ISO 9001 Introduction for Management

ISO 9001 2008 Introduction for Management provides the information management needs to decide what method the organization will use to set up an ISO 9001 quality system.

The key requirements of the ISO 9001 Standard are reviewed so management understands what must be done to achieve certification, the approximate time required, and the resources that are needed to complete the project.

Who should attend:
Typically, this is a 2 to 3 hour presentation attended by senior management. Senior management often invites other personnel to attend part of the presentation.

Location: Premises of your organization
Time required: 2-3 hours
Fee: $600.00 (the number of attendees does not affect the cost)
Date: To be determined

Objective:
The objective is to determine the method to use to implement an ISO 9001 quality management system.

Part 1 – A Preview of ISO 9001:2008

Topic	Purpose
History of the ISO 9001 Standard	Compare past versions of the ISO 9001 Standard to the 2008 version that focuses on efficiency, effectiveness, customer satisfaction and continual improvement.
Structure of ISO 9001:2008	An overview of the main topics of the Standard.
Perceptions of the potential impact of the new system are obtained from a Brainstorming Session.	Information learned from this session determines the approach the organization wants to use based on the time and resources available.

Part 2 – Planning for ISO 9001:2008 Certification

Topic	Purpose
ISO 9001:2008 is a process-based management system.	To understand ISO 9001:2008, it is necessary to agree to the requirements of managing through processes. This segment describes this approach.
A review of the Clauses of the ISO 9001 Standard and the requirements for their implementation and use.	The Standard must be understood before it can be implemented. This segment provides a brief introduction to the main Clauses of ISO 9001:2008.  Click here to print out the Clauses (topics) in the Standard.
The requirements for achieving ISO 9001:2008 certification.	To create a successful certification plan, it is necessary to understand the strategic requirements for certification. This segment addresses this need.
Implementing ISO 9001	This segment describes a proven first-time certification method. Senior management often invites those who will work closely with the standard to attend this segment.
Establish plan for certification	Management are now conversant with the requirements and a proven successful method for certifying to ISO 9001:2008. This awareness enables a draft transition plan to be established.

Input from senior management defines the implementation approach best suited to the needs of the organization.

Fee includes Introduction materials.

Inquiries
For more information, or to make arrangements for ISO 9001 Introduction training at your location, contact:

Jane Birkenstock
Phone: (408) 371-9995
Email: Jane Birkenstock

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