Articles by John Vandenbemden

Evaluating your organization’s vulnerability to cyberattacks is essential, especially regarding ISO27001 requirements. Many overlook IT security, which can lead to serious issues; I’ve witnessed two organizations attacked, one during a renewal audit, emphasizing the need for strong cybersecurity.

I discuss the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) regulation from 1973, highlighting the significance of SPCC Plans in preventing oil spills, which incorporate emergency response strategies and training to ensure compliance with regulations.

I have provided updates of the progress and development of ISO 10012 over the past three years. I am happy to say that after three years and numerous meetings the Draft International Standard (DIS) ISO10012 Quality management – Requirements for measurement management system has been released for review, approval, and comments. 

The sixth edition of the IATF Rules, released on March 31, 2024, introduces significant changes to certification requirements, including a shift to performance and risk-based audits. These updates, aimed at improving audit efficiency and certifiability, must be adopted by January 1, 2025.

Safety is paramount in manufacturing and distribution, with ISO 45001 (2018) guiding Health and Safety programs under federal regulations. However, there's less focus on OSHA's requirements in 29 CFR 1910.

Starting March 1, 2024, a standalone Control Plan Reference Manual will maintain linkages between core tools under APQP, providing more guidance for creating and using control plans.

The ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 standard is similar in format to MIL-STD-105E and ASTM E2234-09 but differs in its definition of a rejectable item. It uses definitions and terminology in line with ANSI/ISO/ASQ 3534-2:2006. Two definitions are particularly important in applying the standard.

What is the purpose of the requirement in ISO9001: 2015 for organizational knowledge? This particular requirement is part of a set of six requirements categorized under resources. Allow me to outline the specific details of this requirement.

The ISO has added new statements to management standards in support of the ISO London Declaration on Climate Change. The change addresses the impact of climate change on management system effectiveness.

Blaming technology for lower customer satisfaction due to reduced personal interaction, while emphasizing the importance of face-to-face meetings for happiness and increased effectiveness, highlights the need for strategies like limiting electronics during meals and following established standards.