This fifth edition of the standard cancels and replaces the 2008 version, which has been technically revised through the adoption of a revised clause sequence and adoption of revised quality management principles and new concepts.
It’s suitable for all types of organization, irrespective of size, location or sector.
It sets out what’s needed to implement a quality management system – the purpose of which is to improve overall performance and provide a sound basis for sustainable development initiatives. With more than a million organizations certified to it globally, ISO 9001 is the most widely recognized standard in the world.
