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9.0 Monitoring, measuring, analysing and evaluating

This is the 'Check' part of the PDCA process. Monitor, measure and analyse process performance. Monitor and measure processes and products against policies, objectives and requirements, and report the results. The methods employed and the timing of such analysis should be based upon priorities established by the organization.

  • Develop a process to identify, collect and analyze management system performance data and information from both internal and external sources.
  • Implement an internal audit programme to collect and analyze customer and management system data to ensure valid results and effective performance.
  • Conduct management review meetings at planned intervals to ensure continuing quality management system effectiveness.

How to apply the latest quality management principles

Apply the quality management principles (QMPs) in the context of your business's own particular operations by reviewing and documenting its activities in the context of each quality management principle. The ISO 9000 quality management principles are embodied with in the individual requirements of ISO 9001 and the table below relates these principles to the applicable clauses and requirements:

ISO 9000 Principles ISO 9001 Base Clauses Action & Compliance Summary ISO 9001 Clauses
Customer focus and Evidence based decision making 4.4.1 Evaluate (g) Develop a process to identify, collect and analyze management system performance data and information from both internal and external sources. 9.1 Monitoring, Measurement, Analysis and Evaluation
Evidence based decision making 4.4.1 Evaluate (g) Implement an internal audit programme to collect and analyze customer and management system data to ensure valid results and effective performance. 9.2 Internal Audit
Customer focus and Evidence based decision making 4.4.1 Evaluate (g) Conduct management review meetings at planned intervals to ensure continuing quality management system effectiveness. 9.3 Management Review

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