Consultancy Activity | Description | Typical Timeline |
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Initial Gap Analysis | Review current processes and systems against ISO 9001:2015 requirements. | 1–2 weeks |
Management Briefing/Project Kickoff | Introduction of ISO 9001:2015 framework to management and key stakeholders. | 1–2 days |
Training on ISO 9001:2015 Requirements | Conduct workshops or training sessions to explain the standard’s principles. | 2–3 days |
Documentation Review and Development | Develop/modify the Quality Management System (QMS) documentation (Quality Manual, Procedures, Work Instructions, etc.). | 3–6 weeks |
Risk Assessment & Context Analysis | Identify risks and opportunities, and determine the context of the organization in relation to quality. | 1–2 weeks |
Process Mapping and Workflow Design | Map out existing processes, identify areas for improvement, and design workflows according to ISO 9001 requirements. | 2–4 weeks |
Implementation of Quality Objectives | Set measurable quality objectives aligned with organizational goals and ISO 9001:2015. | 1–2 weeks |
Internal Audits and Pre-assessment | Perform internal audits to identify compliance gaps and prepare for the certification audit. | 2–3 weeks |
Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) | Address any non-conformities or issues identified during audits and improve processes. | 1–2 weeks |
Employee Awareness & Involvement | Ensure employees understand their roles in the QMS and are involved in the implementation process. | 1–2 weeks |
Management Review | Organize a review meeting to assess the effectiveness of the QMS and review performance metrics. | 1 day |
Final Certification Audit Preparation | Prepare documentation and processes for external audit. | 1–2 weeks |
External Certification Audit (Stage 1) | Initial audit to evaluate whether the organization is ready for certification. | 1–2 days |
External Certification Audit (Stage 2) | Full audit to evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the QMS. | 2–4 days |
Post-Certification Support | Provide ongoing support to ensure continued compliance and handle any issues post-certification. | 1–2 months after certification |
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