and Alessandro Pighini, Product and Sustainability Certification Manager and Chemical Manager confirm this. “In our company – they say – certifications take on an even more specific role, because they guarantee that the yarns are produced according to the high standards required by the fashion sector, in particular, children’s clothing. These certificates are also an important stimulus for research, innovation and the adoption of sustainable practices: the use of recycled materials or energy saving, for example, are increasingly in demand by consumers”.
What is the merit of certifications in this direction?
The certifications offer complete traceability of the production chain, from farms around the world to the processing of natural fibres to the finished product spun and dyed, allowing consumers to know the entire life cycle of the product. But not only: they also attest to the technical skills and specialisation of the company, promote its technological and qualitative evolution, and guarantee ethical work practices. This is the direction, for example, of non-exploitation of labour, respect for workers’ rights and, in a broader sense, protection of nature.
All these factors, ensure compliance with international safety and quality standards, essential for export and sales to foreign markets. It follows that certifications are indispensable for companies that want to project themselves into the future, growing consciously…
These certifications play a primary role in textile companies because they represent a reference point for quality, innovation, sustainability and ethics, key elements for success in a global market, increasingly aware of social and environmental issues.
The sensitivity and care of this market has also led to a diversification of certifications.
Correct. A distinction must be made between product and system or process certifications. The former are defined by organisations that set specific criteria, from raw material to manufacturing, while the latter cover more than one sector of the whole company, establishing the way in which the processing and the products are managed.
In terms of business development, why are they essential?
The certifications are the benchmark that guides the company’s actions, ensuring that every aspect of the business is aligned with quality and sustainability standards. They are also a key element both in building a brand of trust and in being competitive. Briefly: The certifications influence the choice of materials, guide production practices and ensure that production processes comply with the required standards. They also encourage companies to think about the life cycle of their products, promoting a circular economy that reduces environmental impact.
How does all this work in the specific case of Tollegno 1900?
Tollegno 1900 is part of the multinational group Indorama Ventures Company which has two of its primary objectives in organisational models and certifications. For the Group, in fact, management models must be the backbone of how the various activities are conducted. Processes, procedures, instructions, monitoring, analysis and audits are part of the corporate culture of the organisation.
Product certifications are a key point for Tollegno 1900. How do they affect the brand’s reputation?
Product certifications in the textile sector guarantee customers its quality and sustainability by providing tangible proof of some specific values that go beyond aspects such as aesthetic. They are, therefore, an assurance for the final consumer because, by attesting to the origin of the materials in a tangible way, they guarantee transparency and traceability.
In this context, what is the importance of transaction certificates?
These certifications, generated for each sale of our final product, are an identity card of the yarn and a first step towards the near future. The EU has established that, by 2030, every textile product sold in the EU must be equipped with a digital passport. This instrument will have several aims: to improve the sustainability of products, increase transparency and facilitate recycling. In addition the certification of companies will strengthen their competitiveness on global markets, providing consumers with the information they need to make informed and responsible choices.
In this valuable landscape, however, there are also companies that adopt deceiving practices that mislead consumers.
This is true but the certifications can count on verification by an external body that guarantees an objective opinion on the work of the companies. This is a crucial role that, by ensuring the high standards of quality and sustainability on the part of companies, also helps to build a safer and more reliable market environment.
So far, state of the art. But what can we expect for Tollegno 1900 in the future?
We are constantly working to improve and better ourselves, challenging our processes, our daily “habits and routines” with the aim of achieving higher standards.
It will be a very interesting and stimulating challenge because it will start from the creation of a “new” culture with agility and efficiency as its first goals.
In this process certifications are very useful because they ensure the ability of an organisation to structure and manage its resources and production processes so as to recognise and meet customer needs, committing to continuous improvement.
This is a form of indirect insurance, concerning, among others, the management systems for quality (ISO 9001), environmental (ISO 14001), health and safety at work (ISO 45001) and information security (ISO 27001).
How will Tollegno 1900 work practically to achieve these goals?
We will try to achieve this plan by applying an integrated management model which, starting from ISO 9001 and passing through 14001 and 45001, will then lead us to create the conditions for starting the Sustainability Budgeting process.
“…Write what you do, do what you have written, leave a trace…”. Will this be the pay off of Tollegno 1900 for the near future?
Exactly! We are convinced that the choice to initiate this virtuous circle of certifications will have an extremely positive impact because it will lead to the implementation of an efficient and reliable management system for customers, suppliers, employees and collaborators.
