ISO 9001:2026 DIS Introduction Breakdown
Quality Principles, Process Approach & PDCA Changes Updates to Introduction Sections The ISO 9001:2026 Draft International Standard (DIS) continues to refine the structure and expectations of quality management systems. In this article, we analyze the remaining sections of the Introduction, focusing on: Quality Management Principles Process Approach Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Risk-Based and Opportunity-Based Thinking Relationship with Other […]
ISO 9001:2026 DIS Introduction Explained
What Changed from ISO 9001:2015? Similar structure, several wording refinements The The Draft International Standard (DIS) of ISO 9001:2026 introduces several subtle yet meaningful adjustments within the Introduction section. At first glance, the structure appears similar to ISO 9001:2015. However, important wording refinements and structural repositioning signal evolving expectations for organizations implementing a Quality Management […]
ISO 9001:2026 DIS Foreword Explained
What Changed from ISO 9001:2015? The Draft International Standard (DIS) of ISO 9001:2026 The Draft International Standard (DIS) of ISO 9001:2026 marks the sixth edition of the world’s most widely adopted Quality Management System standard. At first glance, the Foreword appears nearly identical to ISO 9001:2015. However, several subtle yet important changes signal shifts in […]
ISO 9001:2026 Draft Update
What we know so far and what it means for certified organizations Status as of January 2026 – First Impressions This is a Draft copy, released in August 27, 2025 is supposed to be the 6th edition of iso 9001 to replace the previous edition 2025 which was the 5th edition. Here is what the […]
ISO Audit Results and Nonconformities
There are some misconceptions about what ISO audit findings are. In this article, I attempt to explain clearly what audit findings are, what types of findings may be generated in an audit and the guidelines that is widely use to categorize audit findings. What are the results of audits? Depending on the audit style adopted …
Five Key Trends to Watch in 2018
The rules are changing and time is short. If you are a manufacturing company or a service provider, there is a good chance that you have heard about standards such as ISO 9001.
QMS Planning: Maintaining the Integrity of your QMS When your Company has Merged or been Acquired
In today’s age, mergers and acquisitions are one key tool for survival. Let’s face it, with the stagnant economy and fierce competition, companies need to look for strategic partnerships or be bought in order to continue to exist or remain relevant.
What to do with Organizational Charts?
When trying to follow an international standard such as ISO 9001, questions may arise about the best practice for maintaining your company’s organizational charts.
Curious About How ISO Standards Are Developed?
Very often we hear that ISO is developing a new standard. For example, a new standard on Occupational Health and Safety, ISO 45001, is under development. Let’s understand how standards are developed.
Document Control 101: How to comply with ISO and API without being trapped by your own words
Sometimes the interpretation of the ISO 9001 or API Q1 9th Edition/API Q2 requirements seem to force us to do things we won’t be able to do, or sustain for more than a few months— let alone days…
