Quality Assurance

Quality standards are sets of good management practices, methods, systems, requirements, and/or specifications established by industry advisory groups to help companies achieve and demonstrate consistent production and product quality.

Quality can be an obscure concept at first because what someone might see as quality someone else may not. Hence, the need and purpose of quality standards is crucial. ISO standards, such as ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, serve as a framework for businesses. Clearly defined standards and requirements make it easier for companies to meet what their consumers consider “quality” and they improve the overall vision of what the company should work toward.

But what good are quality standards if your company isn’t clear on how they apply to your specific product or service? Quality standards are only meant to serve as a framework. There are still walls to be built, fixtures to be mounted, and a floor to be laid.

This is where quality management systems come into play.