(640,1,'2023-05-31 14:55:23','2023-05-31 14:55:23','<!-- wp:html -->\n<h3>More and more market-leading businesses are recognizing the importance of management systems to key business functions and understand the significance of certification – it’s their proof point that gives them the competitive edge.</h3>\n               <p>There has been a considerable increase in management systems certifications recently, reinforcing their importance in the market. </p>\n               <p>In this blog, we will uncover the following topics, including some complimentary, supportive resources for you to download and share:</p>\n               <ol>\n                  <li>The Importance of Management Systems</li>\n                  <li>8 Step Implementation Plan</li>\n               </ol>\n\n<p>Management systems are important tools for supporting competitive organizations that must adhere to legal and tender requirements for production, services, and business activities. </p>\n\n<p>Businesses today face increasing levels of complexity and risk, which has been further compounded by the global pandemic. In a recent American Institute of Certified Public Accountants survey, 57% of respondents perceived an increase in the volume and complexities of risk for their business. In addition to facing increased demands, organizations often find the performance requirements conflict with strategic goals. </p>\n\n<p>For instance, an organization may strive to: </p>\n\n <ul class=\"listing01\">\n                  <li>Deliver high quality products at a low price </li>\n<li>Achieve global scale while retaining local knowledge or </li>\n<li>Guarantee fast and reliable supply of quality products </li>\n               </ul>\n<p>This growing complexity requires a more sophisticated approach to risk management as organizations take a more progressive approach to certification. They recognize that standards are more than just a checkbox to remain compliant with regulators or request for proposal reviewers. Certification to one or more ISO standard can support a risk-based-thinking culture that promotes: ‘whole organization’ involvement and commitment, continuous improvement, competitive advantage, and greater efficiency. </p>\n\n<p>Many organizations have realized the value from having certifications aligned to their strategic priorities, including Quality, Environment, Health and Safety and Information Security. </p>\n\n<h3>The Importance of Management Systems</h3>\n<p>A management system is a key tool in helping to streamline your business processes and build-in efficiency. Implementation of the appropriate management system and certifying to the appropriate standard to your business improves business performance and embeds safe and sustainable practices into your operations. On a practical level, it demonstrates your capability to meet the needs of your customers and in doing so, empowers your business to improve its relationships with them too. An effective management system looks at managing and optimizing risks, improving performance and transparency, and fueling a culture of continual improvement. Implementation of the standard for that system is often the key driver to customer’s expectations being met around the quality or trustworthiness of a business.</p>\n\n<p>This can be achieved by adopting management system standards and getting ISO certified. Taking this approach is not just about box ticking either – for many businesses adopting management standards is a fundamental part of their growth strategy. By ensuring consistent improvement to their products and services as well as efficiency and performance, they secure a more robust and sustainable business, which in turn achieves the goal of meeting or exceeding customer expectations.</p>\n\n            </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\"> \n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"\">5 Steps to Certification – 1 Step Closer to Winning</h2>\n                        <p>Management systems are important tools for supporting competitive organizations that must adhere to legal and tender requirements for production, services and business activities. Savvy companies adopt standards to gain a competitive edge, manage and optimize risks, improve performance &amp; transparency and fuel a culture of continuous improvement. Download this whitepaper to get an introduction to management systems and certification, and more specifically understand:</p>\n                        <ul class=\"listing01\">\n							<li>What Management Systems are</li>\n<li>The benefits of a Management System</li>\n<li>Certifying your Integrated Management System</li>\n<li>The 5 steps to certification</li>\n<li>The four most popular ISO Standards</li>\n						</ul>\n						\n						<a href=\"#\" title=\"Download Now\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n			   <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/aerospace-alleviations.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\"> \n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <p>Below is a list of the most common standards adopted by businesses looking to align with international best practices, and accelerate business growth:</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"imageTextListing\">\n			<div class=\"imageTextList\">\n			<div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5 col-lg-3 gx-5\">\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb imageStandardThumbSmall\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMS-DoD-infograph-14001.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7 col-lg-9 gx-5\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h3>ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems</h3>\n                        <p class=\"\">An Environmental Management System is a set of business processes and documentation that control the conditions and factors that affect, or could affect the environment (including; air, water, land, natural resources, flora, fauna, human, and their relationship) to protect the environment and respond to change in environment.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			</div>\n			<div class=\"imageTextList\">\n			<div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5 col-lg-3 gx-5\">\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb imageStandardThumbSmall\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMS-DoD-infograph-1-9001.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7 col-lg-9 gx-5\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h3>ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems </h3>\n                        <p class=\"\">A Quality Management System based on the ISO 9001 principles is a set of business processes and documentation that focuses on the enhancement of customer satisfaction by meeting customer requirements. </p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			</div>\n			<div class=\"imageTextList\">\n			<div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5 col-lg-3 gx-5\">\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb imageStandardThumbSmall\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMS-DoD-infograph-2-45001.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7 col-lg-9 gx-5\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h3>ISO 45001 Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems </h3>\n                        <p class=\"\">OH&amp;S Management System is a set of business processes and documentation that control the conditions and factors that affect or could affect the health and safety of workers (including temporary workers and contractor personnel), visitors, or any other person in the workplace, to avoid their ill health and/or injury. </p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			</div>\n			<div class=\"imageTextList\">\n			<div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5 col-lg-3 gx-5\">\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb imageStandardThumbSmall\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ISMS-infograph-2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7 col-lg-9 gx-5\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h3>ISO 27001 Information Security Management Systems </h3>\n                        <p class=\"\">Organizations and their information systems are at risk of security threats from sources including; fraud, espionage, sabotage, and natural causes. ISO 27001 enables organizations to align with global best-practice for information security management. It offers organizations a robust and practical framework to assist with the improvement of information security, focusing on the preservation of confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information. </p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			</div>\n		   </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"cta pt-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-11 m-auto\">\n                  <div class=\"ctaFooter yellowBg\">\n                     <div class=\"ctaWrapper\">\n                        <h3>Download this whitepaper to learn more about the four business standards you should consider when building a robust and effective management system</h3>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Download Now\" class=\"customBtn01 mt-0\">Download Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg text-white\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">8 Step Implementation Plan</h2>\n                        <p>The Storage and Distribution network is key to ensuring that the product retains its quality and safety before it arrives at the customer door.</p>\n						<p>Once you have adopted the appropriate Standards for your organization, follow a structured and systematic approach to implement your management systems. This includes developing documentation to meet business and standards requirements, training staff and implement systems in the business, conducting internal audits, and management review meetings. </p>\n\n<p>Effective Management Systems focus on the organization’s performance, where key priorities and objectives are clear, and the system compliments business processes.</p>\n<p class=\"textYellow\">Below is an 8 step guide to assist with this process: </p>\n	<ol class=\"listing01\">\n		<li>Provide awareness and training </li>\n<li>Define strategic objectives </li>\n<li>Design and document processes </li>\n<li>Implement the new processes </li>\n<li>Conduct a gap analysis </li>\n<li>Assign corrective action to any gaps identified in the previous step </li>\n<li>Schedule and complete a certification audit via your chosen Certification Body </li>\n<li>Continually measure, monitor and review </li>\n	</ol>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"postionRelative mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Why QCI Global</h2>\n                  <p>The most successful companies invest in their people and develop leaders. Without continuous professional training, you’ll get left behind in today’s hyper changing business world. Continuous learning leads to long-term success for you and your organization. QCI Global Assurance can guide you on your learning journey. </p>\n\n<p>Being an accredited certifying body, we have developed training courses that better enable you to get the most out of your management system and standards adoption for your business.</p> \n\n<p>Learn to plan, implement, assess and improve your management system across your organization, according to best practice. </p>\n\n<p>QCI Global’s world-class experienced specialized trainers are some of the world’s foremost authorities in their fields. We receive an average consistent satisfaction score of 98% from over 100,000 trained individuals each year. Separate your organization apart from the pack and keep in touch with best practice through a practical and applied learning experience. </p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"postionRelative\">\n		<div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Content</h2>\n                  <p>For more information and guides to assist you with your journey to management systems certification, follow the below links.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Audit &amp; Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Integrated Management Systems\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    Optimise business disciplines through certification to international Standards in Quality, Environment, Health and Safety and Information Security.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-02.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n								<div class=\"category\">\n                                    Quality Management Systems\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    5 Management Systems Gaps Impacting Business Performance\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    To achieve sustained success, organizations need to use their management systems as a business tool that focuses on strategic success AND meeting the existing needs of its customers.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n								<div class=\"category\">\n                                    Auditing &amp; Certification Integrated Management Systems Quality Management Systems\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Developing an ISO 9001, 14001, 45001 Implementation Plan\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    Watch on-demand our webinar to learn how to successfully plan and manage your integrated business management system implementation effort to completion.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n								<div class=\"category\">\n                                    Management Systems Integrated Management Systems News &amp; Resources\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Planning the Implementation of an Integrated Management System\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    Organizations need a single, integrated business management system (IBMS) to simply and clearly define their day to day operations.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-02.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n								<div class=\"category\">\n                                    Sectors\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Driving Continuous Improvement Using Internal Audits\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    During this webinar we’ll discuss how you could improve your facilities food safety and compliance in just 1 day.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n								<div class=\"category\">\n                                    Auditing &amp; Certification Quality Management Systems\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    The Impact Of Leadership On Internal Audits\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    The specific requirements for internal audits have not really changed much, apart from introduction of the “impartiality and objectivity” requirement. The current version of the Standard (ISO 9001:2015) does, however, contain significantly more requirements for top management engagement.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Why You Should Adopt A Management System','More and more market-leading businesses are recognizing the importance of management systems to key business functions and understand the significance of certification – it’s their proof point that gives them the competitive edge.','inherit','closed','closed','','110-revision-v1','','','2023-05-31 14:55:23','2023-05-31 14:55:23','',110,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=640',0,'revision','',0),(641,1,'2023-05-31 14:56:59','2023-05-31 14:56:59','','IMS-DoD-infograph-1-9001','','inherit','open','closed','','ims-dod-infograph-1-9001','','','2023-05-31 14:56:59','2023-05-31 14:56:59','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMS-DoD-infograph-1-9001.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(642,1,'2023-05-31 14:57:00','2023-05-31 14:57:00','','IMS-DoD-infograph-2-45001','','inherit','open','closed','','ims-dod-infograph-2-45001','','','2023-05-31 14:57:00','2023-05-31 14:57:00','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMS-DoD-infograph-2-45001.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(643,1,'2023-05-31 14:57:01','2023-05-31 14:57:01','','IMS-DoD-infograph-14001','','inherit','open','closed','','ims-dod-infograph-14001','','','2023-05-31 14:57:01','2023-05-31 14:57:01','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/IMS-DoD-infograph-14001.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(644,1,'2023-05-31 14:57:01','2023-05-31 14:57:01','','ISMS-infograph-2','','inherit','open','closed','','isms-infograph-2','','','2023-05-31 14:57:01','2023-05-31 14:57:01','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/ISMS-infograph-2.png',0,'attachment','image/png',0),(646,1,'2023-05-31 17:12:02','2023-05-31 17:12:02','<!