Both AS 9100 and ISO 9001 calibration requirements are quite extensive, and special attention is required to meet them. Any tiny failure in this part of the QMS will trigger questions about the impacts on the product.
This post introduces step-by-step the different activities that are required to satisfy (in an efficient manner) ISO 9001 and AS 9100 calibration requirements for control/measuring equipment used for product and process verification.
Counterfeiting presents a significant challenge in modern manufacturing and supply chains, where the integrity of products and components is crucial. Counterfeit goods can compromise safety, diminish quality, and lead to severe financial losses.
This article aims to guide the implementation of effective systems and practices to prevent counterfeit risks, aligning with AS9100, Nadcap and industry standards.
A special process refers to a production or manufacturing procedure where the final product’s quality cannot be confirmed through standard inspections or testing after completion. This means that the outcome cannot be verified without using destructive methods that would compromise the product. As a result, the process must be rigorously controlled and validated to ensure that it consistently meets the required standards.
The purpose of this article is to provide guidance on how to implement a system that manages Special Process in line with AS9100/Nadcap requirements.
FOD (Foreign Object Debris) are considered as a major concern in the aerospace industry whether it is commercial, defense, or space. In fact, FOD have contributed to major incidents/accidents that resulted in costly material damages, loss of vehicles and of life. Ultimately it leads to financial losses and impacts to company’s image.
While most companies strengthened their processes in the traditional areas, auditors transitioned to spend more time in “non-traditional” topics such as FOD, counterfeit prevention or human factors.
The purpose of this article is to provide guidance on how to implement a robust FOD prevention program. Continue reading
With the latest revision of ISO 9001 in 2015 and AS9100 in 2018, there has been a strong emphasis to understand and define the context of the organization in the Quality Management System (QMS) which encompass interested parties as well as internal & external issues and scope of the QMS.
This article will support you define the internal and external issues related to your organization as part of your QMS and the way to record this information, the prioritization, and actions taken to address related risks. Continue reading
The management review is usually a yearly meeting where the organization management reviews the overall performance of the QMS. It is one of the documents shared with external auditors before the start of the on-site audit.
This article will provide guidance on the key elements to include in the management review meeting as well as ready-to-use procedure and template in the download section.
Document control is one of the most important parts of the QMS. ISO 9001 as well as AS9100 emphasized this part of the system.
This article will support you in implementing a document control procedure that is efficient and meet ISO and AS requirements.
