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AITF Transition Guideline for ISO 9001:2015

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GUIDELINE FOR TRANSITION - ISO 9001:2015

ISO 9001:2015 Transition Guidelines

Your Complete Guide to Upgrading from ISO 9001:2008

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Introduction Key Changes Principles Timeline Transition Plan

1. Introduction

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of the transition from ISO 9001:2008 to ISO 9001:2015, highlighting the key changes and steps required for a smooth transition.

ISO 9001:2015 brings significant changes to quality management systems, with a stronger focus on risk-based thinking and leadership engagement.
Key Benefits of ISO 9001:2015:
  • Enhanced risk management
  • Greater leadership involvement
  • Improved process approach
  • Better alignment with business strategy
  • Increased customer satisfaction
  • More flexible documentation

2. Key Changes in ISO 9001:2015

Leadership Engagement

Greater emphasis on leadership commitment and accountability in the QMS.

Risk-Based Thinking

Systematic approach to identifying and addressing risks and opportunities.

Documented Information

More flexible approach to documentation requirements.

Transition Timeline

15 Sept 2015

ISO 9001:2015 Published

31 Mar 2017

Last date for ISO 9001:2008 applications

15 Sept 2018

ISO 9001:2008 certificates expire

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3. Seven Quality Management Principles

Customer Focus

Understanding and meeting customer requirements

Leadership

Establishing unity of purpose and direction

Engagement of People

Competent, empowered and engaged people

Process Approach

Consistent and predictable results

Improvement

Maintaining performance and creating new opportunities

Evidence-based Decisions

Data-driven decision making

Relationship Management

Managing relationships with interested parties

4. Transition Plan

For Existing Clients

  • Transition during surveillance or recertification
  • Additional 0.5 man-day for assessment
  • 6-month implementation period required
  • Gap analysis recommended

For New Clients

  • Direct certification to ISO 9001:2015
  • No need for transition later
  • Future-proof certification
  • Latest best practices