Quality-Regulatory

Social compliance audits, particularly when conducted by TIC firms, are fraught with issues compromising their effectiveness and integrity. Unlike audits for standards like ISO 9001, which rely on tangible evidence, social audits are largely document-based and dependent on readily manipulated worker interviews. In countries like China, workers are often coached to provide … [Read more...] about Social Audits: 4 Reasons Why Testing, Inspection, & Certification Firms Should NOT Do Them

Nonconformance and noncompliance are terms often used interchangeably, but they have distinct meanings in the context of quality management. Nonconformance generally refers to a product or process that does not meet specified requirements, which could involve design, materials, or procedure deviations. Nonconformities can be classified as major or minor, depending on their … [Read more...] about Nonconformance VS Noncompliance: A Brief Guide

The revision process for ISO 9001 has commenced, drawing significant attention due to its implications for quality management systems across industries. Equally important, though less publicized, is the revision of ISO 9000, the normative reference for ISO 9001 and other ISO standards. ISO 9000:2015, titled “Quality Management Systems—Fundamentals and Vocabulary,” lays the … [Read more...] about The ISO 9000 (Not 9001) Revision: Why It Matters

In response to the growing concern over climate change and its impact across various sectors, ISO has introduced significant amendments to the management system standards (MSS) under the guidance of the London Declaration on Climate Action. This move, discussed and approved during ISO's Annual Meeting in Brisbane, aims to integrate climate change considerations into the core … [Read more...] about ISO 9001:2015 Amendment 1 on Climate Change Published