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SIGNED , SEALED , DELIVERED
The South African Institute of Auctioneers ( SAIA ) has introduced its PrivySeal initiative . It provides its members with a digital stamp and certificate indicating that entities adhere to the code of conduct set forth by the institute to reassure the public of trustworthiness .
“ Being able to tell who to trust for buyers in the HVAC industry , especially virtually ( digitally ), can be a tricky business – that ’ s why SAIA launched the PrivySeal . The digital seal and certificate are used to reflect the entity ’ s information in real-time . It ’ s all about promoting people with genuine skills and helping them participate in a trusted global network by making them visible ,” says Sonja Styger , national manager .
Leading academic institutions , industry regulators and associates have been making use of PrivySeal to inform the public of the legitimate dealings of members and their licensing authenticity .
The seal is designed to protect members and the public by establishing deals with bona fide registrants in good standing with the organisation . “ The PrivySeal also motivates members to update contact information regularly and remain compliant . The PrivySeal can automatically be revoked if a member does not adhere to the SAIA code of conduct ,” says Styger . The digital accreditation seal only reflects valid information and can be found on a member ’ s website , email footer , social media , or via a QR code that points directly to an auctioneer ’ s real-time SAIA PrivySeal . RACA
An illustration of the PrivySeal .
Credit : South African Institute of Auctioneers
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WHAT IS THE CODE OF CONDUCT FOR SAIA ? The Code outlines the minimum ethical standards of behaviour that South Africans expect of public representatives , including upholding propriety , integrity and ethical values in their conduct .
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