5.3 The Quality Policy – ISO Explained
This article has been updated based on the ISO 9001:2015 Standard Quality Policy Clause 5.2.1 Understanding the ISO Quality PolicyTo develop a quality management system that works toward effectiveness and positive results, organizations must clearly define their...
4.2.2 The Quality Manual in ISO 9001:2015
TO BE OR NOT TO BE? That is the question organizations face with the new revision of ISO 9001. Since a quality manual is no longer required, you must determine if having one adds value to your company. So, what is a quality manual? A quality manual is a document that...
5.4 Management Planning – ISO Explained
Updated 2018 – WHAT’S THE POINT? To some, the point of ISO 9000 (ISO 9001:2015) registration is a certificate. While important to convince customers that certain procedures are in place, a certificate can be a very expensive piece of paper if that is the only...
7.4 Purchasing – ISO Explained
Developing a supply-chain that satisfies your customers The Purchasing requirements in the ISO9000 standard help to ensure that products and services you purchase from various suppliers fully meet your needs so that you can, in turn, satisfy your customers. The...