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News and Commentary on ISO Management System Standards

Dr John FitzGerald

Director & Founder of deGRANDSON Global. Spent 15 years in the manufacturing industry and 25 years training, consulting & auditing management systems

ISO 9001 Management Review: DOs & DON'Ts

ISO 9001

Practical advice on compliance with Clause 9.3 requirements: The periodic management system review is an opportunity not to be missed ISO 9001 Clause 9.3.1 requires that 'Top management shall review the organization's quality management system, at planned intervals, to ensure its continuing suitability, adequacy, and effectiveness.' Is this just a 'rubber stamp' activity, or would you like to ...

22 Jan 2025

Workplace Safety: Global Regulatory Landscape

It is crucial for ensuring the well-being of the workforce and the sustainability of businesses worldwide. Each region brings its unique blend of cultural, economic, and legislative perspectives, shaping workplace safety standards that reflect local priorities, challenges, and advancements.

09 Jan 2025

Evidence for ISO 27001 Annex A compliance

ISO 27001

Demonstrating compliance with Annex A requirements of Annex A to your Certification Body Using ISO 27001 controls outlined in Annex A alone to address security vulnerabilities is never enough!

04 Jan 2025

ISO 9001 Internal Auditing: DOs and DON'Ts

ISO 9001

Wondering how to approach the requirements of ISO 9001 Clause 2? For whatever MSS you need to conduct internal audits, you have two basic approaches to choose from: Option 1: do the minimum necessary to satisfy the Certification Body (CB) Option 2: take the best advantage of the opportunity the mandatory requirement offers. You may well ask: Is it really worth my while putting time and effort ...

21 Dec 2024

ISO 13485 Certification in the Medical Device Supply Chain

ISO 13485

19 Dec 2024

Why ISO Management System Standards Matter

Regulations and Standards Related to Laboratory Management

ISO 17025

Regulations and standards are critical to ensuring laboratory operations' accuracy, reliability, and safety. These are fundamental to achieving high-quality results and maintaining the integrity of scientific work. Regulations and standards also provide a structured framework that laboratories must follow to meet both internal quality goals and external regulatory requirements. While an ...

17 Dec 2024

EMS Consultancy: Be a successful ISO 14001 Consultant

ISO 14001

Could you make a successful career in environmental management consulting? What skills, knowledge, and experience are needed? How do I acquire them? What ISO 14001 Training is necessary?

15 Dec 2024

The ISO Family of Environmental Standards

ISO 14001

13 Dec 2024

ISO 9001 Clauses

ISO 9001

Want the Helicopter view of ISO 9001? If yes, start here. ISO 9001 offers a comprehensive framework for establishing a solid Quality Management System (QMS). The key to this lies within its core clauses, a set of specific requirements that form the backbone of this standard. Let's look at each in turn to understand how they can transform your organization's approach to managing your business. ...

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News and Commentary on ISO Management System Standards

Dr John FitzGerald

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ISO 9001 Management Review: DOs & DON'Ts

Workplace Safety: Global Regulatory Landscape

Evidence for ISO 27001 Annex A compliance

ISO 9001 Internal Auditing: DOs and DON'Ts

ISO 13485 Certification in the Medical Device Supply Chain

Why ISO Management System Standards Matter

Regulations and Standards Related to Laboratory Management

EMS Consultancy: Be a successful ISO 14001 Consultant

The ISO Family of Environmental Standards

ISO 9001 Clauses

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