Getting certified in any regard involves some paperwork. This is especially true when it comes to certification regarding the implementation of quality management tools or systems. ISO 9000 and resultant updates, or upgrades to TS-16949, require a heavy level of documentation that can be difficult to manage, even for the most conscientious organization. Integrity Quality Systems, based out of Southern Michigan, has helped a number of Midwest companies achieve their certification goals through the development of ISO forms, processes and procedures that adhere to the rigid guidelines while allowing the company to continue to perform at its optimum capacity.
The truth of the matter is, in this day and age, ISO certification and registration are no longer optional. In the past, certification was a mark of prestige, of a company that goes above and beyond. Now, with the prevalence of certified companies, the mark of registration is needed just to compete. Excelling often comes with the upgrade to TS-16949, which requires a company already be registered with ISO forms in order.
A company can do a lot itself in order to prepare for these certifications, but the amount of work that goes into it can prevent a company's regular employee base from completing necessary tasks. Having an internal audit team can be expensive and is not often cost effective. This is where IQ Systems comes in; we can provide the benefits of an internal audit team with the expertise of outsiders who specialize in certification and quality management.
Our quality services are not limited to certification. We can also help with Six Sigma management, as we have a Certified Black Belt on staff. Training, cost reduction, problem solving and experiment design are all areas we are comfortable covering, and assistance with APQP/PPAP is available. For more information on everything we offer, please contact us today.