-- wp:html -->\n<p>Audits are a key component of maintaining food safety systems and certification to prove to your customers and consumers that the site is following best practices and ensuring production of safe, quality foods. An audit is intended to create transparency in the supply chain, enhance food safety while focusing on continuous improvement. Through the process of program development, implementation, and verification, the preparation for being audited – is no small feat. The team must learn to work in ways that they may not have encountered before such as; documenting actions taken, obtain additional training, and increase the level of communication between departments. Ultimately, the goal is to work in collaboration, follow defined processes and enhance understanding of requirements at all levels. This systematic process, when followed can also help to build a culture of food safety and ensure the team is audit ready every day.</p>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\"> \n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"\">Audits are an important part of the food supply chain?</h2>\n                        <p>So it begs the question, if audits are such an important part of the food supply chain…why do we fail or perhaps not do as well as we would hope for you? There may be many factors that contribute such as lack of management commitment, resource challenges, and/or inexperience of the team. Although once we have overcoming some of these earlier hurdles to audit success, we need to shift to thinking more like an auditor and improve our preparation skills. The following Do’s and Don’ts checklist can be one step in understanding what actions you and your team can take or not take before your next audit and why they are important.</p>\n						\n						<table class=\"tableDoDonts\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n				<thead>\n					<tr>\n						<th>Do’s</th>\n						<th>Don’ts</th>\n					</tr>\n				</thead>\n				<tbody>\n					<tr>\n						<td>1. Be Prepared throughout the Year</td>\n						<td>Wait to the last minute to prepare of the audit</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> a site that starts planning in advance will have more time to implement/enhance programs, train the team, and find non-conformances before the audit</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td>2. Cross-functional team support and readiness</td>\n						<td>Have a team of one or just the technical team</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> It is impossible to be successful without a team that can help develop, implement, and reinforce policies, procedures, and plans – ensure to involve all key stakeholders and get buy-in along the way.</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td>3. Follow your procedures and verify it is working as intended</td>\n						<td>Let the auditor find issues that the team could of found and addressed proactively</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> Verification through inspections and internal audits must be established to ensure the programs put in place are working and if there are non-conforming issues that they are addressed prior to an audit and product is protected.</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td>4. Provide Objective Evidence with clear and concise answers to questions</td>\n						<td>Be Defensive or answer with just closed responses to questions (Yes/No) with no details</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> A auditor is required to collect objective evidence through documentation and record review, interviews, and observations. A site that is prepared to provide this information and to give enough details for an auditor to determine conformity will achieve a greater audit success.</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td>5. Be Organized</td>\n						<td>Documents and Records are not readily available and retrieved in a timely manner.</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> When the team and the necessary documents are organized, the audit will likely go smoother and provide a way for the auditor to assess the documents and records required to determine conformance.</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td>6. Team understands the Code as well as the Auditor</td>\n						<td>Lack of training of the team and internal audits</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> Training is a key component of audit success – not just the main person responsible but all team members – from basic intro food safety to understanding the code requirements which your site will be audited against. Have a team that better understands the ‘what’ and the ‘why’, will help adoption and on-going implementation.</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td>7. Develop an Agenda in Collaboration with the auditor</td>\n						<td>Allowing the auditor to drive the Agenda and all aspects of the audit</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> An auditor may have a standard order that they would like to perform the audit but the site must work in collaboration with the auditor to ensure that they understand when shift changes occur, when key stakeholders are available, when certain production or packing is being performed. Providing this knowledge will allow for a more successful flow of the audit and proving compliance.</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td>8. Be Positive and be open to the Auditors Findings</td>\n						<td>Be Combative with the auditor, instead of providing objective evidence to support the rational for why you think it is not a finding</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> A positive mindset will calm nerves, provide leadership, and focus not only within the team but also allow the auditor an ability to ask questions and obtain information in a meaningful and open approach. Our goal is to find a balance it taking an audit seriously and understand its a continuous improvement journey.</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td>9. Show management commitment and leadership throughout the audit – opening to closing</td>\n						<td>Having no management representation or engagement throughout the audit</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> A management team that is visible throughout the audit as needed and participates in both the opening and closing meetings will provide the auditor an understanding of management commitment. They need to be available to answer questions and to provide supporting evidence when needed (e.g. KPI’s, CAPEX plans, etc.)</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td>10. Focus on Continuous Improvement</td>\n						<td>Have a mindset that creates complacency in programs and attitudes</td>\n					</tr>\n					<tr>\n						<td colspan=\"2\"><strong>Why:</strong> The success or failure of audits can hinge on our mindset of continuous improvement – if we are stagnant with our programs, lack change, and poor attitudes this can be our demise but a team that is robust in its change management and plan/do/check/act processes will achieve their goals.</td>\n					</tr>\n				</tbody>\n			</table>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\"> \n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"\">Tips to Prepare for Your 2022 Food Safety Audit</h2>\n                        <p>Audits are a crucial component to maintaining food safety standards and while there is always room continuous improvement within your audit process, there are a number of key components to a successful audit. Proper reporting, active monitoring of critical control points and corrective actions related to food safety plans, food safety systems and auditing, are all essential to effectively communicating throughout your organization – and to meeting food safety requirements.</p>\n\n<p>Watch this on-demand webinar with Denise Webster, Food Safety Expert with QCI Global Assurance to be more prepared for your 2022 audits.</p>\n						\n						<a href=\"#\" title=\"Download Now\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n			   <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/aerospace-alleviations.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n				<div class=\"col-md-12\"><p>Lastly, the finer points of preparing, navigating, and succeeding during audits will take time and experience. 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Product Standards or Specifications</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Determine what standards or specifications are essential for your product. In many cases, a product may be required to meet a number of standards or specifications; in others, a minimum level of assurance may be required.Visit info@qciglobal.com to obtain standards.</p>\n					 </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<div class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>2. Does Your Product Conform?</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Before applying for certification, you should make an assessment of whether the product is likely to meet the standard. This assessment may be internal or external.</p>\n					 </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<div class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>3. Submit an Application</strong></h3>\n                     <p>You must submit detailed information about the range of products for which you are seeking certification.For further information refer to the Product Certification Guide to Applicants, which is available from our account management team.</p>\n					 </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<div class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>4. Submit Your Product for Testing</strong></h3>\n                     <p>After QCI Global acknowledges your application, we will prepare a Type Test program and your product can then be tested by a recognised laboratory (normally NATA-accredited or equivalent). QCI Global technical staff will assess your product’s design and performance compliance against the nominated standard or specification.</p>\n					 </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<div class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>5. Manufacturing Site Quality Plan Audit</strong></h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global’s audit scheduling team will contact applicants to arrange a mutually agreeable audit date for the nominated manufacturer/s.</p>\n					 </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<div class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>6. Certification and Logos</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Once your product has successfully passed the audit and type testing conducted by QCI Global, certification will be issued. This certification signifies that your product has met the required standards or specifications.</p>\n					 </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"testimonials\">\n         <div class=\"container \">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Client Testimonials</h2>\n                  <p>Our clients share the cultural and business impact they’ve achieved through partnering with the QCI Global team.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"testimonialsSlider postionRelative\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                     <div class=\"yellowOuterLine02 yellowBg\"></div>\n                     <div class=\"quoteIcon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/testimonial-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                     <div class=\"testimonialSliderContent slick-initialized slick-slider\"><div class=\"slick-list draggable\"><div class=\"slick-track\" style=\"opacity: 1; width: 955px; transform: translate3d(0px, 0px, 0px);\"><div class=\"slick-slide slick-current slick-active\" data-slick-index=\"0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" style=\"width: 955px;\"><div><blockquote style=\"width: 100%; display: inline-block;\">\n                           <p>As always, the audit process with Ken Sadler reveals pertinent opportunities for improvement. 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Product Standards or Specifications</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Determine what standards or specifications are essential for your product. In many cases, a product may be required to meet a number of standards or specifications; in others, a minimum level of assurance may be required.Visit infostore.saiglobal.com to obtain standards.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>2. Does Your Product Conform?</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Before applying for certification, you should make an assessment of whether the product is likely to meet the standard. This assessment may be internal or external.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>3. Submit an Application</strong></h3>\n                     <p>You must submit detailed information about the range of products for which you are seeking certification.For further information refer to the Product Certification Guide to Applicants, which is available from our account management team.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>4. Submit Your Product for Testing</strong></h3>\n                     <p>After QCI Global acknowledges your application, we will prepare a Type Test program and your product can then be tested by a recognised laboratory (normally NATA-accredited or equivalent). 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We welcome the suggestions and do our best to implement all of them.</p>\n                           <div class=\"authorInfo\">\n                              <div class=\"companyLogo me-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images/client-testimonal-logo-01.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                              <div class=\"directorInfo\">\n                                 <div class=\"directorInfoName\">Barry Chiasson</div>\n                                 <div>QHSE Director | Dominion Diving Limited</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </blockquote></div></div></div></div></div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Product Certification Schemes</h2>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/5-ticks-2-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    5 Ticks StandardsMark™\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    The ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™ on a product is an independent assurance to the customer that the product has undergone a rigorous audit and testing program.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/codemark-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    CodeMark Certification Scheme\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    CodeMark Certification is a building product certification scheme accredited by JAS-ANZ. 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Product Standards or Specifications</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Determine what standards or specifications are essential for your product. In many cases, a product may be required to meet a number of standards or specifications; in others, a minimum level of assurance may be required.Visit infostore.saiglobal.com to obtain standards.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>2. Does Your Product Conform?</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Before applying for certification, you should make an assessment of whether the product is likely to meet the standard. This assessment may be internal or external.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>3. Submit an Application</strong></h3>\n                     <p>You must submit detailed information about the range of products for which you are seeking certification.For further information refer to the Product Certification Guide to Applicants, which is available from our account management team.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>4. Submit Your Product for Testing</strong></h3>\n                     <p>After QCI Global acknowledges your application, we will prepare a Type Test program and your product can then be tested by a recognised laboratory (normally NATA-accredited or equivalent). QCI Global technical staff will assess your product’s design and performance compliance against the nominated standard or specification.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>5. Manufacturing Site Quality Plan Audit</strong></h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global’s audit scheduling team will contact applicants to arrange a mutually agreeable audit date for the nominated manufacturer/s.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>6. Certification and Logos</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Certification is issued upon successful audit and review of type testing. Certified products can then be released from the manufacturer. The StandardsMark™ logo may be used in product promotion with approval by QCI Global.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"FiveTickStandards\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/certified-system.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\"><strong>5 Ticks StandardsMark™</strong></h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted\">Get instant credibility for your product certification with the QCI Global ‘5 Ticks’ StandardsMark™, the world’s most recognizable logo.