Quality Management System
Quality Management System
Quality Management System
standard, which provides a framework for managing and improving an organization’s processes.
Below is an overview of the main requirements for a QMS as per ISO 9001:2015:
Understanding the organization and its context: Identify internal and external issues
that affect the ability to achieve the intended results of the QMS.
Understanding the needs and expectations of interested parties: Determine who the
stakeholders are and what their requirements are.
Determining the scope of the QMS: Define the boundaries and applicability of the
QMS within the organization.
QMS and its processes: Establish and implement processes to meet the QMS objectives.
2. Leadership
3. Planning
Actions to address risks and opportunities: Identify risks and opportunities that could
impact the QMS.
Quality objectives and planning to achieve them: Set measurable objectives that
support the quality policy.
Planning of changes: When changes to the QMS are planned, they must be controlled
and communicated effectively.
4. Support
Resources: Determine and provide the necessary resources (people, infrastructure, and
environment) for the QMS.
Competence: Ensure employees are competent based on education, training, and
experience.
Awareness: Make sure staff are aware of their contributions to the QMS.
Communication: Establish internal and external communication relevant to the QMS.
Documented information: Maintain documentation to support the QMS and ensure it's
controlled and updated.
5. Operation
Operational planning and control: Plan and control processes to meet QMS
requirements.
Requirements for products and services: Determine and review customer requirements
before offering products or services.
Design and development of products and services: Implement a structured process for
design and development.
Control of externally provided processes, products, and services: Ensure that
suppliers meet required standards.
Production and service provision: Control production processes to ensure conformity.
Release of products and services: Ensure products meet quality requirements before
release.
Control of nonconforming outputs: Identify and manage nonconforming products or
services.
6. Performance Evaluation
7. Improvement
These requirements are designed to create a systematic and process-driven approach to ensuring
quality in products and services. Adhering to them can help organizations achieve customer
satisfaction and continuous improvement.