ISO 9000 family of QMS standards helps organisations ensure that they meet customer needs for a product or service in addition to the statutory and regulatory requirements of the industry. The latest version of this standard is ISO 9001: 2015 and mandates that organisations carry out a few activities with regards to the risks and opportunities of the Quality Management System (QMS).
What are the Benefits of Having a Documented Risk and Opportunities Procedure?
While ISO 9001: 2015 standard does not require a documented procedure for this, it is recommended to have one for addressing risks and opportunities. Here are a few reasons why it is beneficial for organisations:
- Be Consistent: If you are implementing a new process in your organisation, it can be helpful to document it so that you stay consistent. By documenting a new process to address risks and opportunities, you will be able to identify ways to improve the process in the future.
- Integrate it with Your QMS Effectively: When you want to address risks and identify opportunities, it is easier to create a plan and integrate it with your QMS. By having a documented procedure, you can state how these risks were determined and how the new processes will be implemented.
- Involve New Members: Even if you have been following a process to identify and deal with risks and opportunities for a long time, having a documented procedure can help you add new members to the team easily. These new members can get acquainted with the process if it is documented as compared to a process that has to be explained verbally since it can lead to confusion and misunderstandings.
- Check Your Progress: Once you have identified the risks and opportunities, you need a documented risk and opportunity procedure to assess your progress and make changes if required. A short and simple risk and opportunities documented procedure can be a great asset for your organisation.
What is the Cost of ISO 9001 Certification?
The cost of the ISO certification is variable and depends on various factors such as:
- Industry
- Territory
- Region
- Size of the organisation
- Certifying agency
- The stage where the organisation is on its ISO 9001 certification journey
The identification and assessment of risks and opportunities for the QMS can help you create plans to address these issues and fit them into your regular activities. Get in touch with an accredited ISO certification company in India to get started on your ISO 9001 journey. The certification company will also help you document a robust risk and opportunities procedure.
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