</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Learn More\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn More</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"testimonials\">\n         <div class=\"container \">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Client Testimonials</h2>\n                  <p>Our clients share the cultural and business impact they’ve achieved through partnering with the QCI Assurance team.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"testimonialsSlider postionRelative\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                     <div class=\"yellowOuterLine02 yellowBg\"></div>\n                     <div class=\"quoteIcon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/testimonial-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                     <div class=\"testimonialSliderContent slick-initialized slick-slider\"><div class=\"slick-list draggable\"><div class=\"slick-track\" style=\"opacity: 1; width: 955px; transform: translate3d(0px, 0px, 0px);\"><div class=\"slick-slide slick-current slick-active\" data-slick-index=\"0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" style=\"width: 955px;\"><div><blockquote style=\"width: 100%; display: inline-block;\">\n                           <p>As always, the audit process with Ken Sadler reveals pertinent opportunities for improvement. We welcome the suggestions and do our best to implement all of them.</p>\n                           <div class=\"authorInfo\">\n                              <div class=\"companyLogo me-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"images/client-testimonal-logo-01.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                              <div class=\"directorInfo\">\n                                 <div class=\"directorInfoName\">Barry Chiasson</div>\n                                 <div>QHSE Director | Dominion Diving Limited</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </blockquote></div></div></div></div></div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Product Certification Schemes</h2>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/5-ticks-2-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    5 Ticks StandardsMark™\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    The ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™ on a product is an independent assurance to the customer that the product has undergone a rigorous audit and testing program.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/codemark-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    CodeMark Certification Scheme\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    CodeMark Certification is a building product certification scheme accredited by JAS-ANZ. In Australia, The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) is the scheme owner and JAS-ANZ are the scheme administrators. In New Zealand, the scheme is owned and managed by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/watermark-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    WaterMark Certification Scheme\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    WaterMark is a regulatory Mark called upon by the Plumbing Regulators and detailed in the Plumbing Code of Australia (Code).\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/gas-safety-logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Gas Safety Certification Scheme\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    QCI Global’s Gas Appliances and Components Scheme is a type test program where compliance to the relevant standard is confirmed through independent testing and review of test reports.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Product Certification','','inherit','closed','closed','','651-revision-v1','','','2023-06-01 15:49:37','2023-06-01 15:49:37','',651,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=654',0,'revision','',0),(655,1,'2023-06-01 15:50:32','2023-06-01 15:50:32','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>Product Certification</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">Build trust and integrity by demonstrating your commitment to quality.</p>\n				  <p>Gain third party assurance that your product meets customer expectations and specific standard requirements.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"blueBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"\">The 6 Steps to Certification</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">To achieve StandardsMark™ certification, you need to take the following steps:</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n                     <a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n					 <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>1. Product Standards or Specifications</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Determine what standards or specifications are essential for your product. In many cases, a product may be required to meet a number of standards or specifications; in others, a minimum level of assurance may be required.Visit infostore.saiglobal.com to obtain standards.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>2. Does Your Product Conform?</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Before applying for certification, you should make an assessment of whether the product is likely to meet the standard. This assessment may be internal or external.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>3. Submit an Application</strong></h3>\n                     <p>You must submit detailed information about the range of products for which you are seeking certification.For further information refer to the Product Certification Guide to Applicants, which is available from our account management team.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>4. Submit Your Product for Testing</strong></h3>\n                     <p>After QCI Global acknowledges your application, we will prepare a Type Test program and your product can then be tested by a recognised laboratory (normally NATA-accredited or equivalent). QCI Global technical staff will assess your product’s design and performance compliance against the nominated standard or specification.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>5. Manufacturing Site Quality Plan Audit</strong></h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global’s audit scheduling team will contact applicants to arrange a mutually agreeable audit date for the nominated manufacturer/s.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\"><strong>6. Certification and Logos</strong></h3>\n                     <p>Certification is issued upon successful audit and review of type testing. Certified products can then be released from the manufacturer. The StandardsMark™ logo may be used in product promotion with approval by QCI Global.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"FiveTickStandards\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/certified-system.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\"><strong>5 Ticks StandardsMark™</strong></h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted\">Get instant credibility for your product certification with the QCI Global ‘5 Ticks’ StandardsMark™, the world’s most recognizable logo.</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Learn More\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn More</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"testimonials\">\n         <div class=\"container \">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Client Testimonials</h2>\n                  <p>Our clients share the cultural and business impact they’ve achieved through partnering with the QCI Assurance team.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"testimonialsSlider postionRelative\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                     <div class=\"yellowOuterLine02 yellowBg\"></div>\n                     <div class=\"quoteIcon\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/testimonial-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                     <div class=\"testimonialSliderContent slick-initialized slick-slider\"><div class=\"slick-list draggable\"><div class=\"slick-track\" style=\"opacity: 1; width: 955px; transform: translate3d(0px, 0px, 0px);\"><div class=\"slick-slide slick-current slick-active\" data-slick-index=\"0\" aria-hidden=\"false\" style=\"width: 955px;\"><div><blockquote style=\"width: 100%; display: inline-block;\">\n                           <p>As always, the audit process with Ken Sadler reveals pertinent opportunities for improvement. We welcome the suggestions and do our best to implement all of them.</p>\n                           <div class=\"authorInfo\">\n                              <div class=\"companyLogo me-3\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/client-testimonal-logo-01.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                              <div class=\"directorInfo\">\n                                 <div class=\"directorInfoName\">Barry Chiasson</div>\n                                 <div>QHSE Director | Dominion Diving Limited</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </blockquote></div></div></div></div></div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Product Certification Schemes</h2>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/5-ticks-2-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    5 Ticks StandardsMark™\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    The ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™ on a product is an independent assurance to the customer that the product has undergone a rigorous audit and testing program.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/codemark-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    CodeMark Certification Scheme\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    CodeMark Certification is a building product certification scheme accredited by JAS-ANZ. In Australia, The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) is the scheme owner and JAS-ANZ are the scheme administrators. In New Zealand, the scheme is owned and managed by the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE).\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/watermark-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    WaterMark Certification Scheme\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    WaterMark is a regulatory Mark called upon by the Plumbing Regulators and detailed in the Plumbing Code of Australia (Code).\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-6 col-lg-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/gas-safety-logo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Product Certification\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Gas Safety Certification Scheme\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    QCI Global’s Gas Appliances and Components Scheme is a type test program where compliance to the relevant standard is confirmed through independent testing and review of test reports.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Product Certification','','inherit','closed','closed','','651-revision-v1','','','2023-06-01 15:50:32','2023-06-01 15:50:32','',651,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=655',0,'revision','',0),(656,1,'2023-06-01 15:55:23','2023-06-01 15:55:23','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>AS 9110 Aerospace Certification</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The requirements for personnel conducting Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MR&O) tasks is crucial for ensuring the competence and qualification of your teams.</p>\n                  <p>The MRO segment of the aerospace industry is dedicated to maintaining the safety, reliability, and airworthiness of aerospace products throughout their extended lifecycles.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/AS-9120-Aerospace-Certification.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\"> The AS 9110 standard, developed by the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG), specifically focuses on the requirements for the aerospace maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industry.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Enhance Your Brand</h3>\n                     <p>Providing safe and reliable services is a fundamental aspect of any successful business. </p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Improve Maintenance</h3>\n                     <p>Ensure you have the necessary approvals, ratings, licenses, and permits, you can provide assurance to customers, regulators, and other stakeholders that your organization meets the required standards for performing maintenance procedures.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Qualify your Teams</h3>\n                     <p>Understand the requirements for personnel conducting Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MR&O) tasks is crucial to ensure the competency and qualification of your teams. </p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Operate with Confidence</h3>\n                     <p>Adopting AS 9110 Aerospace Certification demonstrates a strong commitment to safety, quality, and best practices in the aerospace industry. </p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The aerospace industry recognizes that the needs and requirements of the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) segment are distinct from those of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) segment.</p>\n                  <p>The AS 9110 standard is specifically designed to address the unique requirements of the maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) segment in the aerospace industry.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Scope \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>AS 9110 specifies requirements for a quality management system when an organization needs to provide products and services, or enhance customer satisfaction, in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Context of the Organization \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p> The external and internal factors that can impact an organization\'s ability to achieve its desired results is a fundamental aspect of any quality management system, including AS 9110.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Leadership \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Leadership plays a crucial role in the success of a quality management system (QMS).</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Planning \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The planning phase, organizations can proactively set quality objectives, identify and manage risks and opportunities.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Support \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Ensuring that an organization has sufficient resources, competence, awareness, communication, and documented information is essential for the successful implementation of a quality management system (QMS).</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Operation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Organizations can effectively manage requirements, processes, risks, and safety, leading to improved operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and overall organizational performance.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        Performance Evaluation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Monitoring, measurement, and analysis are integral parts of a quality management system (QMS). </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Improvement\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Improvement\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\">\n                        Improvement\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>AS 9110 emphasizes the importance of continuous improvement, managing nonconformities, enhancing customer satisfaction, and taking corrective action when necessary. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>We can help your organization to implement or optimize AS 9110.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Purchase the AS 9110 Standard</li>\n                           <li>Undertake training to build expertise.</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs.</li>\n                           <li>Perform and option pre-assessment.</li>\n                           <li>Perform a gap analysis.</li>\n               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<h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to AS 9110 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish and continuous improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n           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enhance customer satisfaction, and foster a culture of continuous improvement in your organization.