ISO 9001 Standard
To provide guidelines and criteria for quality management and quality assurance within an organization
What is ISO 9001 standard
ISO 9001 certification is a formal recognition by an accredited certification body that an organization’s quality management system complies with the requirements of the ISO 9001 standard. Organizations that achieve ISO 9001 certification demonstrate their commitment to quality and their dedication to providing products and services that meet or exceed customer expectations
The components of ISO 9001
- Scope
- Normative References
- Terms and Definitions
- Context of the Organization
- Leadership
- Planning
- Support
- Operation
- Performance Evaluation
- Improvement
The methodology of ISO 9001
Understanding the Requirements: Organizations begin by thoroughly understanding the requirements of the ISO 9001 standard. This involves studying the standard’s clauses, components, and principles
Assessment and Gap Analysis: The organization assesses its current processes, practices, and policies against the requirements of ISO 9001
Planning: Organizations create a detailed plan for implementing ISO 9001. This plan includes setting objectives, determining roles and responsibilities, allocating resources, and establishing timelines
Documentation: The QMS requires appropriate documentation, including policies, procedures, work instructions, and records. Organizations create or update these documents to align with ISO 9001