What is ISO 9001
ISO 9001:2015 is the current version of the international Quality Management System standard, based on 7 principles.
When it makes sense
- Customer demands in contract
- Regulated market requiring quality
- Competitive differentiator in tenders
- Foundation for sector certifications (ISO 13485, ISO 22000)
Implementation path
- Diagnosis (1-2 months)
- Initial training (1 month)
- Structuring (3-6 months)
- Implementation (3-6 months)
- Internal audit and management review (1-2 months)
- Certification audit (1-2 months)
Time and cost
- Total time: 9-18 months
- Validity 3 years with annual maintenance audits