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10 Essential tips for a great quality system - #1 Management commitment
For any quality system to be really successful, it needs to be inspired and led from the top. This article discusses the issue of management commitment. It is the first article in a series of 10 being made available to Qudos Club members.
Applying the PDCA cycle (PDF)
The PDCA cycle is the key concept underpinning ISO 9001. The standard promotes a Process Approach to quality management, and the PDCA cycle can be applied to all processes. This article offers insight into how the PDCA may be applied to management systems
Getting to the root of the problem (PDF)
A discussion on the business improvement technique of Root Cause Analysis - including the Cause and Effect diagram, CEDAC and other techniques
How to address OHSAS 18001 Faster. Better. Smarter. (PDF)
A discussion on developing an OHSMS (Occupational Health & Safety Management System) based on the requirements of OHSAS 18001.
Taking a risk-based approach to internal audits (PDF)
Internal audits are - or at least they should be - an important feedback mechanism for management systems. However, many organisations fail to use them in the most cost-effective manner. This article includes a discussion on taking a risk-based approach to get much more value from your internal audit programme.
Addressing ISO 14001 with Qudos 3 (PDF)
Qudos 3 offers a comprehensive solution for an EMS (Environmental management system) based on the requirements of ISO 14001. This document is an overview of the correspondence between the ISO 14001 standard and the facilities included in the software.
Addressing ISO 9001 with Qudos 3 (PDF)
Qudos 3 offers a comprehensive solution for a QMS (Quality management system) based on the requirements of ISO 9001. This document is an overview of the correspondence between the ISO 9001 standard and the facilities included in the software.
Addressing AS/NZS 4801 with Qudos 3 (PDF)
With its new injury reporting tools, Qudos 3 offers a comprehensive solution for an OHSMS (Occupational Health and Safety management system) based on the requirements of AS/NZS 4801. This document is an overview of the correspondence between the standard and the facilities included in the software.
Whether your organisation needs to develop a compliance management system for the first time, or review and improve existing arrangments, Qudos can help by providing a consultancy service tailored to your individual situation. Contact us now to discuss your needs.