Too much measurement uncertainty leads to incorrect conformity decisions, incorrect assessment of machines and production processes, poorer process quality and thus, increased production and testing effort.
A management system such as ISO9001, when implemented and deployed properly, provides the organization with predictable and consistent processes. This is also a critical component for the success of lean enterprise.
The key to a solid internal audit is ensuring that those in the process are aware of the requirements noted in their procedures and can access those procedures.
BiSN, a leading provider of permanent downhole sealing solutions, today announced that it has been awarded the ISO 9001 Certification for Quality Management Systems by the British Standards Institution (BSI).
ISO standards provide a framework for organizations to operate efficiently, ensure product quality, and meet regulatory requirements. Their benefits are far-reaching and impactful.
CPR for internal auditors is an acronym designed to help internal auditors remember concepts for conducting better audits. The acronym represents conformance/compliance; process approach; and risk-based thinking.
Some benefits of quality standards are obvious, while others don't get enough fanfare. The pandemic may have impacted how these standards are implemented.
According to experts, the benefits of today’s quality standards are not well known. Take ISO 9001, ISO 14000, and ISO 17021. These standards reinforce quality in any management system, says Steven Wilson, ASQE chair elect.
Why do organizations even today continue to embark on an ISO 9001 implementation project, joining the 1.2 million others around the globe who are certified to this extraordinary quality management system (QMS) model? What’s the staying power? What’s the value – the appeal?
Quality certification is for professionals who know the chosen specialty so well that they can apply the knowledge with known results. The professional knows their own strengths, and the limitation of the specialty.