At Bob’s Machine Shop, we recognize risk as being a combination of probability and consequences. We weigh the probability of impactful events occurring in an uncertain world and the severity of their consequences. Accordingly, we determine if risk is acceptable or if mitigating actions are needed to bring risk to an acceptable level. Continue reading
After having followed and and also participated in the “ISO 9001:2015 Revision Discus
sion” on Linkedin, started by Sidney Vianna, I found it interesting to have a closer look at a particular issue
I started a new discussion in Linkedin named: “Shall it be a requirement to apply a process approach?” and this is what I learned from the consensus opinions. Continue reading
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Many organizations dislike ISO 9001, evidenced by the dwindling number of ISO 9001 certificates being issued in many parts of the world. Organizations commonly find ISO 9001 to be confusing and somewhat painful, while at the same time requiring odd documentation seemingly only understood by ISO 9001 consultants and quality auditors. Continue reading
In this second article, I’m looking at areas of possible confusion and ambiguities in ISO 9001 (2015). My first article can be found at ISO 9001: (2015) Initial Observations.
We’ve been involved with ISO management systems since 1987 since the first ISO 9001 standard was developed. We consulted and trained with the first NA ISO registrar (certification body).
A long time ago. We’ve see the growth of the certification industry and have a number of lessons learned. What’s one of our biggest lessons learned? Continue reading