Becoming a Certified QMS Auditor is one of the biggest steps you can take to advance your career as an ISO 9001-based quality management system auditor. You will have more opportunities for work, become more attractive to certification bodies and other clients, and you will gain respect of your peers with this certification. You may…
by Craig Cochran The term “nonconformity” inspires fear in many people. It shouldn’t. A nonconformity is simply an opportunity for the management system to improve. It should not be viewed as an indictment of any person or group, but rather as a factual statement that drives improvement. Before we get any further, it’s helpful to…
If you’re a management systems auditor, you’ve no doubt considered professional auditor certification at some point in your career. If you have decided against it, it’s likely due to perception of expense or complexity, or lack of a requirement to do so by the certification body you work for. If you’re thinking about becoming a…
In the auditing community, the terms “certificate” and “certification” are unfortunately often used interchangeably. There is a big difference between the two designations. One recognizes that you have completed a training course. The other recognizes you as a professional who has completed a series of knowledge, experience, and competence activities and has ongoing requirements to…
