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Getting ISO 9001<\/a> certified is a great way to improve the satisfaction of your clients, your employees and anyone that trades with your company. The standard is suitable for businesses of all sizes and can help enhance productivity and improve the reputation of your business.<\/p>\n However, the process of becoming certified can seem like an intimidating prospect, which is why we\u2019ve answered some of your most frequently asked questions to help you get your head around the process.<\/p>\n ISO 9001<\/a> is an internationally recognised standard that sets out the necessary criteria for a quality management system. The aim of the standard is to help companies meet the requirements related to their product or service and in the process create a better customer experience. This is achieved through implementing a set of systems that tie together your customer needs, your marketing plan, and most importantly your business objectives.<\/p>\n Implementing ISO 9001<\/a> should see your organisation improve in a variety of areas. Benefits include:<\/p>\n All of these benefits will naturally lead to an increase in profit for your business.<\/p>\n If you find that your closest competitor has become ISO 9001<\/a> certified you need to make sure you\u2019re following in their footsteps. Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n ISO 9001<\/a> is known as a \u2018generic standard\u2019 which means organisations of any size or complexity can benefit from becoming certified. Although there are many benefits to implementing the standard, these are particularly true for small businesses:<\/p>\n For a more in depth discussion into why we think ISO 9001 makes sense for small businesses, have a read of this blog.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n The cost of getting ISO 9001<\/a> certified will depend on a number factors such as the size of your business, the sector you\u2019re in, the complexity of the audit required and various other things. Although there are a range of things that affect the cost of implementation, we\u2019ve put together an article that explains the various costs involved in becoming ISO 9001<\/a> certified. Read it here. <\/a><\/p>\n So you might be aware of the many benefits that ISO 9001<\/a> can bring to your business, but do you have any idea what steps are involved in order for you to become certified? If you don\u2019t, don\u2019t worry, we\u2019ve outlined them below:<\/p>\n For a little more detail into what each step entails, have a read of our blog.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Some businesses are put off by the large amount of procedures outlined in ISO 9001<\/a>, but you\u2019ll be happy to know that not all the procedures are mandatory, and many won\u2019t be necessary to your organisation.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s have a look at what documents are required for you to become certified.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n One of the main clauses regarding customer satisfaction in the ISO 9001<\/a> standard is clause 9.1.2. To satisfy the requirements of this clause you need to make sure you follow these 3 steps.<\/p>\n We explain each step in more detail here.<\/a><\/p>\n Having happy and satisfied staff is essential for any organisation to run at its most productive. The focus of the ISO 9001<\/a> isn\u2019t only to increase profit, but to streamline your business processes to benefit all areas of the business, including your employees, By implementing ISO 9001<\/a> you will:<\/p>\n When your staff are in a working environment where they feel comfortable and respected, they are more likely to work harder. Here\u2019s how we think ISO 9001 will help keep your employees happy.<\/a><\/p>\n Inefficiency can cost businesses a large chunk of their revenue, which means you should always be striving to make sure your business is operating at its optimum level of productivity. Implementing the ISO 9001 standard will help iron out problems in your business processes that might be costing you time and money. Want to learn more about how you can improve your productivity? Read more here. <\/a><\/p>\n Having a reliable ISO consultant that you trust is essential in making the process as easy and straightforward as possible. Here\u2019s how to work out how to choose the right consultant for you.<\/a><\/p>\n At IMSM we pride ourselves on offering world class consultancy services to organisations of all sizes, in any industry, all across the globe. For more information, get in touch. <\/a><\/p>\n Winning tender is a great way to score more contracts in your industry and develop your business. But the process can seem daunting for small businesses, especially if you\u2019ve never done it before. We\u2019ve put together some tips<\/a> on what to do if you\u2019re a small business that is thinking of bidding for a contract. Did you know that being ISO 9001<\/a> certified is a great way to show the organisation you want to work with that you have robust systems in place that can deal with their requests?<\/p>\nWhat is ISO 9001?<\/h2>\n
What are the benefits of ISO 9001?<\/h2>\n
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My competitor has ISO 9001 \u2013 do I need it?<\/h2>\n
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Do I need ISO 9001 if I only have a small business?<\/h2>\n
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How much is it going to cost to become ISO 9001 certified?<\/h2>\n
What steps do I have to follow to become ISO 9001 certified?<\/h2>\n
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What are the mandatory required documents for ISO 9001?<\/h2>\n
What is the customer satisfaction clause for ISO 9001?<\/h2>\n
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How will ISO 9001 benefit my employees?<\/h2>\n
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Will implementing ISO 9001 make my organisation more productive?<\/h2>\n
Do I need an ISO 9001 consultant and how do I choose the right one?<\/h2>\n
Will ISO 9001 help me win more tenders?<\/h2>\n