HMG Stone LLP (HMG Stones), a premium natural stone importer, exporter, and manufacturer, has achieved ISO 9001:2015 certification for its Quality Management System and 5S Gold Grade certification for workplace organisation and operational discipline. With this achievement, HMG Stones becomes the first company in India’s natural stone industry to secure both recognitions simultaneously.
The ISO 9001:2015 certification, accredited by DAkkS and awarded by TÜV India Private Limited, and the 5S Gold Grade recognition by ABK-AOTS DOSOKAI, Japan, cover HMG Stones’ primary manufacturing units in Attibele and Yadavanahalli, as well as its flagship showroom at Wilson Garden and the Sankey Road Experience Centre.
Anand Reddy, Founder & CEO of HMG Stones, said:
“Achieving ISO 9001 and 5S Gold Grade is not a plaque on the wall; it is a daily habit. Discipline in quality, safety, and execution has elevated pride on the shop floor and strengthened customer trust.”
Why It Matters for Customers
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Standardised processes across sourcing, inspection, handling, packing, and delivery.
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Greater consistency of finish, predictable lead times, and product traceability.
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Reduced rework at customer sites, ensuring architectural specifications and timelines are met.
Operational Impact
The integrated ISO–5S programme has delivered measurable improvements:
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Cleaner, safer workplaces with strong visual control management.
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80% reduction in tool search time.
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50% reduction in machine downtime.
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75% reduction in rework/defect rate.
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SOP-driven workflows, improved equipment upkeep, and higher employee morale.
Regular training in 5S awareness, audits, fire safety, first aid, PPE usage, and waste management reinforced safety and operational discipline across the organisation.
Global Readiness
At this stage of growth, HMG Stones views ISO 9001 and 5S as strategic enablers for scalability, global competitiveness, and sustainability. Together, these certifications strengthen its positioning as a design-led, quality-driven, globally benchmarked natural stone brand.
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