Quality management system
What is ISO 9001 Certification and Why is it so Important?
The ISO 9001 standard exists to provide organizations with the opportunity to develop baseline quality management systems, improve processes and meet the needs of customers. Achieving ISO 9001 certification is an important step for manufacturers and service providers, as it emphasizes performance while proving a dedication to quality and customers. As ISO 9001…
Read MoreWhy Be ISO 9001 Certified?
Our infographic demonstrates how ISO certification can bring a host of benefits to your organization. Other benefits of implementing and maintaining an effective quality management system include: Client Requirements – More and more customers are demanding that their vendors be certified. If your business doesn’t meet this criteria you could be losing out on sales. Increased…
Read MoreProcess Ownership 101 for Your Quality Management System
By Kim Roan – simpleQuE Consultant, Auditor and Trainer Define Your Quality Management System Processes Identifying process owners and understanding their significance in a quality management system (QMS) is one of the most critical aspects in maintaining an effective and efficient management system. Process ownership is especially relevant in the automotive realm of IATF 16949,…
Read MoreTop 10 Benefits of ISO 9001 Certification
Many reasons support why an organization should pursue ISO 9001 certification. Often, it’s because a client requests it, or a contract requires it, or the Management Team sets it as a strategic priority. Whatever the reason for achieving ISO certification, here are the Top 10 Benefits you will experience when implementing this standard as…
Read MoreCongratulations to the Philpott Rubber Team!
Established in 1889, Philpott Rubber Company has grown to be a leading provider of custom molded and extruded rubber parts, quality adhesives and custom polymer parts to the industrial, commercial and government market sectors. Philpott Rubber’s offerings are specifically tailored to satisfy each customer’s unique Operational and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) requirements. Located in Brunswick, Ohio, the team at Philpott Rubber worked with simpleQuE consultant,…
Read MoreSupplier Quality Audits – Do You Really Know Your Supplier?
Supplier quality audits – a way to examine and really know your suppliers. Many factors contribute to making a company successful, from both internal and external perspectives. While you can certainly ensure the success of your internal operations, your external operations – such as your suppliers, external providers, and outsourced processes – can sometimes be…
Read MoreRolling Out ISO 19011:2018 – Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems
ISO 19011:2018 (Guidelines for Auditing Management Systems) was released in July, and the new revisions have truly transformed the contents of the standard. The changes, including most significantly a new risk-based auditing approach, recognize the importance of managing risk in any management system, as well as the marketplace. ISO 19011 provides guidelines for auditing management…
Read MoreWhat is the Return On Investment of a Quality Management System?
Your company could have many motivations behind implementing a quality management system (QMS) such as ISO 9001. But in the end, making the decision to invest in a QMS always comes down to potential for profit, and an organization’s quality performance absolutely affects the bottom line. That’s why it’s essential to understand the return on…
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