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global Assurance Learning offers a Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) course for ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor certification. </p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor</h3>\n                     <p> The ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor training, participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of these key areas and their specific requirements. </p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training AS9110C Aerospace Industry Specific Course</h3>\n                     <p>The Virtual Instructor-Led Training AS9110C Aerospace Industry Specific Course is designed to provide comprehensive knowledge and skills specifically tailored to the aerospace industry and the AS9110C standard.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            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and qualifications. The latest version, AS 9110 Rev C (2016), includes the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 supplementing additional requirements specific for the industry.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Enhance Your Brand</h3>\n                     <p>Provide safe and reliable services that meet or exceed customer and regulatory requirements.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Improve Maintenance</h3>\n                     <p>Ensure you have the necessary approvals, ratings, licenses and permits to carry out new and existing maintenance procedures.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Qualify your Teams</h3>\n                     <p>Understand the requirements for personnel conducting MR&amp;O tasks – and ensure your teams meet them.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Operate with Confidence</h3>\n                     <p>Adopting AS 9110 assures your customers, partners and regulators confidence that you are committed to safety, quality and best practices.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The aerospace industry understands that the needs of the maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) segment are different from those of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) segment. Products are designed to perform for 50 years or more, so proper maintenance is crucial for safe operation.</p>\n                  <p>The AS 9110 standard addresses MRO requirements. Effective implementation will provide a robust system to ensure safety, reliability and airworthiness.AS 9110 is based on ISO 9001:2000 but has nearly 100 additional requirements specific to the aerospace MRO industry.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Scope \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>AS 9110 specifies requirements for a quality management system when an organization needs to provide products and services, or enhance customer satisfaction, in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Context of the Organization \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must understand the external and internal factors that may affect its ability to achieve the desired results.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Leadership \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Leadership is critical to a quality management system’s success, requiring visible commitment, clear communication and a strong customer focus.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Planning \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Planning must address quality objectives; risks and opportunities; and change management.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Support \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must ensure it has sufficient resources, competence, awareness, communication and documented information to successfully implement a quality management system.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Operation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Operational planning and control includes determining requirements and processes, managing risk and ensuring safety.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        Performance Evaluation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must determine what is to be monitored, how and when it will be measured and how the results will be analysed.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Improvement\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Improvement\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\">\n                        Improvement\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>AS 9110 requires a commitment to continuous improvement, managing nonconformities, enhancing customer satisfaction and taking corrective action when required.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>We can help your organization to implement or optimize AS 9110.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Purchase the AS 9110 Standard</li>\n                           <li>Undertake training to build expertise.</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs.</li>\n                           <li>Perform and option pre-assessment.</li>\n                           <li>Perform a gap analysis.</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/policy-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Certify</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                           <li>Upon successful certification, display the ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to AS 9110 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish and continuous improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"FiveTickStandards\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/true-quality-thumbnail.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\"><strong>The True Cost of Quality</strong></h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted\">According to a recent QCI Global survey, almost 25% of organizations do not have a system or method to track the actual costs of their operations.</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Learn More\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Aerospace Courses &amp; Training</h2>\n                  <p>Explore the range of Aerospace courses we have on offer through QCI Global Assurance Learning.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n                     <a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n					 <h3 class=\"textBlue\">\n                     Quality Management Training</h3>\n                     <p>Improve process efficiency, boost customer satisfaction and create a continual improvement culture.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global is an Exemplar Global certified TPECS provider. This course meets the knowledge examination requirements of the Quality Management System (QMS) certification scheme.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>Understand the content of the ISO 9001:2015 Standard in the context of a quality management system audit.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training AS9110C Aerospace Industry Specific Course</h3>\n                     <p>This 8-hour (1-day) course is designed to meet the full requirements of AS9104/3 section A.4. It is a highly participative course which provides detailed discussion on a variety of aerospace maintenance/repair/overhaul (MRO) topics.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" 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                            <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Quality Management Systems\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    Adopting a Quality Management System that instills a customer-centric ethos builds brand trust and integrity, employee capability and process efficiency, equips your organization to succeed in a competitive market.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Learn More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','AS 9110 Aerospace 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Management System (QMS) specific to their organization. </p>\n				  <p>The specific requirement to implement the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard (DWQMS) is now mandated through the Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) in the province of Ontario, Canada.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/drinking-water-quality-management.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">Organizations must embrace continuous improvement, adapt to changing circumstances, and comply with industry standards to not only survive but thrive in the marketplace. </p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Key Benefits</h3>\n                     <p>The DWQMS offers a robust framework for operating authorities and owners of drinking water systems to establish and maintain an effective management system </p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Next Steps</h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global shares your commitment to safe drinking water and the advancement of the principles outlined in the Drinking Water Quality Management Standard (DWQMS).</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"FiveTickStandards\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/true-quality-thumbnail.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\"><strong>QCI Global Drinking Water Quality Management Standard Clients</strong></h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted\">QCI Global is dedicated to partnering with organizations across the drinking water sector to help them achieve and maintain certification to the DWQMS</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Download Now\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"\"><strong>2020 Codex Changes and its Impact on your HACCP plan</strong></h2>\n                        <p>The Codex Alimentarius Commission, which develops international food safety standards, made several changes in 2020 that may have an impact on your Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan.</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Watch Now\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n			    <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/codex-changes.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n		  <p>In addition to the services mentioned earlier, there are several related services that can further support improving business excellence maturity and sustainable business practices. 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Safe drinking water is essential to our communities, and it’s important to partner with a reputable organization that is committed to the advancement of these principles.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"FiveTickStandards\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/true-quality-thumbnail.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\"><strong>QCI Global Drinking Water Quality Management Standard Clients</strong></h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted\">For a list of SAI Global’s DWQMS Clients, please download the DWQMS Client Directory PDF.</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Download Now\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Download Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"\"><strong>2020 Codex Changes and its Impact on your HACCP plan</strong></h2>\n                        <p>Watch this on-demand webinar to learn about the revision of HACCP 2003 minor changes, additions, and updates that are common best practices in the food industry.</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Watch Now\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n			    <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/codex-changes.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Food Safety Standards &amp; Schemes\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP)\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    HACCP is a risk management system that identifies, evaluates, and controls hazards related to food safety throughout the food supply chain. HACCP is the heart of a companies food safety management system\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-02.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Food Safety Standards &amp; Schemes\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    ISO 22000 Food Safety Management\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    ISO 22000 takes a broad supply chain approach to food safety, providing a standard that can be utilised by any business regardless of size, in the food or beverage supply chain.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  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for over 30 years, ISO 9001 applies to all industries, regardless of size.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Drinking Water Quality Management Standard (DWQMS)','','inherit','closed','closed','','659-revision-v1','','','2023-06-01 15:59:15','2023-06-01 15:59:15','',659,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=660',0,'revision','',0),(661,1,'2023-07-12 09:59:20','2023-06-01 15:59:38',' ','','','publish','closed','closed','','661','','','2023-07-12 09:59:20','2023-07-12 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            <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/e-Stewards-Standard.jpg\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div 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their supply chains are functioning in an environmentally and socially responsible manner.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Protect Data Security &amp; Privacy</h3>\n                     <p>e-Stewards Certification is open to electronics recyclers, refurbishers and processors in all developed countries.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The Standard was established by the Basel Action Network (BAN) in partnership with leaders in the recycling industry.</p>\n                  <p>Its purpose is to provide appropriately rigorous, yet practical operational criteria for globally responsible recycling and refurbishing of electronic equipment.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Secure Data \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>All stored data from all devices 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<li>Work according to the practices defined by your EOHSMS and look for opportunities to improve your EOHSMS and performance.</li>\n                           <li>Conduct a Surveillance audit, of 1/4 of you EOHSMS every 6 months, or 1/2 every year.</li>\n                           <li>Complete a re-registration audit every 3 years</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure shareholder and stakeholder awareness</li>\n                     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system for assuring customers that their supply chains are functioning in an environmentally and socially responsible manner.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Protect Data Security &amp; Privacy</h3>\n                     <p>e-Stewards Certification is open to electronics recyclers, refurbishers and processors in all developed countries.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The Standard was established by the Basel Action Network (BAN) in partnership with leaders in the recycling industry.</p>\n                  <p>Its purpose is to provide appropriately rigorous, yet practical operational criteria for globally responsible recycling and refurbishing of electronic equipment.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Secure Data \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>All stored data from all devices must be destroyed.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Best Recycling Practices\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Managing toxic e-waste must be done in accordance with best available practices to 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src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Purchase the Standard</li>\n                           <li>Conduct a Gap Assessment of your current systems against the e-Stewards requirements</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs.</li>\n                           <li>Perform and option pre-assessment.</li>\n                           <li>Perform a gap 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Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) is designed and developed to cover relevant requirements from the Regulatory Authorities participating in the program.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/medical-devices.jpg\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Regulatory Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>Minimize business impacts through a single audit program in lieu of multiple separate audits by the participating regulatory authorities.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Access New Markets</h3>\n                     <p>When certifying to the MDSAP, you enable regulatory access to sell your device in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Japan and the United States.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Demonstrate Commitment to Quality</h3>\n                     <p>MDSAP provides a comprehensive quality management system focused on areas directly impacting safety, performance and reliability in the medical device lifecycle.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Protect Consumer Safety</h3>\n                     <p>Embed a robust risk management framework throughout all processes in the medical device lifecycle to ensure consumers receive safe and reliable products.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The MDSAP model allows recognized Auditing Organizations to conduct a single audit that satisfies compliance requirements and regulatory requirements of participating authorities. This means that the MDSAP audit report can substitute routine agency inspections.</p>\n                  <p>Ending its pilot phase and becoming fully implemented in January 2017, the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) is an initiative of the Therapeutic Goods Administration of Australia (TGA), the Brazilian Agência Nacional de vigilância sanitária (ANVISA), Health Canada (HC), United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Japan’s Ministry of Health Labour and Welfare (MHLW) and Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA).The implementation of MDSAP consists of three key stages, including the initial audit (stage 1 and 2), surveillance audits and recertification audit.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Initial Audit \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The initial certification audit consists of a Stage 1 and Stage 2 audit.</p>\n\n<p>In the Stage 1 audit, the auditor will review documentation, and evaluate your preparedness for the Stage 2 audit.</p>\n\n<p>The Stage 2 audit determines whether all ISO 13485 and regulatory requirements are met. It evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of your quality management system.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Surveillance Audit\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Surveillance Audits are conducted between the Initial and Recertification Audit, to assure that all applicable requirements are continually being met. These audits are generally conducted 12 months apart.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Re-Audit \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>A Re-audit, or Recertification Audit, is conducted every three years to confirm the continued relevance, applicability and suitability of the organizations quality management, and that it meets all applicable requirements.</p>\n\n<p>Re-audits do not require a Stage 1 audit, unless significant changes have occurred since the last audit.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Special Audits \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>These audits are not part of the planned audit cycle. These audits are generally conducted when an application for the extension of scope is submitted. They can also be used to investigate significant complaints or non-conformities.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Unannounced Audits \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Unannounced Audits are conducted by Auditing Organizations when the regulatory authority detects high grade non-conformities.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Non-Conformities\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Non-conformities are based off a grade or score ranging from 1-5. This is calculated in a two step grading system.</p>\n\n<p>The first step grades between 1 to 4 based off the indirect or direct impact. The second step adds an additional grade if there is a lack of documented process, and/or a release of a non-conforming medical device.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        Applicable Regulatory Authorities\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The five Regulatory Authorities participating in the MDSAP include:</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">Canada</h5>\n<p>As of January 1, 2019, Health Canada only accepts an MDSAP certificate for Class II, III and IV medical devices. Health Canada has made the MDSAP mandatory for regulatory submission.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">United States</h5>\n<p>The MDSAP can be used as a substitute to an FDA inspection, however it does not apply to “For Cause” or “Compliance Follow-up”inspections.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">Australia</h5>\n<p>The TGA can accept the MDSAP report as part of the evidence required for compliance with ISO 13485, and may request additional documents.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">Brazil</h5>\n<p>If a previous ANVISA inspection is deemed satisfactory, the MDSAP report can be used as an alternative to an ANVISA inspection.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">Japan</h5>\n<p>The MDSAP audit report is used as a trial to exempt some manufacturers from on-site inspections.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section 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            <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                           <li>Upon successful certification, display the ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™</li>\n						   <li>Regulatory notification of successful achievement of MDSAP</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to the MDSAP + ISO 13485 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continuous improvement culture</li>\n          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         <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Medical Devices Courses &amp; Training</h2>\n                  <p>Explore the range of Medical Devices courses we have on offer through QCI Global Assurance Learning.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n                     <a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n					 <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Medical Devices Training</h3>\n                     <p>Take the lead, upskill and advance your medical auditing career. Choose from our courses designed to meet the Medical Devices standard.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training Auditing A Medical Devices Quality Management System ISO 13485:2016</h3>\n                     <p>Take an in-depth review of the requirements of the ISO 13485:2016 standard and how they are applied in the context of an audit.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training Auditing ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Lead Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>Understand the intent and requirements of the ISO 13485:2016 Standard in the context of a quality management system audit.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Internal Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global Assurance Learning is an Exemplar Global certified TPECS provider. This course meets the knowledge examination requirements of the Medical Devices Quality Management Systems (MD) certification scheme.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Services</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n           <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                 [qci-random-posts]\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP)','','publish','closed','closed','','medical-device-single-audit-program-mdsap','','','2023-07-04 14:16:54','2023-07-04 14:16:54','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?page_id=665',0,'page','',0),(666,1,'2023-06-01 16:05:39','2023-06-01 16:05:39','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP)</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) is designed and developed to cover relevant requirements from the Regulatory Authorities participating in the program.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Regulatory Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>Minimize business impacts through a single audit program in lieu of multiple separate audits by the participating regulatory authorities.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Access New Markets</h3>\n                     <p>When certifying to the MDSAP, you enable regulatory access to sell your device in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Japan and the United States.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Demonstrate Commitment to Quality</h3>\n                     <p>MDSAP provides a comprehensive quality management system focused on areas directly impacting safety, performance and reliability in the medical device lifecycle.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Protect Consumer Safety</h3>\n                     <p>Embed a robust risk management framework throughout all processes in the medical device lifecycle to ensure consumers receive safe and reliable products.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The MDSAP model allows recognized Auditing Organizations to conduct a single audit that satisfies compliance requirements and regulatory requirements of participating authorities. This means that the MDSAP audit report can substitute routine agency inspections.</p>\n                  <p>Ending its pilot phase and becoming fully implemented in January 2017, the Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) is an initiative of the Therapeutic Goods Administration of Australia (TGA), the Brazilian Agência Nacional de vigilância sanitária (ANVISA), Health Canada (HC), United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Japan’s Ministry of Health Labour and Welfare (MHLW) and Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Agency (PMDA).The implementation of MDSAP consists of three key stages, including the initial audit (stage 1 and 2), surveillance audits and recertification audit.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Initial Audit \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The initial certification audit consists of a Stage 1 and Stage 2 audit.</p>\n\n<p>In the Stage 1 audit, the auditor will review documentation, and evaluate your preparedness for the Stage 2 audit.</p>\n\n<p>The Stage 2 audit determines whether all ISO 13485 and regulatory requirements are met. It evaluates the implementation and effectiveness of your quality management system.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Surveillance Audit\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Surveillance Audits are conducted between the Initial and Recertification Audit, to assure that all applicable requirements are continually being met. These audits are generally conducted 12 months apart.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Re-Audit \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>A Re-audit, or Recertification Audit, is conducted every three years to confirm the continued relevance, applicability and suitability of the organizations quality management, and that it meets all applicable requirements.</p>\n\n<p>Re-audits do not require a Stage 1 audit, unless significant changes have occurred since the last audit.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Special Audits \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>These audits are not part of the planned audit cycle. These audits are generally conducted when an application for the extension of scope is submitted. They can also be used to investigate significant complaints or non-conformities.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Unannounced Audits \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Unannounced Audits are conducted by Auditing Organizations when the regulatory authority detects high grade non-conformities.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Non-Conformities\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Non-conformities are based off a grade or score ranging from 1-5. This is calculated in a two step grading system.</p>\n\n<p>The first step grades between 1 to 4 based off the indirect or direct impact. The second step adds an additional grade if there is a lack of documented process, and/or a release of a non-conforming medical device.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        Applicable Regulatory Authorities\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The five Regulatory Authorities participating in the MDSAP include:</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">Canada</h5>\n<p>As of January 1, 2019, Health Canada only accepts an MDSAP certificate for Class II, III and IV medical devices. Health Canada has made the MDSAP mandatory for regulatory submission.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">United States</h5>\n<p>The MDSAP can be used as a substitute to an FDA inspection, however it does not apply to “For Cause” or “Compliance Follow-up”inspections.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">Australia</h5>\n<p>The TGA can accept the MDSAP report as part of the evidence required for compliance with ISO 13485, and may request additional documents.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">Brazil</h5>\n<p>If a previous ANVISA inspection is deemed satisfactory, the MDSAP report can be used as an alternative to an ANVISA inspection.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"textBlue\">Japan</h5>\n<p>The MDSAP audit report is used as a trial to exempt some manufacturers from on-site inspections.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section 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            <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                           <li>Upon successful certification, display the ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™</li>\n						   <li>Regulatory notification of successful achievement of MDSAP</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to the MDSAP + ISO 13485 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continuous improvement culture</li>\n          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Choose from our courses designed to meet the Medical Devices standard.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training Auditing A Medical Devices Quality Management System ISO 13485:2016</h3>\n                     <p>Take an in-depth review of the requirements of the ISO 13485:2016 standard and how they are applied in the context of an audit.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training Auditing ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Lead Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>Understand the intent and requirements of the ISO 13485:2016 Standard in the context of a quality management system audit.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Internal Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global Assurance Learning is an Exemplar Global certified TPECS provider. This course meets the knowledge examination requirements of the Medical Devices Quality Management Systems (MD) certification scheme.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Services</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n    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The Responsible Care program, led by members of the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA), promotes the continuous improvement of environmental, health, safety, and security (EHS&S) performance within the chemical industry.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Responsible Care Management Systems ® \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) is designed to embody the Responsible Care Guiding Principles and Codes of Management Practice and translate them into the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) management system cycle. </p>\n\n<p>What Is It?\n                  QCI Global\'s accreditation in RC14001 certification indicates its competence in assessing organizations\' compliance with both ISO 14001 and the Responsible Care requirements.\n				  RC14001 is designed to help organizations implement a management system that meets the requirements of both ISO 14001 and the Responsible Care initiative. The Responsible Care program, led by members of the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA), promotes the continuous improvement of environmental, health, safety, and security (EHS&S) performance within the chemical industry.\n               \n            \n            \n               \n                  \n                     \n                        \n                        Responsible Care Management Systems ® \n                        \n                     \n                     \n                        \n                           Responsible Care Management System (RCMS) is designed to embody the Responsible Care Guiding Principles and Codes of Management Practice and translate them into the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) management system cycle. \n\nRCMS helps organizations continually improve their practices, enhance their sustainability performance, and foster a culture of responsibility and accountability.