ISO 9001 - Quality Management
ISO 9001:2008 - Quality Management Systems PDF Print E-mail
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ISO 9001:2008 standard is one of the most popular models which can be applied to all types of enterprises and organizations irrespective of size and activity.
ISO 9001:2008 aims at organizing and creating an operating framework for the company to provide products and / or services based on customer needs.
The model is based on the Deming cycle and the concept of continuous improvement methodology known as «Plan-Do-Check-Act».
The standard is being implemented as follows:
Each company defines its core processes and control points in order to provide products and / or services that comply with legal and regulatory requirements and meet customer requirements. In addition, the company monitors and measures the performance of these processes, defines specific indicators and targets which are under constant review and determines actions in case of departing.
The implementation steps taken by PRIORITY developing a Quality Management System ISO 9001:2008 are:
Diagnostic Study. At this stage the current situation is determined. Weaknesses and points of improvement are identified.
Setting Policy, Quality objectives and Organizational structure. At this stage the important documents of the system are being defined, in cooperation with the management. Also the organizational structure if does not exist is, at this stage and the term "quality" is defined..
Development Process. At this stage the existing procedures are being written down, via interviews with personnel.Based on the standard and best practices the procedures are improved. Also new procedures are being developed. All, the procedures are finalized and approved by management.
Application Training. At this stage the staff is trained in quality management system and changes in the business are identified.

 

 

Test Application Period. At this stage, the Quality Management System is applied for a specific time. In addition, internal audits are contacted and improvement actions are taken based on the audit findings
Certification. An independent certification body chosen by the business certifies the Quality Management System.

 

Moreover, PRIORITY supports the operation after certification by conducting internal audits and providing consulting services.
In addition, PRIORITY provides its own software eQualSuite which allow the electronic management of quality system as it is designed to meet all the requirements of the standard.