Free Whitepaper: Checklist of Mandatory Documentation Required by IATF 16949:2016
The latest version of IATF 16949 was published in 2016 and the transition from the previous version is ahead. One of the most important steps in the transition process, as well as in the initial implementation, is determining what documents and records are needed for an effective Quality Management System (QMS) based on IATF 16949. […]
Free Whitepaper: Basics of ISO 9001:2015 Risk Management
Risk-based thinking is a new concept in the ISO 9001:2015 standard, and this has caused many companies to search for an easy way to manage the risk in their companies. By focusing on understanding your risks through a simple risk management process, you can focus your attention more on addressing the risks that are present […]
Free Whitepaper: 9001 Academy vs. a Consultant
Quickly determine your best option for implementing ISO 9001: the 9001Academy or an outside consultant, with our convenient 9001Academy vs. a consultant comparison matrix. You’ll learn the benefits and risks of hiring a consultant, compared with leveraging our extensive knowledge here at the 9001Academy. Using our comparison matrix, your decision will be an informed decision. […]
Mike McLean of ISO/TC 176 on the Possibility of New Changes to ISO 9001
Watch Mike McLean, Managing Director of McLean Management Consultants Pty Ltd. and longstanding member of ISO/TC 176 discuss the possible future of ISO 9001. Mr. McLean seems to dodge actually explaining with clarity what upcoming changes might be, but seems to speak more generally about the constantly changing landscape that makes content in Annex SL […]
Document Control: More Than Adding a Revision Level
Written by: Steven Severt, originally posted at Inside Standards on 10/15/2021 When you think of your quality management system (QMS), do you instantly think of document control, as if the two terms are synonymous? Do you have designated staff within your organization who are responsible for document control and who are handling all QMS documentation […]
When Should You Hire a QMS Consultant?
Written by: Steven Severt, originally posted in Manufacturing Tomorrow on 10/19/2021 Organizations decide to become certified against ISO 9001 for several reasons, but once the decision is made, they are always left with some additional decisions to make regarding their understanding of the standard, their ability to complete a gap analysis or to conduct internal […]
ISO 9001: More Than Doing What You Say and Saying What You Do
Written by: Steven Severt, originally published by Inside Standards on 9/10/2021 The adage of “do what you say and say what you do” is tossed around so often when talking about ISO 9001 that many people think that the two are synonymous. Somehow, many people who operate a business that either is or is trying to become […]
Have You Truly Integrated QMS Requirements Into Your Business Processes?
Implementing ISO 9001 will add incredible value to your business, but only if you let it. Originally posted in Quality Digest on July 27th, 2021. Authored by Steven Severt for IsoTracker. Picture the scene: You’ve got the dates set on the calendar months in advance for when the certifying body (CB) auditor will be onsite. […]
ISO Confirms No Change to ISO 9001:2015; We May Not See an Update to ISO 9001 Published Until 2030
Members of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) Technical Committee 176, Sub-Committee 2 (TC176/SC2) have taken the surprising decision not to proceed with the much-anticipated update of ISO 9001:2015. Read the full release from CQI here: