ISO 9001:2008

Introduction and support package

In conjunction with the publication of ISO 9001:2008, Quality management systems - Requirements, ISO technical committee ISO/TC 176, Quality management and quality assurance, subcommitte SC 2, Quality systems, has published a number of guidance modules:

• Guidance on ISO 9001:2008 sub-clause 1.2 "Application"

• Guidance on the documentation requirements of ISO 9001:2008

• Guide to the Terminology used in ISO 9001 and ISO 9004

• Guidance on the concept and use of the process approach for management systems

• Guidance on 'Outsourced processes'

• Implementation guidance for ISO 9001:2008

• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Transition schedule

• ISO and IAF announce schedule for implementation of accredited certification to ISO 9001:2008

ISO Management Systems articles

• New editions of ISO 9001 and ISO 9004
  Advice for users on implementing ISO 9001:2008

• Sky-high perspective on news standards for hands-on managers