The Association of Serviced Apartment Providers is looking to
spin off the commercial accreditation services offered as part of the International
Serviced Accommodation Accreditation Process (ISAAP).
ISAAP was introduced nine years ago to offer a programme of
compliance and quality accreditation to provide credibility with travellers and
corporates looking for safe, professionally run serviced apartments. It has since
been adopted by providers in 27 countries.
ASAP says it “now recognises the need to detach itself from
the commercial elements of delivering accreditation, freeing itself to focus on
driving standards, and representing the sector to corporate buyers and leisure
guests”.
James Foice, ASAP CEO, said: "I am sure that this
separation will remove any potential conflicts of interest we may face as we
grow. As an independent but mutually supportive entity, ASAP can now
objectively collaborate with our global partners to set standards and continue
to improve the quality and service product for our customers, right across the
accommodation industry.
"A greater choice of assessment bodies will also bring
healthy competition, driving up standards and making recognised and approved
accreditation products a pre-requisite globally."
ASAP is seeking expressions of interest to acquire the ISAAP scheme.