ISO 9001:2015 Internal Audits Made Easy : Tools, Techniques, and Step-By-Step Guidelines for Successful Internal Audits, 4th Edition (With CD-ROM)

Implementing the requirements of ISO 9001 can be a daunting task for many organizations. In an attempt to develop a system that will pass the registration audit, we are tempted to establish processes with the primary purpose of conforming to the requirements of ISO 9001. In doing so, however, it is easy to lose sight of the primary intent of the standard: to continually improve the effectiveness of the quality management system (QMS) implemented at our organization.

This book is intended to help managers, quality professionals, internal audit coordinators, and internal auditors implement a practical internal audit process that meets the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 while adding significant, measurable value to the organization. The tools, techniques, and step-by-step guidelines provided in this book can also be used by those organizations that have a well-established internal audit process but are looking for easy ways to make that process more effective. The tools in the appendices of this book have also been provided on the enclosed CD to facilitate your customizing them to fit the specific needs of your organization.

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Preface

Chapter 1 : Introduction to Internal Auditing for ISO 9001:2015
Chapter 2 : Creating and Environment for Successful Audits
Chapter 3 : Selecting and Maintaining the Internal Audit Team
Chapter 4 : Typical Responsibilities and Authorities in the Audit Process
Chapter 5 : Audit Preparation
Chapter 6 : Performing the Audit
Chapter 7 : Reporting the Audit
Chapter 8 : Follow-Up Audit Activities

Appendix A : Process Models for Common Processes
Appendix B : Checklists for Common Process
Appendix C : Equipment Maintenance Case Study
Appendix D : Internal Audit Forms
About the Author
Index