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What’s Required for ISO 9001 Certification?

05 Sep 2025 Posted by Christina Gamache in Blog, Home Page
ISO 9001 is the global standard for Quality Management Systems (QMS), helping organizations consistently deliver high-quality products and services. Achieving certification demonstrates commitment to quality, improves operational efficiency, and can give your business a measurable competitive edge. Key ISO 9001 Certification Requirements To achieve ISO...
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Seven Core Principles of Quality

27 Jun 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page, Videos
Many organizations implement an ISO 9001 quality management system due to customer pressures or to win more business, but for the QMS to truly be effective and value-added to the organization, there are core quality management principles that must be in place. In this episode...
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Key Resources Every Management System Needs

20 Jun 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page
  Implementing an ISO management system like ISO 9001 (Quality), ISO 14001 (Environmental), or ISO 45001 (Occupational Health and Safety) can offer lasting benefits—but only if your organization is properly prepared. Many companies underestimate the depth of planning and resource allocation required to make these...
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Quality Management Team Roles ISO 9001

Key Roles That Drive Quality Management Success

06 Jun 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page
  In today’s competitive landscape, the quality of products and services can define a company’s reputation— and its long-term success. Quality is no longer optional; it’s a core expectation from customers, regulators, and stakeholders alike. At the center of this effort is the quality management...
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Can AI Strengthen or Sabotage Your QMS?

30 May 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page, Technology
  Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how organizations operate, including within ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems (QMS). From improving product quality to boosting efficiency and customer satisfaction, AI brings powerful capabilities. But with innovation comes risk. As AI becomes more integrated into business operations,...
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When to Use Shall, Should May and Can

16 May 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page, Videos
Many organizations struggle with the appropriate use of the verbs Shall, Should, May and Can in their policies, procedures, and work instructions. In this episode of The ISO Show, Oscar defines each verb and provides clear examples when each should be used over the other....
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How to Build a Work Culture That Fixes Inconsistent Quality

09 May 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page
  In today’s fast-paced, tech-driven world, delivering quality isn’t just a nice-to-have; it’s a key differentiator. Customers and clients are more discerning than ever, and in industries where speed and innovation are accelerating, consistently offering high-quality products or services is what sets top-performing organizations apart....
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Key ISO 9001 Changes In 2026

02 May 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page, Videos
It's been 10 years since ISO 9001:2015 was published and ISO 9001:2026 is anticipated to be published in September of 2026. In this episode of The ISO Show, Oscar will discuss 7 key changes that organizations should be aware of and start thinking about. Oscar...
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Bouncing Back After A Failed Certification Audit

10 Apr 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page
  As management system consultants, we frequently guide organizations through the ins and outs of ISO standards, from understanding their benefits to navigating the certification process. While the goal is always to achieve compliance smoothly, setbacks can happen— whether due to overlooked nonconformities or a...
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Survive The Tariff War with ISO 9001

04 Apr 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page, Videos
On 4/2/25, President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs on imports from 90 nations that charges the United States more than 10% on US exports. Many organizations are concerned on how tariffs will increase their costs and reduce their profitability. In this episode of The ISO Show,...
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Build Stronger Customer Relationships with ISO 9001

18 Mar 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page
  In today's highly competitive markets, businesses across all industries are increasingly prioritizing quality and excellence. Above all, customer satisfaction has the power to transform how an organization operates. One of the most effective tools for improving customer satisfaction is the ISO 9001 Quality Management...
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Tips for First Time Internal Auditors ISO

Tips for First-Time Internal Auditors

13 Mar 2025 Posted by Oscar Combs in Blog, Home Page
  Becoming an Internal Auditor is only the beginning; even after completing the appropriate training courses, it can be a challenge to put what you've learned into practice. Applying your new knowledge can take some time and experience before you can truly perfect the auditing...
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