Updated every 10 minutes of every day en-au Copyright: (C) Reed Business Information http://ferret.com.au http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialiasts-provide-a-brief-history-of-ISO-9001-n848319 Today the Quality Standard ISO 9001:2008 stating Quality Management System Requirements has become a central focal point for the establishment and expansion of businesses across the entire world. Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-discuss-quality-assurance-n848316 ISO 9001 Certification is not mandatory for any business in Australia as yet according to QA-Z Consulting Specialists. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-explain-External-Documentation-n814070 QA-Z Consulting Specialists have explained the External Documentation part of ISO 9001’s Clause 4.2.3. Thu, 4 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-explain-legibility-of-documents-n813580 The Standard ISO 9001 stipulates that documents shall be legible and readily identifiable. This article by QA-Z Consulting Specialists focuses on one part of the Control of Documents clause among other specified requirements. Mon, 1 Sep 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-focuses-on-reviewing-and-updating-of-organisations-documents-n812141 QA-Z Consulting Specialists have explained that the Quality Standard ISO 9001:2000 stipulates that documentation must be reviewed, updated as necessary and re-approved, so that the documentation procedure can be controlled. Thu, 14 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-release-third-part-of-ISO-9001-2000-Glossary-of-Terms-n812150 QA-Z Consulting Specialists have unveiled the third part of ISO 9001:2000 Glossary of Terms to demystify the terminology within the Standard of ISO 9001:2000, which may be particularly helpful for the management systems. Wed, 13 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-explain-Approval-of-Documents-Clause-of-ISO-9001-n811833 QA-Z Consulting Specialists have provided information, aiming at demystifying the intent of ISO 9001:2000 for the newcomer and existing Quality Managers. According to the Quality Standard ISO 9001:2000, documents required by the quality management system must be controlled. Mon, 11 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-unveil-second-part-of-Glossary-of-Terms-on-ISO-9001-n811464 QA-Z Consulting Specialists have unveiled the second part of ISO 9001: Glossary of Terms 9 to demystify the terminology within the Standard of ISO 9001:2000, which may be particularly helpful the management systems. Thu, 7 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-offers-tips-for-selecting-an-Internal-Auditor-n811361 QA-Z Consulting Specialists offers tips for selection of an in-house Internal Auditor. Firstly, select from one or two of the management team. However, this is only to ensure there is professional distance and respect from fellow workers. Wed, 6 Aug 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-explains-Requirements-for-Document-Control-clause-of-ISO-9001-2000-n810350 QA-Z Consulting Specialists has explained the Requirements for Document Control clause of ISO 9001:2000. Quality system standards are universal in their insistence on close and effective control of documentation throughout the Quality Management System, both internal and external documentation. Tue, 29 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-explains-control-of-documents-n807998 QA-Z Consulting Specialists has provided information, aiming at demystifying the intent of ISO 9001:2000 for the newcomer and existing Quality Managers. The task still remaining will be the know how to apply the concepts to one’s own procedures. However, having some explanation should be of considerable assistance. Mon, 28 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/ISO-9001-Glossary-of-Terms-available-from-QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-n807159 QA-Z Consulting Specialists has designed ISO 9001: Glossary of Terms to demystify the terminology within the Standard of ISO 9001:2000 and may be particularly helpful in writing the management systems. Mon, 21 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-outlines-requirements-for-a-Quality-Management-System-n806843 QA-Z Consulting Specialists has summarised the requirements for a Quality Management System. The Standard ISO 9001:2000 identifies the general requirements for a Quality Management System (QMS) as the need to establish, document, implement and maintain a quality management system and continually improve its effectiveness in accordance with the Standard requirements presented in sections within ISO 9001:2000. Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-offers-tips-for-selecting-a-Quality-Manager-and-a-Quality-Consultant-n806804 QA-Z Consulting Specialists offers tips for the selection of an in-house Quality Manager and an external Quality Consultant. Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-provides-information-on-ISO-9001-2000-n806472 Understanding ISO 9001:2000 can be difficult to the new comer. Then having the responsibility of trying to interpret and apply the standard to one’s organisational activities and management practices can seem like a headache. QA-Z Consulting Specialists has provided information aiming at demystifying the intent of ISO 9001:2000 for the newcomer and existing Quality Managers. Wed, 16 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/Tips-on-writing-an-ISO-9001-compliant-Quality-Manual-from-QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-n806327 QA-Z Consulting Specialists has provided information on writing an ISO 9001 compliant Quality Manual. To an experienced professional (Quality Assurance Consultant) it may take only a week or two to write an ISO 9001 compliant Quality Manual. To a newly appointed Quality Manager who is unfamiliar with the ISO 9001 Quality Standard, this may take months. Tue, 15 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-explains-ISO-9001-n806200 QA-Z Consulting Specialists explains the importance of ISO 9001 and its related documents. ISO 9001 is a series of documents that define requirements for the Quality Management System Standard. Mon, 14 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-outlines-ways-to-write-a-quality-management-system-n806064 More and more businesses in the manufacturing, industrial, commercial and service sectors are finding the need to gain certification in the Quality Standard ISO 9001:2000. Fri, 11 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/Quality-assurance-consultancy-services-from-QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-n805567 Quality assurance simply means meeting customer requirements effectively. Quality assurance consultancy services are available from QA-Z Consulting Specialists. Tue, 8 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/Quality-Management-System-training-services-from-QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-n783878 QA-Z Consulting Specialists offer on and offsite training in writing and/or assistance in revising Quality Management System. Thu, 3 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT http://www.ferret.com.au/c/QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists/Consulting-services-for-ISO-9001-certification-from-QA-Z-Consulting-Specialists-n783589 When introducing quality assurance to a newcomer, it should be understood that quality assurance essentially means meeting customer requirements. Wed, 2 Jul 2008 10:00:00 GMT