There are more than enough ISO standards to confuse any organization that’s looking to get certified. Today, there are over 16,000 standards being used by certifying bodies to assess, monitor and audit any organization seeking to improve its quality management system. Here is a short explanation on what these standards are and their specific usages:
ISO Standards
ISO standards contain the metrics or specifications required in order to achieve the guidelines or criteria specified under that series. These standards are referred to as ISO series in order to refer to groups of standards used for quality management and assurance.
An ISO standard is identified as the ISO series and its version. For example – ISO 9001:2005. This indicates that the ISO standard in place is ISO 9001 with the 2005 version.
Here are some of the most popular ISO standards applied for:
ISO 9000
This is a very popular ISO series, ranging from ISO 9001 to ISO 9999. ISO 9000 is the quality management system used by companies that engage in production. ISO standards in these series include:
ISO 9126 – used as a model for software quality
ISO 9362 – used to regulate BIC or Bank Identifier Code
ISO 9564 – used to maintain quality in PIN (Personal Identification Number) security and management
ISO 14000
This series is the system used to implement standards in environmental management, specifically in a production environment. A few standards in these series include:
ISO 14001 – standard for general environmental management
ISO 14064 – standard used for handling greenhouse gases
ISO 14230 – implemented for diagnostic systems used for road vehicles
ISO 14698-1 – used for bio-contamination control
ISO 10000
This series is used to establish ISO standards and guidelines for project management quality. The series includes:
ISO 10012 – used to implement standards in the production of measuring equipment and for measurement processes
ISO/IEC 10077 – sets the standards for the calculation of heat transmittance in products such as shutters, windows and doors
ISO 10211 – establishes the necessary guidelines for making detailed calculations of surface temperature for the construction of buildings
ISO 10628 – sets the standards for the creation of flow diagrams used in process plants
ISO 20000
The ISO 20000 series sets the standards for guidelines used in establishing an IT service management system. It covers standards for the following:
ISO 20022 – covers standards used for companies offering financial services
ISO 22000 – establishes guidelines used by certifying bodies that audit other companies’ management systems in food safety
ISO/IEC TR 20943 – used for setting standards for procedures used to achieve consistency in registry content of metadata
Which ISO standard is right for your company?
The choice of ISO standard your organization will apply for will depend on the type of company you have, the nature of its business, its production or manufacturing processes, the type of products and/or services involved and the quality management system you wish to achieve.
By: Johanna Guelas
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August 26th, 2009The Importance Of Documentation In Quality Management Systems
August 17th, 2009Quality documentation is a must in the modern world. Essentially, quality documentation is the type of documentation where a physical process or activity is conveyed through the medium of writing by having it noted down in a document of some kind. This is a necessity due to several reasons. Most importantly, it allows errors to be isolated and successes to be replicated. Documentation also helps you to guard against the risk of potential litigation.
One of the most important parts of running any successful business or organisation is to make sure that you always have clear precise documentation of every single important transaction, process, and action that takes place. This will allow you to have a clear reference point whenever anything is in question. Additionally, the chances of processes and actions deviating from their expected results are very low when there is a comprehensive and systematic database of documentation concerning the appropriate requirements and procedures that need to be implemented. Some of the subjects and topics that businesses need documentation for on a regular basis include, but are not limited to:
Operations Manuals and Procedure Writing
Quality Management Systems
Safety Management Systems
Environmental Management Systems
Integrated Management Systems
Procedures, Forms & Technical Writing
Consulting and Certification Processes
Electronic Manuals
Staff Handbooks
System Upgrades
Training
As is plain to see, this extensive list of documentation is something that can make or break a business. As such, it is always a good idea to outsource the creation of these documents to professionals who have been working in the field of documentation for a significant period and have the relevant experience that is required to complete such a complex task. For more information, about obtaining the right business documents for the needs and requirements of your organisation or business, please visit www.qualitybusinessdocuments.com.au
By: Janet Brown
ISO Management System Consulting | Trainings | Internal Audits
August 13th, 2009About QConsult, Inc.
As experts in International Management Systems Standards (such as ISO 9001, 14001, 18001, 22000, 27001, and 16949), QConsult, Inc. is involved in every stage from planning to implementation to completion offering support thru trainings and internal audits. Our extensive skills encompass all aspects of implementation and operation, including assistance on getting Customer Feedback from clients customer and data analysis. Typically, we are on-site at the client locations establishment of their chosen International Management System Standard.
Our consultants are well versed in all aspects of multiple management systems, from quality to environment, occupational health, safety to Food Safety and Information Security. We pride ourselves on our consultants proven track record for effectively administering multiple implementations. This is due to effectively directing team members in the development of management systems to ensure that all business requirements are met within budget restraints and time schedules.
Consultancy Services
1. ISO 9001:2008 (Quality Management Systems)
2. ISO 14001:2004 (Environmental Management Systems)
3. OHSAS 18001:2007 (Occupational Health and Safety)
4. ISO/TS 16949:2002 (Automotive Production and Service Part Organizations)
5. ISO 27001:2005 (Information Security Management System)
6. ISO 22000:2005 (International Standard for Food Safety Management Systems )
7. Integrated Management Systems
8. Healthcare (For Hospitals, Clinics, and Clinical Laboratories)
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Public and In-house Trainings
1. Awareness trainings on Management System Standards
2. Internal Audit Trainings
3. Train-the-Trainer
4. Disaster Management
5. HACCP
6. Good Manufacturing Practices
7. Management Representative related trainings
8. Legal Requirements Update related to Management System Standards
9. Team Building seminars and workshops
3rd Qtr – 4th Qtr 2009 Training Schedule
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- ISO/TS 16949:2002 Internal Audit
- Disaster Management Program
- Train the Trainer
- ISO 9001:2008 Internal Audit Training
- MR Skills Enhancement Training
- Statistical Process Control (SPC)
- ISO 14001:2004 Awareness Training
- ISO 14001:2004 Internal Audit Training
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- ISO 9001:2008 Upgrade Training on Significant Change
- OHSAS 18001:2007 Awareness
- OHSAS 18001:2007 Internal Audit Training
- Fundamentals of IT Project Management
- ISO 22000:2005 Awareness (FSMS)
- Building Leadership Skills: Problem-Solving and Decision-Making
- ISO 27001:2005 Awareness and Risk Assessment
By: QConsult, Inc.
