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Read the latest on the ISO 14001:2015 certification process, how to conduct an internal audit, how to comply with ISO 9001:2015, and more.

Climate change implications for auditors

Auditing climate change

Published: 5 Jun 2024

Richard Green, founder and owner of Kingsford Consultancy Services, examines the implication of ISO’s climate change amendments to management system standards for auditors.

Sustainability and climate change

Taking action on climate change

Published: 17 May 2024

In February, the International Standards Organization (ISO) added two new statements of text into 31 Type A management system standards, to ensure that climate change issues are considered. Geoff Vorley, Director of Quality Management and Training Limited, UK, takes a closer look at the impact of this on several of the key standards.

Lead Auditor Ravindiran Gurusamy

The key to compliance

Published: 23 Nov 2023

IRCA Principal Auditor Ravindiran Gurusamy examines the compliance obligations that are required in an environmental management system.

The Profession Map question mark.

Frequently Asked Questions: The Profession Map

Published: 31 May 2023

We understand that navigating a new tool can be overwhelming, which is why we’ve collated a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) to help you make the most of the Profession Map. From understanding your career options to developing your skills and competencies, we've got it covered.

Common mistakes found in the quality management systems for medical devices.

How QMSs can ensure safety in medical devices

Published: 11 Jan 2023

Karandeep Singh Badwal, Director of QRA Medical and an internal auditor for ISO 13485, outlines some of the common mistakes found in the quality management systems for medical devices.

In this interview, Warren Merkel, Vice President of Policy at the ANSI National Accreditation Board, explains the reasons behind the update to ISO/IEC 1706:2022 Conformity assessment – Code of good practice, and its impact on the work of quality professionals.

Conformity assessment: Setting the standard

Published: 11 Jan 2023

In this interview, Warren Merkel, Vice President of Policy at the ANSI National Accreditation Board, explains the reasons behind the update to ISO/IEC 1706:2022 Conformity assessment – Code of good practice, and its impact on the work of quality professionals.

The importance of gap assessments in auditing

Published: 11 Jan 2023

Conducting a gap assessment is a vital first step when implementing a new management system or integrating one with an existing system. IRCA Lead Auditor Andy Lau explains the steps that must be taken to ensure conformance with certification body standards.

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