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ISO 9001:2026 quality management system
The internationally recognised standard for managing business processes so that they consistently meet customer requirements.
What is ISO 9001:2026?
ISO 9001 is the internationally recognised standard for a quality management system (QMS). It sets out how to manage all business processes so that they consistently meet customer requirements. The current edition, ISO 9001:2026, was published in September 2026 and replaces ISO 9001:2015. It keeps the focus on leadership, risk-based thinking and the context of the organisation, and builds in the 2024 climate change amendment. Organisations certified to ISO 9001:2015 have a three-year transition period to move to the new edition, and we help them make that move.
Benefits of an ISO 9001 quality management system
- Better management of core business processes
- Greater awareness of quality among staff
- More efficient and effective operation
- Improved employee motivation, awareness and morale
- Increased profits
- Improved productivity and quality
- Improved internal communication
- Less waste, a lower cost per unit or service, and higher productivity
Who can apply ISO 9001?
ISO 9001 is generic, so it applies to every type of organisation regardless of its size or business activities.
Typical sectors (companies and authorities): food and drink manufacturing, processing and services; oil and gas; construction and building; packaging material manufacturing; banking and financial services; IT and telecommunication services; trading companies.
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