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Newstead's investment in training and development schemes and management strategies helped it achieve the standard. These ensure all Newstead employees have the knowledge and skills to work together to make the business more productive and profitable.

Independent research over the last 12 years has shown the Investor in People Standard provides real business benefits such as improved earnings, productivity and profitability. Further research among 2,000 accredited organisations showed 80% have increased customer satisfaction and 70% have improved their competitive edge and productivity.

The Investor in People Standard was developed in 1990 by a partnership of leading businesses and national organisations and is reviewed every three years to ensure it remains relevant. Further information on the standard is available at