We're always talking about ISO 9001 certification here on the NPT Management Systems blog, but if you're not familiar with ISO 9001, it may sound like a name given to some form of cyborg in a Terminator movie.

Fortunately, the reality is far less sinister and considerably more helpful.

ISO 9001 for Beginners

In a nutshell, ISO 9001 is the international standard that specifies best practices for implementing quality management systems within an organisation.

The standard aims to help companies enhance their overall quality by improving efficiency, ultimately resulting in a better service for the customer.

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Naturally, any company that has achieved ISO 9001 certification will be able to deliver a high quality of service that meets an appropriate customer and regulatory standard.

The latest version of ISO 9001 is known as ISO 9001:2015 and is used by over a million organisations around the world, ranging from small businesses to multi-national corporations.

Benefits of ISO 9001

There are a variety of benefits to being ISO 9001 certified, from operational to reputational.

First and foremost, implementing a QMS (quality management system) that complies with ISO 9001 standards will allow your company to improve the quality of its output by promoting consistency and efficiency. Quality should steadily and continuously increase thereafter - see continuous improvement.

Meanwhile, in terms of company stature and status, obtaining the ISO 9001 standard can open up a world of business opportunities. Many big companies will only conduct business with ISO 9001-certified suppliers, allowing for wider expansion of clientele.

From an internal point of view, ISO 9001 can also have a profoundly positive impact on staff by promoting leadership, defining roles and designating responsibility. The result of this can help establish a positive company direction and improve company culture going forward.

How to Get ISO 9001 Certification

At NPT Management Systems, we specialise in helping businesses to achieve ISO 9001 certification. In fact, we have helped countless UK businesses to reach their ISO certification goals on their very first attempt.

If you are interested in exploring ISO 9001 certification, enlisting the help of NPT Management Systems is a smart choice. Our team of experienced specialists will be able to efficiently assist you in your quest and guide you through the process step-by-step.

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ISO 9001 is the go-to standard for quality management systems. It's utilised throughout the business world as a means of streamlining company processes.

However, it’s not just the boardroom and office blocks that can benefit from the implementation of an ISO-compliant quality management system (QMS). Construction firms can benefit greatly from ISO 9001 certification too.

In fact, ISO 9001 is specifically designed to be universal - it can be applied to virtually any organisation, anywhere in the world, regardless of what products and services that organisation offers

As a result, there are a many key benefits of ISO 9001 that lend themselves particularly well to the world of construction and can help construction businesses to reach the next level.

ISO 9001 for the Construction Industry

By streamlining your construction company processes, ISO 9001 certification will not only help you to engage your employees, improve efficiency and boost morale - it can also allow you to better manage your supply chain through the principle of relationship management.

Meanwhile, from an outsider’s perspective, ISO 9001 certification can also be advantageous when it comes to winning over public-sector clients, such as local authorities. ISO 9001 compliance will mean that your business comfortably meets government legislation and regulations.

Becuase it's an internationally-recognised QMS standard, large-scale clients that are averse to taking risks on unproven entities will look for ISO 9001 accreditation as an assurance that your company is committed to consistent high quality.

Why Choose NPT Management Systems?

When it comes to ISO 9001 certification, NPT Management Systems are hard to beat in terms of flexibility, efficiency and simplicity.

At NPT Management Systems, our all-in-one quality certification service is perfect for any business, including construction companies.

We can help you to design, document and implement a QMS that adheres to the latest ISO 9001 standards. Where possible, we will endeavour to implement the system around your existing processes.

Best of all, we even offer a free initial consultation and quotation service to help get the ball rolling - proving that, with NPT Management Systems, there really is nothing to lose and everything to gain.

For more information, call 02380 659 867 or get in touch via the NPT Management Systems website.

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Intonation Translation and InterRegs are two companies operating under the Intereurope Ltd umbrella.

InterRegs are the premier online resource for up-to-date, global vehicle safety and emissions regulations.

Intonation Translation provide professional translation and interpretation services.

What did we do for them?

Last year, we helped InterRegs and Intonation to transition to ISO 9001:2015. In July, they had their first visit from LRQA and, following this, were recommended for ongoing certification.

Since joining Intereurope Ltd in 2018, we have been conducting internal audits and helping them with general consultancy.

Intonation and InterRegs are very happy with the service we have provided them so far and said:

"NPT Management Systems have been instrumental in helping us to achieve a smooth transition to ISO 9001:2015. They are providing an excellent consultancy service together with consistent and accurate internal audits to help us maintain our certification."

- QA Manager, Intereurope Ltd

If you're interested in achieving ISO 9001:2015 certification, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

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In addition to our ISO certification services, we at NPT Management Systems also provide occasional training for businesses who want to gain a stronger understanding of ISO 9001 and quality management in general.

We recently conducted a 'Lunch & Learn' training session for a client here in the South of England. We were invited to go in and educate the company's employees about Quality Management & ISO 9001 - the company supplied the pizza, and more than 50 employees took part, making this the largest training session we have delivered to date.

NPT Management Systems provided a mixture of slides and interactive exercises that were designed to give those present a firm grasp of the subject matter. All of these learning materials were specifically tailored to the company.

If you would like to set up a quality management training session for your organisation, please call NPT Management Systems on 02380 659 867 to discuss your requirements.

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Based in Southampton, SpiralWeld Ltd provide specialist engineering services for a variety of different industries (including the energy, marine, chemical and defence sectors).

Last year, we at NPT Management Systems helped the SpiralWeld team to simplify their quality management system and transition to ISO 9001:2015 in a timely manner. More recently, we came to SpiralWeld's assistance again, helping them to successfully pass a surveillance audit - a crucial part of preserving your organisation's ISO-accredited status once the ISO 9001 certification has been achieved.

Here's what SpiralWeld's MD had to say about the assistance we've been providing:

"We at SpiralWeld Ltd were very impressed by the competence of NPT's friendly and supportive service. Everything required was completed in good time and to an excellent standard. We will be pleased to work with Neil at NPT for our future support needs."

- Greg Lindsell, Managing Director

If we can help with your organisation's ISO 9001 certification requirements, please don't hesitate to contact NPT Management Systems today.