Unquestionably, multiple studies have shown that companies that have employed the services of an ISO 9001 Consultant, developed a Quality Management System (QMS), and have an ISO Certification tend to outperform similar organizations, which have not implemented an ISO 9001 based quality management system. Key performance differentiators are:
- Reduced error rates in the delivery of goods or services,
- Improved return on business assets,
- Improved customer satisfaction, and
- Increased marketability
What is ISO quality?
The definition of quality is the measurement of standards and excellence of some defined item; whether it be a product, service, or some distinctive attribute. The measurement of standard is typically comprised of pre-defined requirements. The ISO Standards (ex. ISO 9001:2015) are the defined quality requirements upon which an organization can be measured.
How to become ISO 9001 Certified?
An organization can become ISO 9001:2015 certified by successfully completing the certification process as mentioned above. Preparation for the certification requires the establishment of a Quality Management System, which meets the requirements of the ISO 9001:2015 Standard.
ISO 9001 Certification Validity
An ISO certification means that an organization has met the requirements of an ISO standard (ex. 9001:2015), and has been verified (independently) by a certifying body (Registrar). A typical ISO certification is valid for 3 years, while the organization go through the process of recertification. These are the most common ISO 9001 FAQ.