NCR vs CAR vs CAPA Explained
The One Distinction That Simplifies Your Entire Corrective Action Process https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X09jKNUC3bI Overview of the Confusion One of the most common mistakes seen during audits is companies using NCR, CAR, CAPA, and NCN’s as if they all mean the same thing – and even auditors sometimes use them interchangeably. When a team doesn’t understand the difference, […]
Keeping Certification on Track
Why Companies Get Suspended or Lose Certification Overview While outright loss of certification is rare, many companies – especially in the API world – have been placed on probation or suspended. This post breaks down the most common reasons behind these outcomes: lack of management commitment, weak record-keeping habits, and poor root cause analysis. Lack […]
The Biggest Mistake Companies Make in ISO Certification
Why Process Identification is the Foundation of a Successful Management System Overview One of the most common mistakes companies make when pursuing ISO certification is jumping into documentation without first defining their scope through proper process identification. Without a clear process map, organizations end up building a management system with no real foundation – writing […]
ISO 14001:2026 Key Changes Explained
Powerful Insights into Transition, Trends, and Business Impact Overview of ISO 14001:2026 Updates The wait is finally over. The new ISO 14001:2026 Environmental Management System (EMS) standard has been released. If your organization is currently certified—or planning to get certified—understanding these changes is essential. This revision goes far beyond minor wording updates. It pushes environmental […]
Using Management of Change (MOC) to Implement ISO 14001:2026
Why ISO 14001:2026 Requires a Structured Change Approach Preparing Your Organization for ISO 14001:2026 Transition The release of ISO 14001:2026 Environmental Management System standard is a pivotal moment for organizations with Environmental Management Systems (EMS). As with any major revision, the difference between a smooth transition and a chaotic one comes down to how you manage change. One […]
ISO 14001:2026 Has Been Released
What It Means for Your Organization and What to Do Next Overview of the Revision The wait is over. The latest revision of the Environmental Management System standard, ISO 14001:2026, has officially been published. For organizations currently certified to ISO 14001:2015—or those planning certification—this update is a revision that follows a positive trend towards being […]
ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 Updates
Critical Insights into Upcoming ISO and API Changes Overview of Revisions and What They Mean for Your Organization Keeping up with ISO and API standards is essential to maintain certification and operational excellence. With ISO 9001:2026 and ISO 14001:2026 approaching, along with ongoing API Q1 and Q2 updates, understanding changes early allows organizations to plan, […]
Lessons in Tragedy: Reflecting on the Tennessee Plant Explosion and the Importance of ISO Standards
First and foremost, I want to express my deepest condolences to all the families affected by the devastating explosion at Accurate Energetic Systems in Tennessee. My heart goes out to every person who lost a loved one, as well as to the community that lost an important employer and source of pride. This tragedy has left […]
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 …
Have you lost your Quality Manager, Document Control person or do you lack resources to maintain your Management System? Do not despair Mireaux is here to help!
In the recent months, we have experienced unprecedented events, and many of Mireaux Management Solutions’ Clients have lost valuable resources essential to their business.
5 Signs Your Company Is in Dire Need of Root Cause Analysis & Corrective Action Training (With a Bonus Item for API Holders!)
If you are wondering whether your organization could benefit from formal Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and Corrective Action training, read below to see if any of these issues are present in your day to day operations.
Do we need to update our Management System procedures when somebody leaves?
In our current society, people are always on the go, and businesses are not immune to employee turnover. Whether people move to another company or change positions within the same organization, the reality is that people don’t stay in one job forever.
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.
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.
