Implementation

· To be certified to ISO 9001:2000, an organization has to demonstrate that the QMS functions properly and the various control mechanisms are operational.
· Implementing a Quality Management System (QMS) within an organization needs to be a decision by top management. The objective of the quality system needs to be clearly defined so that the system can be effective.
· The system must be reviewed regularly and measured for effectiveness, adjustments must be made to reflect major changes to the organization and business practices. The system must be practical and accessible to all employees within the organization.
· In practice this means that, one complete cycle of the internal audit system has been completed and can be shown to be effective, one management review has been conducted and the QMS has been operational for a minimum of 3 months.


DEVELOP SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION, ASSESSMENT & IMPLEMENTATION

EVALUATION
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MANAGEMENT REVIEW & INTERNAL AUDIT


FINALIZATION, REVIEW & APPROVAL

SYSTEM OPERATING


TRAINING EMPLOYEES


FOLLOW THE DOCUMENTED PROCESS AND MAINTAINING RECORDS

CERTIFICATION

· It is not essential to gain certification for a Quality Management System to work effectively. It depends on the organization if they wish to gain certification.
· However the benefits should be considered:
o Your company will be recognized as an organization that is committed to providing quality products, improvement and customer satisfaction.You will gain respect through the industry as a fully certified quality company and higher perceived quality.