The benefits of ISO 9001 certification
The ISO 9001 quality management standard is widely known and respected. This is evidence of a company taking great care of its products and services.
But why are millions of businesses around the world interested in implementing this certification? ISO 9001 certification has ten benefits that can positively impact your business.
1. Increased likelihood of winning contracts
Businesses can benefit from ISO 9001 certification by securing public and private partnerships. Public sector tenders benefit from ISO 9001 certification because it signals well-run and credible businesses, eliminating the need for extensive due diligence. As well, many private sector companies have made ISO 9001 certification a requirement for their suppliers. A commitment to quality signifies that the business takes quality seriously.
2. Increased customer satisfaction
It is crucial to track customer satisfaction and address any issues raised as part of the ISO 9001 standard. By obtaining and maintaining ISO 9001 certification, companies demonstrate that they are serious about this issue.
3. Problems with products or services are reduced
Businesses with ISO 9001 certification are better prepared for unexpected events. There are processes in place, for instance, to make sure that problems are dealt with efficiently and don't recur in the future.
4. A better management system
Business success depends on appropriate analysis and reporting. As a result of the ISO 9001 standard, businesses are able to get this right.
5. Business practices that are more consistent
Implementing the standards will ensure consistency that benefits everyone, including customers. By ensuring that business processes are common and understood, employees won't have to think about what to do, or even make things up, as they will be clearer about their tasks.
6. A higher level of employee satisfaction and job security
In a well-defined and clearly managed organization, employees experience greater job satisfaction and feel more secure about their jobs.
7. Cost reductions
Lower insurance premiums can be achieved and maintained by achieving ISO 9001 certification. Due to effective processes and controls, insurers consider these businesses to be risk-reduced.
8. Improved business processes
Despite the fact that businesses don't want unnecessary paperwork, many are burdened with it. ISO 9001 demands that business processes be streamlined due to its discipline. It is important that processes are regularly reviewed so they don't become sluggish.
9. Maintaining a continuous improvement process
A good quality management system provides a solid foundation for continuous improvement.
10. Improvements in all areas of the business
As a result of the nine benefits outlined above, business performance and profits are improved overall.
We are certain you would see many of these benefits once you've implemented the ISO9001 certification requirements once you've considered ISO 9001 certification for some time or are researching it for the first time.
If you are unsure what is required to attain certification or need help achieving it, please contact us for a no-obligation discussion. You can find a solution that meets your needs, no matter what level you are at.
Alternatively, join Temple for an online event during the West Midlands Business Festival.
Event:
Achieving Success With Business Standards
10th March | 10am-11am GMT | Virtual Event
Presenters: Jaz Tanwar and Ian Hughes
Practical guidance and actionable strategies to help businesses implement ISO standards.
About the session:
Developed through consensus by industry stakeholders, regulatory bodies, professional associations, and standardisation organisations, Business Standards provide a common language and framework for organisations, regulators, and consumers.
Business standards help you to reduce costs, enhance performance and boost productivity. They help to deliver internal business improvements, cost savings in regulatory compliance and more efficient productivity. Certification to a standard proves that your product or service meets current national and international standards.
The only problem is that with over 100,000 of them - and more published every year - knowing which standard to implement can be a challenge.
To help you know where to start, join Temple for an online event. They will help guide you to find the right standards for your organisation, so you can establish a robust framework for success.
Attendees will benefit from expert-led sessions that demystify ISO implementation processes, including step-by-step approaches, case studies, and key pitfalls to avoid. You’ll attend interactive workshops, to apply what you learn in real-time.
At the end of the event, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap for starting your ISO journey. You'll feel empowered to improve efficiency, compliance, and overall business performance.