Quality Management Systems – ISO 9001
ISO 9001 is an internationally recognised quality management system (QMS) standard that allows an organisation to publicly demonstrate its commitment to product or service quality. Companies that certify to this standard are able to increase productivity, minimise risk and gain greater control of their processes.
The ultimate aim of ISO 9001 is operational excellence. The implementation of this standard is highly beneficial to companies, both on an internal and external level and allows an organisation to identify quality-related aspects of the business that could be improved.
Key Benefits of ISO 9001:
- Increased productivity by offering greater control over processes
- Allows a company to identify and improve quality-related aspects through a risk assessment of its processes
- Strengthens the relationship between departments as a result of the leadership and staff involvement required
- Increases confidence among clients and end users
- Boosts access to new markets
ISO 9001 can apply to any company, regardless of sector or size. Implementation of the standard is recommended for companies that are striving for quality excellence, increased confidence among clients at a global level and/or access to new markets.