\n                        \n                     \n                  \n                  \n                     \n                        \n                        ISO 14001\n                        \n                     \n                     \n                        \n                           ISO 14001 is an internationally recognized standard that provides a systematic framework for organizations to manage their environmental responsibilities.\n\nLearn more about ISO 14001.\n                        \n                     \n                  \n                  \n                     \n                        \n                        A Partner You Can Trust \n                        \n                     \n                     \n                        \n                           QCI Global\'s certification services can enhance your credibility in the marketplace. Certification from a reputable and independent third-party certification body like QCI Global demonstrates to your stakeholders, customers, and business partners that your management systems have been objectively evaluated and are meeting recognized standards of excellence.\n\nQCI Global understands the importance of a successful RC14001 management system in achieving responsible care and promoting environmental, health, and safety excellence. Their trained and motivated auditors are equipped with the necessary expertise and experience in the chemical sector and environmental, health, and safety practices to effectively assess and validate the conformity of your RC14001 system.\n\nJohn Fraser\'s involvement ensures that QCI Global stays up-to-date with the latest developments and changes in environmental management systems. This allows QCI Global to provide accurate and reliable auditing services, keeping customers and auditors well-informed and confident in their compliance efforts.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        ISO 14001\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>ISO 14001 is an international standard prescribing a structured approach to environmental protection. It enables organizations of all sizes to develop and implement policies to deliver environmentally responsible and sustainable business practices.</p>\n\n<p>Learn more about <a href=\"iso-14001\">ISO 14001</a>.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        A Partner You Can Trust \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>If your goal is to ensure that your management systems are achieving your expectations by playing a pivotal role in your current and future excellence, then QCI Global can partner with you. Our certification services will ensure that your systems are working effectively while generating value and credibility.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global can be instrumental in the success of your RC14001 management system. Our auditors are trained, capable and motivated to bring value and credibility to your responsible care system, while assessing its conformity to RC14001. Your auditors will have the necessary chemical sector and environmental, health and safety experience to meet QCI Global’s commitment of Advancing Business Excellence.</p>\n\n<p>John Fraser\'s involvement ensures that QCI Global stays up-to-date with the latest developments and changes in environmental management systems. This allows QCI Global to provide accurate and reliable auditing services, keeping customers and auditors well-informed and confident in their compliance efforts.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>In addition to the services mentioned earlier, there are several related services that can further support improving business excellence maturity and sustainable business practices. These services include:</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                 [qci-random-posts]\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','RC 14001 – Responsible Care','','publish','closed','closed','','rc-14001-responsible-care','','','2023-07-04 14:19:54','2023-07-04 14:19:54','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?page_id=668',0,'page','',0),(669,1,'2023-06-01 16:08:19','2023-06-01 16:08:19','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>RC 14001 – Responsible Care</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">While ISO 14001 focuses on environmental matters, the RC 14001 scope expands to address environmental, health, safety and security (EHS&amp;S) concerns.</p>\n				  <p>QCI Global was among the first certification bodies to achieve accreditation for RC 14001, and is actively conducting certifications for organizations in the United States and internationally.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">RC14001 integrates the American Chemistry Council’s (ACC) Responsible Care® requirements with those of ISO 14001.</p>\n				  <p>RC14001 enables organizations to implement a management system that conforms to both the ISO 14001 and Responsible Care® requirements. The Responsible Care initiative is implemented in more than 50 nations and is led by members of the International Council of Chemical Associations. Its structure is identical to ISO 14001, and in most cases simply expands an environmental mandate into an EHS&amp;S requirement.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Responsible Care Management Systems ® \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>RCMS embodies the Responsible Care® Guiding Principles and Codes of Management Practice and transforms them into the traditional Plan-Do-Check-Act management system cycle. Its aim is to prevent accidents, injuries or harm to the environment.</p>\n\n<p>Key components of RCMS include policy and leadership, planning, implementation, performance measurement and management review.</p>\n\n<p>Learn more about <a href=\"#\">Responsible Care Management Systems®</a></p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        ISO 14001\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>ISO 14001 is an international standard prescribing a structured approach to environmental protection. It enables organizations of all sizes to develop and implement policies to deliver environmentally responsible and sustainable business practices.</p>\n\n<p>Learn more about <a href=\"#\">ISO 14001</a>.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        A Partner You Can Trust \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>If your goal is to ensure that your management systems are achieving your expectations by playing a pivotal role in your current and future excellence, then QCI Global can partner with you. Our certification services will ensure that your systems are working effectively while generating value and credibility.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global can be instrumental in the success of your RC14001 management system. Our auditors are trained, capable and motivated to bring value and credibility to your responsible care system, while assessing its conformity to RC14001. Your auditors will have the necessary chemical sector and environmental, health and safety experience to meet QCI Global’s commitment of Advancing Business Excellence.</p>\n\n<p>A unique feature that QCI Global offers its customers and auditors is the support from a dedicated Environmental Technical Manager. John Fraser ensures QCI Global’s on-going accreditation and technical competency by supporting customers, auditors, standards bodies and others inside and outside QCI Global</p>\n\n<p>Additional questions about the standard may be directed to John Fraser at (800) 465-3717.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Standards &amp; Schemes\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Responsible Care Management System\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    The Responsible Care Management System® (RCMS) was developed by the American Chemistry Council (ACC). 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   <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) Program consists of three main components: Forest Management, Fiber Sourcing, and Chain of Custody.</p>\n				  <p>Forestry Initiative (SFI) is a program that promotes sustainability in the forest sector through collaboration and partnership among various stakeholders. </p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/forestry.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">SFI aims to foster collaboration, share expertise, and drive positive change in the forest sector, ultimately advancing sustainability and responsible forest management practices.</p>\n				  <p>The SFI Standard includes specific requirements that program participants must comply with, ensuring adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and other legal requirements.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        SFI 2015-2019 Forest Management Standard (Extended Through December 2021)\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The SFI 2015-2019 Forest Management Standard is a comprehensive set of requirements that promote sustainable forestry practices. It is designed to ensure the responsible management of forestlands and includes 13 Principles, 15 Objectives, 37 Performance Measures, and 101 Indicators.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        SFI 2015-2019 Fiber Sourcing Standard\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The SFI 2015-2019 Fiber Sourcing Standard is another component of the SFI Program that promotes responsible forestry practices. It provides guidelines for organizations with fiber sourcing programs that acquire round wood, residual chips, pulp, and veneer to support forest products facilities. The standard is based on 14 Principles, 13 Objectives, 21 Performance Measures, and 55 Indicators.</p>\n\n<p>Appendix 1: Rules for use of SFI Certified sourcing label This standard allows companies to use the certified sourcing label on product. This label confirms that raw material sourced from the following sources:</p>\n<ul class=\"listing01\">\n<li>Fiber that conforms with the SFI 2015-2019 Fiber Sourcing</li>\n<li>Standard and/or,</li>\n<li>Pre-Consumer Recycled Content and/or,</li>\n<li>Post-consumer recycled content and/or,</li>\n<li>Certified forest content and/or, Non-controversial sources.</li></ul>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        SFI 2015-2019 Chain of Custody Standard\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Chain of Custody (CoC) is an essential component of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) program. It is an accounting system that allows companies to track the flow of wood fiber from certified sources through various stages of production, processing, and distribution.</p>\n\n<p> Consumer demand for environmentally responsible products is increasing, and many consumers want assurance that the wood, paper, and packaging products they purchase come from certified and responsibly managed sources. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>In addition to the services mentioned earlier, there are several related services that can further support improving business excellence maturity and sustainable business practices. These services include:</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n           <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                 [qci-random-posts]\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)','','publish','closed','closed','','sustainable-forestry-initiative-sfi','','','2023-07-04 14:25:26','2023-07-04 14:25:26','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?page_id=671',0,'page','',0),(672,1,'2023-06-01 16:10:55','2023-06-01 16:10:55','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The SFI Program is a North American program comprising of Forest Management, Fiber Sourcing and Chain of Custody.</p>\n				  <p>The Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI) advances sustainability through forest-focused collaboration.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">SFI works with the forest sector, brand owners, conservation groups, resource professionals, landowners, educators, local communities, Indigenous peoples, governments, and universities.</p>\n				  <p>The SFI Program only certifies lands in the United States and Canada, and program participants must comply with all applicable laws.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        SFI 2015-2019 Forest Management Standard (Extended Through December 2021)\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The SFI 2015-2019 Forest Management Standard promotes sustainable forestry practices based on 13 Principles, 15 Objectives, 37 Performance Measures and 101 Indicators. These requirements include measures to protect water quality, biodiversity, wildlife habitat, species at risk and Forests with Exceptional Conservation Value. The SFI 2015-2019 Forest Management Standard applies to any organization that owns or has management authority for forestlands.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        SFI 2015-2019 Fiber Sourcing Standard\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The SFI 2015-2019 Fiber Sourcing Standard promotes responsible forestry practices based on 14 Principles, 13 Objectives, 21 Performance Measures and 55 Indicators. These fiber sourcing requirements include measures to broaden the practice of biodiversity, use forestry best management practices to protect water quality, provide outreach to landowners, and utilize the services of forest management and harvesting professionals. The standards applies to any organization with a fiber sourcing program that acquires round wood and field manufactured or primary-mill residual chips, pulp and veneer to support a forest products facility.</p>\n\n<p>Appendix 1: Rules for use of SFI Certified sourcing label This standard allows companies to use the certified sourcing label on product. This label confirms that raw material sourced from the following sources:</p>\n<ul class=\"listing01\">\n<li>Fiber that conforms with the SFI 2015-2019 Fiber Sourcing</li>\n<li>Standard and/or,</li>\n<li>Pre-Consumer Recycled Content and/or,</li>\n<li>Post-consumer recycled content and/or,</li>\n<li>Certified forest content and/or, Non-controversial sources.</li></ul>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        SFI 2015-2019 Chain of Custody Standard\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Chain of custody is an accounting system process that tracks wood fiber through the different stages of production. Companies can make claims about how much of their product comes from certified lands, how much contains post-consumer recycled content, and how much is responsibly sourced fiber through unique SFI fiber sourcing certification.</p>\n\n<p>Consumers in growing numbers want assurance that their buying decisions represent a sound environmental choice. They are asking for proof that wood, paper and packaging products are made with raw materials from certified forest content or certified sourcing. The SFI 2015-2019 Chain-of-Custody Standard and Associated Labels deliver a reliable and credible mechanism so businesses can provide this assurance to customers.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Sectors\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Forestry\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    Purchasers of timber are increasingly interested in where the product they buy comes from, and how it has been produced.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-02.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Standards &amp; Schemes\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®)\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    The Forest Stewardship Council is an international not-for-profit organization that sets the standards for responsibly managed forests.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Standards &amp; 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The standard applies the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System as the foundation of the standard and incorporates the latest automotive standards spanning the globe. By adopting the standard organizations demonstrate an elite level of dedication to quality excellence.</p>\n\n<p>The Automotive Quality Management Systems standard ensures that your organization is creating quality products and performing services in accordance with stringent automotive industry expectations. It defines the quality management systems requirements for the design and development, production, assembly, and installation of automotive-related products, as well as relevant services to the automotive industry. Obtaining a certificate assures your customers that your organization is committed to an effective and consistent supply chain.