ISO 9001Quality Management
QMS has issued over 18,000 ISO 9001 certifications to clients that have achieved management excellence
Discover how the QMS process gets your business certified for success:
Expert: our nationwide team of consultants and auditors has provided certifications to clients ranging from SMEs to blue chip organisations across a broad spectrum of verticals and industries.
Affordable: our processes add value at every stage, without taking up unwarranted management time. We commit to providing you with the best possible value for money – including a price promise from the outset, along with the ability to stagger payments at no extra cost.
Simple: we remove the red tape and paperwork for you, making the process as smooth and uncomplicated as possible, and ensuring you get the framework that works for you.
Why should I apply for ISO 9001 certification?
The ISO 9001 Quality Management System will help you streamline your processes, reduce errors, free up valuable management time and improve internal communications. Companies adopting this approach benefit from increased employee morale, improved customer retention and healthier revenues.
In short, by adopting ISO 9001 you demonstrate that your organisation is customer-focused and committed to delivering high quality services.
Here are some benefits of using the ISO 9001 framework:
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Increased efficiency: by following industry best-practice and focusing on quality you can reduce costs.
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Increased revenue: through the reputation of ISO 9001 you can win more tenders and contracts, and by being more efficient you will also retain more customers and experience more repeat custom.
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Improved employee morale: by improving internal communications you ensure everyone works to one agenda.
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Globally recognised: because the ISO 9001 standard was developed by industry experts from around the world, it provides reassurance to your international client.
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Improved record keeping: because the system covers your organisation’s document handling process from start to finish.
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Improved supplier relationships: because ISO 9001 certification ensures best-practice processes are in place which can contribute to more efficient supply chains, certification increases their confidence in your processes.
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Higher levels of customer satisfaction: by understanding your customers’ needs and reducing errors you increase customer confidence in your ability to deliver products and services.
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Continuous improvement: using non-conformity reporting and trend analysis, you can spot areas for improvement and stay ahead of the competition.
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Fact-based decision making: by using accurate, robust data the ISO 9001 will help you to make better decisions.
If you would like to find out how these benefits impact organisations like yours, please feel free to read our ISO 9001 client case study, which outlines how a business saved money and won new customers as a result of gaining ISO 9001 certification. Alternatively, you can view other useful documents in the download section below.
How businesses have benefitted from ISO 9001
As last year, it was great to have an auditor who not only reviewed all our evidence, but was also so well-informed on the standard, and able to offer useful advice.
Sarah Gordon, Associate Director
"The consultant was very professional, prompt and very helpful through out the whole process. He was supportive, providing good guidance and feedback in a very positive manner."
Derek Finan Eng Tech MIPHE, Quality Manager
How to get ISO 9001
Our expert consultants ensure the route to ISO 9001 certification is as straightforward as possible for you, taking as little as 45 days to complete. This includes helping you make any necessary improvements to existing business processes and writing the Documented Management System for you.
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Gap analysis
A QMS Consultant will visit your Organisation to review and document your current processes and procedures, highlighting any areas that do not meet the requirements of the Standard.
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Implementation
Now it's time to make sure any required process or procedural changes are made, as highlighted in the Review. QMS can provide templates to assist you in doing this.
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Certification
An Auditor must now visit your Organisation to check that the documented processes are being followed and that the necessary changes have been made. Once they are satisfied, you will be awarded your certification.
Download these helpful documents:
ISO 9001 Implementation Guide
Covering the principles of ISO 9001
CASE STUDY: Mode Print Services
A real life case study of a company that obtained both ISO 9001 & ISO 14001 certification
ISO 9001 Brief Overview Leaflet
Understanding the Basics of ISO 9001
ISO 9001 2008 to ISO 9001 2015 Upgrade Guide
ISO 9001 : 2008 to ISO 9001 : 2015
ISO 9001 Checklist
Understand what ISO 9001 requires from your business
Beginner's guide to ISO 9001
Quality Management System requirements explained
Top 10 Non-conformities for ISO 9001
Areas to focus on in order to prevent non-conformities
How much does an ISO 9001 cost?
The cost of certification depends on several factors. These include your business sector, your annual turnover, the location of your offices, and the number of employees. We will also need to know if you require ASCB or UKAS accreditation.
Whatever the circumstances, QMS is committed to providing a cost-effective route to ISO 9001:2015 certification. That’s why we focus on making the process simple and straightforward. We save you money because we spend less time creating complex document trails and more time building a streamlined system that works for your business.
To find out how affordable our ISO 9001 certification service is, just use our Fee Calculator and we’ll email you a bespoke quote immediately.
How long will it take to get ISO 9001?
From your first consultation with our ISO specialists through to certification, the process can take as little as 45 days. However, this does depend on the size and complexity of your business.
Remember, we can normally save you time and money by drafting the Documented Management System Manual for you. This can also help your business gain certification faster.
For more details on what it takes to gain an ISO 9001 Certification, please download our ISO 9001 implementation guide. Or use our ISO 9001 checklist to see what information you will need to provide to meet the ISO 9001 requirements.
Latest ISO 9001 news
At QMS we are constantly updating our approach and process to meet the latest changes in how ISO 9001 works.