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ISO 9001
Compliance & Risk
Definition
An internationally recognised standard for quality management systems.
Explanation
ISO 9001 certification signals that a supplier has a documented, audited quality management system. Buyers often require it as a qualification criterion because it gives baseline assurance of consistent quality processes.
Example
The tender requires bidders to hold current ISO 9001 certification.
Related terms
- Quality Assurance (QA) — The proactive processes that ensure goods and services will meet required quality standards.
- Supplier Prequalification — The process of screening suppliers against minimum requirements before inviting them to bid, to ensure only capable, compliant suppliers compete.
- Supplier Certification — Formal verification that a supplier or product meets a recognised standard.
- Supplier Audit — A formal on-site or documentary review of a supplier's processes, quality systems or compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISO 9001?
An internationally recognised standard for quality management systems. ISO 9001 certification signals that a supplier has a documented, audited quality management system. Buyers often require it as a qualification criterion because it gives baseline assurance of consistent quality processes.
Can you give an example of ISO 9001?
The tender requires bidders to hold current ISO 9001 certification.
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