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/IATF-16949-Automotive-Quality-Management-System.jpg\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h3>How IATF 16949 benefits your organization:</h3>\n				  <ul class=\"listing01\">\n					<li>Demonstrates to your customers the ability to provide products that meet regulatory and safety requirements</li>\n<li>Identifies and addresses the risks associated with your organization driving innovation and improvement</li>\n<li>Provides you with a plan to increase productivity and efficiency</li>\n<li>Ensures your organization demonstrates ethical practices and corporate social responsibility, such as an anti-bribery policy</li>\n				  \n				  </ul>\n				  <h3 class=\"pt-3\">The transition to IATF 16949</h3>\n<p>In October 2016, IATF 16949:2016 was published to replace ISO/TS 16949. As of September 2018, all ISO/TS 16949 certificates have expired. The major changes from ISO/TS 16949 to IATF 16949 included an emphasis on product safety, expansion of focus on risk management, supplier management, and others.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">Certification </h3>\n<p>Your management system\'s certification to the Automotive Quality Management Systems standard will help you continuously improve your products and customer satisfaction. Our industry-expert auditors deliver innovative and thorough auditing solutions, to help you see your business more clearly.  Total Quality Assurance will give you the valuable tools to meet objectives, identify cost savings, adapt to standard revisions, and make measurable improvements to your business.</p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">Additional Information and Resources on the Automotive Quality Management Systems standard</h3>\n<h4>Certification structure:</h4>\n<ul class=\"listing01\">\n<li><a href=\"http://www.iatfglobaloversight.org\" title=\"IATF – International Automotive Task Force\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>IATF – International Automotive Task Force</b></a> - The International Automotive Task Force (IATF) is a global group of automotive manufacturers and their respective trade associations. It was formed to develop and maintain a common set of quality management system requirements specifically for the automotive industry. </li>\n<li><a href=\"http://www.iaob.org\" title=\"IAOB (International Automotive Oversight Bureau)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>IAOB - International Automotive Oversight Bureau</b></a> - One of 5 oversight offices created by the International Automotive Task Force to oversee the certification bodies who perform the audits and issue certificates. </li>\n<li><a href=\"http://www.aiag.org\" title=\"AIAG () – Automotive Action Industry Group\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>AIAG – Automotive Action Industry Group</b></a> - The AIAG focuses on various areas of the automotive industry, including quality management, supply chain management, sustainability, and corporate responsibility. </li></ul>\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">IATF 16949 Standard</h3>\n<p>QCI Global Standards is Access and purchase the standard in a format that suits your needs.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','IATF 16949 - Automotive Quality Management System','','publish','closed','closed','','iatf-16949-automotive-quality-management-system','','','2023-07-04 13:01:52','2023-07-04 13:01:52','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?page_id=674',0,'page','',0),(675,1,'2023-06-01 16:13:33','2023-06-01 16:13:33','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>IATF 16949 - Automotive Quality Management System</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">IATF 16949:2016 helps your automotive organization reduce variation and waste in the supply chain using continuous improvement.</p>\n				  <p>IATF 16949 is the Quality Management Systems standard for the Automotive industry. The standard applies the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System as the foundation of the standard and incorporates the latest automotive standards spanning the globe. By adopting the standard organizations demonstrate an elite level of dedication to quality excellence.</p>\n\n<p>The Automotive Quality Management Systems standard ensures that your organization is creating quality products and performing services in accordance with stringent automotive industry expectations. It defines the quality management systems requirements for the design and development, production, assembly, and installation of automotive-related products, as well as relevant services to the automotive industry. Obtaining a certificate assures your customers that your organization is committed to an effective and consistent supply chain.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h3>How IATF 16949 benefits your organization:</h3>\n				  <ul class=\"listing01\">\n					<li>Demonstrates to your customers the ability to provide products that meet regulatory and safety requirements</li>\n<li>Identifies and addresses the risks associated with your organization driving innovation and improvement</li>\n<li>Provides you with a plan to increase productivity and efficiency</li>\n<li>Ensures your organization demonstrates ethical practices and corporate social responsibility, such as an anti-bribery policy</li>\n				  \n				  </ul>\n				  <h3 class=\"pt-3\">The transition to IATF 16949</h3>\n<p>In October 2016, IATF 16949:2016 was published to replace ISO/TS 16949. As of September 2018, all ISO/TS 16949 certificates have expired. The major changes from ISO/TS 16949 to IATF 16949 included an emphasis on product safety, expansion of focus on risk management, supplier management, and others.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">Certification with Intertek</h3>\n<p>Your management system\'s certification to the Automotive Quality Management Systems standard will help you continuously improve your products and customer satisfaction. Our industry-expert auditors deliver innovative and thorough auditing solutions, to help you see your business more clearly. Intertek’s Total Quality Assurance will give you the valuable tools to meet objectives, identify cost savings, adapt to standard revisions, and make measurable improvements to your business.</p>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">Additional Information and Resources on the Automotive Quality Management Systems standard</h3>\n<h4>Certification structure:</h4>\n<ul class=\"listing01\">\n<li><a href=\"http://www.iatfglobaloversight.org\" title=\"IATF – International Automotive Task Force\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>IATF – International Automotive Task Force</b></a> - The International Automotive Task Force is an “ad hoc” group of automotive manufacturers and their respective trade associations, formed to provide improved quality products to automotive customers worldwide. This website has access to the 16949 standard, rules, communiques, OEM requirements, and International Automotive Task Force publications. </li>\n<li><a href=\"http://www.iaob.org\" title=\"IAOB (International Automotive Oversight Bureau)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>IAOB - International Automotive Oversight Bureau</b></a> - One of 5 oversight offices created by the International Automotive Task Force to oversee the certification bodies who perform the audits and issue certificates. The IOAB is Intertek’s oversight.</li>\n<li><a href=\"http://www.aiag.org\" title=\"AIAG () – Automotive Action Industry Group\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>AIAG – Automotive Action Industry Group</b></a> - Collaborates with the International Automotive Task Force and 5 oversight groups developing standard and core tools (FMEA, Control Plan, SPC, MSA, etc.)</li></ul>\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">IATF 16949 Standard</h3>\n<p>QCI Global Standards is an Intertek company - Access and purchase the standard in a format that suits your needs.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','IATF 16949 - Automotive Quality Management System','','inherit','closed','closed','','674-revision-v1','','','2023-06-01 16:13:33','2023-06-01 16:13:33','',674,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=675',0,'revision','',0),(676,1,'2023-07-12 09:59:20','2023-06-01 16:14:05','','IATF 16949 – Automotive Quality Management System','','publish','closed','closed','','iatf-16949-automotive-quality-management-system','','','2023-07-12 09:59:20','2023-07-12 09:59:20','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=676',27,'nav_menu_item','',0),(677,1,'2023-06-01 16:15:57','2023-06-01 16:15:57','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>R2v3 - The Sustainable Electronics Reuse &amp; Recycling (R2) Standard V3</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The practice of refurbishing, de-manufacturing, recycling, and reusing electronics can pose various health and environmental risks if not managed properly. These risks include the improper handling of hazardous materials, inadequate data security measures, and improper disposal of electronic waste.</p>\n				  <p>QCI Global can assist organizations in implementing the R2 standard and achieving certification. Their expertise in environmental management systems and certification services can help organizations develop the necessary processes, controls, and documentation required by the R2 standard.</p>\n\n<p>By adopting the R2 Standard, recyclers and other organizations in the electronics management industry can showcase their commitment to responsible practices, gain a competitive edge, and meet the expectations of customers, regulators, and other stakeholders. </p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Responsible-Recycling.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h3>Benefits of R2v3 certification to your organization and your customers:</h3>\n				  <ul class=\"listing01\">\n					<li>Reduce environmental impacts through a commitment to improve performance and reducing the impact on developing countries</li>\n<li>Improve worker health and safety through robust practices</li>\n<li>Drive competitor advantage by providing confidence to your customers that you can consistently meet their expectations in maintaining data security</li>\n<li>Protect the recycling chain through vetting and oversight</li>\n				  \n				  </ul>\n				  <h3 class=\"pt-3\">Partnering</h3>\n<p>QCI global network of customer-focused auditors and technical experts are uniquely qualified to help you meet the increasingly competitive market challenges and regulatory requirements for compliance. Partner with us and gain the confidence of knowing that you have solid, effective environmental, health and safety processes in place.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">Additional Information on R2v3 Certification</h3>\n<ul class=\"listing01\">\n<li><a href=\"https://sustainableelectronics.org/welcome-to-r2v3/\" title=\"Sustainable electronics R2v3 standard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sustainable electronics R2v3 standard</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://www.epa.gov/smm-electronics/certified-electronics-recyclers\" title=\"Certified Electronics Recyclers – United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Certified Electronics Recyclers – United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)</a></li>\n</ul>\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">IATF 16949 Standard</h3>\n<p>R2 Standard certification solutions are delivered by QCI Global.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Responsible Recycling© (R2)','','publish','closed','closed','','responsible-recycling-r2','','','2023-07-04 14:22:37','2023-07-04 14:22:37','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?page_id=677',0,'page','',0),(678,1,'2023-06-01 16:15:57','2023-06-01 16:15:57','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>R2v3 - The Sustainable Electronics Reuse &amp; Recycling (R2) Standard V3</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The practice of refurbishing, de-manufacturing, recycling, and reusing electronics brings with it possible health and environmental risks. R2 ensures best practices for these issues.</p>\n				  <p>Over the past decades the growth of consumer electronics has inspired an unsuspected industry: electronic recycling, or e-scrap, which processes discarded electrical or electronic devices, and the waste of OEMs. The goal of the Responsible Recycling (R2) standard is to create a voluntary, market-based mechanism for ensuring best practices. It also provides essential information/assurance to prospective customers. The standard builds on an ISO style Plan-Do-Check-Act management system as a platform, and integrates environmental, health and safety management, media sanitisation, export and disposal restrictions, chain of custody accountability, and transportation controls.</p>\n\n<p>The R2 Standard has been designed to serve recyclers, which includes but is not limited to electronics resellers, refurbishers, recyclers, de-manufacturers, asset recoverers, brokers, as well as leasing companies that engage in these activities. It provides a mechanism for managing and communicating commitment for leadership in operations, safety and environmental performance, accountability for e-waste to final disposition, and data security.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h3>Benefits of R2v3 certification to your organization and your customers:</h3>\n				  <ul class=\"listing01\">\n					<li>Reduce environmental impacts through a commitment to improve performance and reducing the impact on developing countries</li>\n<li>Improve worker health and safety through robust practices</li>\n<li>Drive competitor advantage by providing confidence to your customers that you can consistently meet their expectations in maintaining data security</li>\n<li>Protect the recycling chain through vetting and oversight</li>\n				  \n				  </ul>\n				  <h3 class=\"pt-3\">Partnering with Intertek</h3>\n<p>Intertek’s global network of customer-focused auditors and technical experts are uniquely qualified to help you meet the increasingly competitive market challenges and regulatory requirements for compliance. Partner with us and gain the confidence of knowing that you have solid, effective environmental, health and safety processes in place.</p>\n\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">Additional Information on R2v3 Certification</h3>\n<ul class=\"listing01\">\n<li><a href=\"https://sustainableelectronics.org/welcome-to-r2v3/\" title=\"Sustainable electronics R2v3 standard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Sustainable electronics R2v3 standard</a></li>\n<li><a href=\"https://www.epa.gov/smm-electronics/certified-electronics-recyclers\" title=\"Certified Electronics Recyclers – United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Certified Electronics Recyclers – United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)</a></li>\n</ul>\n<h3 class=\"pt-3\">IATF 16949 Standard</h3>\n<p>R2 Standard certification solutions are delivered by QCI Global, an Intertek company.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Responsible Recycling© (R2)','','inherit','closed','closed','','677-revision-v1','','','2023-06-01 16:15:57','2023-06-01 16:15:57','',677,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=678',0,'revision','',0),(679,1,'2023-07-12 09:59:20','2023-06-01 16:16:57',' ','','','publish','closed','closed','','679','','','2023-07-12 09:59:20','2023-07-12 09:59:20','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=679',30,'nav_menu_item','',0),(680,1,'2023-06-01 16:19:26','2023-06-01 16:19:26','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>Program for Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The PEFC (Program for Endorsement of Forest Certification) provides an assurance mechanism for purchasers of wood and paper products. </p>\n				  <p>The roles of PEFC (Program for Endorsement of Forest Certification) is to provide a framework for the development of mutual recognition among national or sub-national forest certification schemes. These schemes are developed locally to meet internationally recognized requirements for sustainable forest management systems.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Program-for-Endorsement-of-Forest-Certification-PEFC.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Create Market Opportunities</h3>\n                     <p>Creating market opportunities involves identifying and capitalizing on potential avenues for business growth and expansion.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Compliance Requirements</h3>\n                     <p> PEFC certification ensures that the products originate from forests that are managed in compliance with applicable legal requirements and international standards for sustainable forest management. </p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Secure Your Supply</h3>\n                     <p>PEFC certification, businesses can secure their supply of responsibly sourced materials. PEFC-certified forests provide a reliable and consistent source of wood and paper products that meet stringent sustainability criteria.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Provide Supply Chain Traceability</h3>\n                     <p>PEFC Chain of Custody certification plays a vital role in tracking the entire supply chain of wood and paper products, ensuring the sustainability and traceability of these materials from the source forest to the final product.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"blueBg mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\"> The core objective of the PEFC (Program for Endorsement of Forest Certification) is to promote the sustainable management of forests worldwide.</p>\n                  <p>The PEFC (Program for Endorsement of Forest Certification) plays a crucial role in providing a framework for the mutual recognition of national or sub-national forest certification schemes. These schemes are developed locally and must meet internationally recognized requirements for sustainable forest management systems.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        The PEFC Council\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p> The PEFC Council, also known as the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification schemes, is an independent and non-profit organization.</p>\n\n<p>PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) serves as a global umbrella organization that facilitates the assessment and mutual recognition of national forest certification schemes. These schemes are developed through multi-stakeholder processes.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        PEFC’s Membership\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>PEFC\'s membership consists of 32 national forest certification systems, and through a robust assessment process, these schemes contribute to the world\'s largest certification scheme, covering millions of hectares of certified forests and ensuring sustainable timber production. QCI Global is among the certification bodies authorized to conduct audits to the SFI standard within the PEFC endorsement framework.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>In addition to the services mentioned earlier, there are several related services that can further support improving business excellence maturity and sustainable business practices. 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management of forests.</p>\n				  <p>The role of PEFC is to provide a framework for the development of mutual recognition for national or sub-national forest certification schemes that have been developed locally according to internationally recognized requirements for sustainable forest management systems.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Create Market Opportunities</h3>\n                     <p>Consumers are increasingly demanding products they buy come from a socially responsible and environmentally sustainable source.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Compliance Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>PEFC-certified products originate from PEFC-certified forests managed in compliance with national and international legal forest requirements.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Secure Your Supply</h3>\n                     <p>Secure your supply of responsibly sourced materials by accessing the worlds largest source of certified, sustainably managed forests.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Provide Supply Chain Traceability</h3>\n                     <p>PEFC Chain of Custody certification tracks the supply chain from the source to the final product to ensure sustainability.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"blueBg mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The PEFC seeks to contribute to the environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial and economically viable management of forests for present and future generations.</p>\n                  <p>The role of PEFC is to provide a framework for the development of mutual recognition for national or sub-national forest certification schemes that have been developed locally according to internationally recognized requirements for sustainable forest management systems.PEFC has endorsed the SFI 2015-2019.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        The PEFC Council\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The PEFC Council (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification schemes) is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization. It was founded in 1999 to promote sustainably managed forests through independent third-party certification.</p>\n\n<p>PEFC is a global umbrella organization for the assessment of and mutual recognition of national forest certification schemes developed in a multi-stakeholder process. These national schemes build upon the inter-governmental processes for the promotion of sustainable forest management, a series of on-going mechanisms supported by 149 governments covering 85% of the world’s forest area.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        PEFC’s Membership\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>PEFC’s membership includes 32 independent national forest certification systems, of which 21 to date have been through a rigorous assessment process involving public consultation and the use of independent consultants to provide the assessments on which mutual recognition decisions are taken by the membership. These 21 schemes account for over 175 million hectares of certified forests producing millions of tons of certified timber to the marketplace, making PEFC the world’s largest certification scheme. Of the certification schemes endorsed by PEFC, SAI Global conducts audits to SFI 2015-2019.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Standards &amp; Schemes\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®)\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    The Forest Stewardship Council is an international not-for-profit organization that sets the standards for responsibly managed forests.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-02.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Standards &amp; Schemes\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Sustainable Forestry Initiative (SFI)\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    The SFI Program is a North American program comprising of Forest Management, Fiber Sourcing and Chain of Custody.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Program for Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC)','','inherit','closed','closed','','680-revision-v1','','','2023-06-01 16:19:26','2023-06-01 16:19:26','',680,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=681',0,'revision','',0),(682,1,'2023-07-12 09:59:20','2023-06-01 16:19:46',' ','','','publish','closed','closed','','682','','','2023-07-12 09:59:20','2023-07-12 09:59:20','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=682',46,'nav_menu_item','',0),(683,1,'2023-06-01 16:22:24','2023-06-01 16:22:24','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®)</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">FSC® A000519</p>\n				  <p>The Forest Stewardship Council is an international not-for-profit organization that sets the standards for responsibly managed forests. The FSC serves as the leading catalyst shifting forest management and transformation toward responsible use, conservation, restoration, and respect for all.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Forest-Stewardship-Council-02.jpg\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Compliance Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>Ensure compliance to the growing regional demands are met by demonstrating commitment to using and trading legally harvested timber.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Improve Your Business</h3>\n                     <p>FSC Certification provides independent assurance of the adoption of environmentally responsible procurement practices, allowing new global market opportunities.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Keep Customers Front of Mind</h3>\n                     <p>Strengthen brand credibility and improve customer confidence with FSC Certification.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Build on Competitive Advantage</h3>\n                     <p>With FSC being endorsed by large brands and NGOs, certification to the FSC demonstrates your commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The FSC’s <a href=\"https://ca.fsc.org/en-ca/certification/forest-management-certification/principles-criteria\" class=\"textdark textUnderline\">Ten Principles and Criteria for forest management</a> set the threshold for defining good forest management around the world.</p>\n                  <p>Its purpose is to provide appropriately rigorous, yet practical operational criteria for globally responsible recycling and refurbishing of electronic equipment.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Forest Management (FM) Certification\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>This voluntary certification system demonstrates responsible forest management through independently evaluated planning and practice processes.</p>\n\n <p>Forest management certification involves an inspection of the forest management unit by SAI Global to check that the forest complies with the internationally-agreed FSC Principles of Responsible Forest Management. The National Standard is used to evaluate that the organization is in compliance.</p>\n\n <p>If the forest complies with the FSC standards, then SAI Global issues a certificate for the operation. Certified forest operations can claim the forest products they produce come from a responsibly managed forest. Certificate holders and Public summaries of forest operations that are certified by SAI Global are available for anyone to view. <a href=\"”www.info.fsc.org”\">www.info.fsc.org</a></p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Chain of Custody (CoC) Certification\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The FSC chain of custody (CoC) is the path taken by products from the forest, or in the case of recycled materials from the moment when the material is reclaimed, to the point where the product is sold with an FSC claim and/or it is finished and FSC labeled. The CoC includes each stage of sourcing, processing, trading, and distribution where progress to the next stage of the supply chain involves a change of product ownership.</p>\n\n<p>The FSC Chain of Custody allows an organization to demonstrate that forest-based materials and products purchased, labeled, and sold as FSC certified originate from well-managed forests, controlled sources, reclaimed materials, or a mixture of these, and any associated claims are legitimate and accurate.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Controlled Wood for Forest Management Enterprises (CW/FM) Certification\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Certification to this standard enables organizations to avoid trading illegally harvested wood, wood harvested in violation of traditional and civil rights, wood harvested in forests where high conservation values are threatened by management activities, wood harvested in forests being converted to plantations or non-forest use, wood from forests in which genetically modified trees are planted.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Payments of Annual Fees\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>QCI Global on behalf of FSC will collect the FSC Annual Accreditation Fees (AAF) or other Fees such as setup fee for Certificate Holder portal calculated on a ‘per certificate’ basis. The fees are periodically reviewed and updated by FSC to remain consistent with any new FSC strategy and/or policy. The fees can be accessed on the FSC website.</p>\n\n<p>FSC requires all certification bodies declare their sources of funding to ensure transparency. QCI Global is a privately held company funded exclusively with the fee charged to its clients for the services provided.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        FSC Normative Documents\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>All FSC normative documents can be accessed via the <a href=\"https://fsc.org/en/document-centre\">FSC Document Center</a>.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Where Our Services Are Located\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <h5>Canada &amp; US</h5>\n<p>QMI-QCI US Limited <br>\n\n20 Carlson Court <br>\n\nSuite 100 <br>\n\nNew Jersey, <br>\n\nM9W 7K6 <br>\n\nUnited State</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  \n				  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-complaint\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-complaint\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-complaint\">\n                        Complaint &amp; Appeal Resolution Process\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-complaint\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-complaint\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>QCI Global has in place a complaint/appeal procedure which is described as follows:</p>\n\n<p>Upon receiving a complaint or appeal the relevant details are recorded on a complaint register by the person receiving the complaint or appeal.</p>\n\n<p>The complaint or appeal will be forwarded to the Manager in charge of the FSC Program for resolution.</p>\n\n<p>An initial response, including an outline of the proposed course of action to follow up on the complaint or appeal, will be sent within two (2) weeks of receiving the complaint or appeal.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global will keep the person or organization informed of progress in evaluating the complaint or appeal.</p>\n\n<p>An investigation of the allegations and all its proposed actions in response to the complaint or appeal will be dealt within three (3) months of the reception date. Upon completion of the investigation a full report of the investigation and its findings are then sent to the person or organization that submitted the complaint or appeal.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global ensures that the persons engaged in the complaints or appeal handling processes are different from those who carried out the audits, made the certification decisions and the day to day implementation.</p>\n\n<p>If the issue has not been resolved through the full implementation of QCI Global’s procedures the person or organization raising the complaint or appeal can refer their complaint or appeal to FSC’s dispute resolution process.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"mt-5 textBlue\">Proceso de resolución de queja y apelación</h5>\nQCI Global ha implementado un procedimiento de queja/apelación que se describe a continuación:<p></p>\n\n<p>Al recibir una queja o apelación, la persona que recibe la queja o apelación registra los detalles relevantes en un registro de quejas.</p>\n\n<p>La queja o apelación se enviará al Gerente a cargo del Programa FSC para su resolución.</p>\n\n<p>Se enviará una respuesta inicial, que incluye un resumen del curso de acción propuesto para dar seguimiento a la queja o apelación dentro de las dos (2) semanas posteriores a la recepción de la queja o apelación.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global mantendrá informados a la persona o la organización sobre el progreso en la evaluación de la queja o apelación.</p>\n\n<p>Una investigación de las alegaciones y todas sus acciones propuestas en respuesta a la queja o apelación se llevará dentro de los tres (3) meses posteriores a la recepción de la queja o apelación. Una vez completada la investigación, se envía un informe completo de la investigación y sus hallazgos a la persona u organización que presentó la queja o apelación.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global asegura que las personas involucradas en los procesos de manejo de quejas o apelaciones son diferentes de las personas que llevaron a cabo las auditorías, tomaron las decisiones de certificación y la implementación diaria.</p>\n\n<p>Si el problema no se ha resuelto mediante la implementación completa de los procedimientos de QCI Global, la persona u organización que presenta la queja o apelación puede remitir su queja o apelación al proceso de resolución de disputas del FSC.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"mt-5 textBlue\">Processus de résolution de plainte et appel</h5>\n<p>La procédure de QCI Global concernant les plaintes/appels est la suivante:</p>\n\n<p>Au moment du dépôt d’une plainte ou d’un appel, la personne qui reçoit la plainte ou l’appel note tous les détails pertinents dans un registre des plaintes.</p>\n\n<p>La personne responsable du traitement des plaintes/appels chez QCI Global transmet la plainte ou l’appel au directeur responsable du programme FSC chez QCI Global afin qu’il procède à sa résolution.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global envoie une réponse préliminaire dans les deux (2) semaines suivant le dépôt de la plainte ou de l’appel, y compris les grandes lignes du plan d’action proposé pour en assurer le suivi.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global tiendra le plaignant au courant de l’état d’avancement de l’évaluation de la plainte ou de l’appel.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global procédera à une enquête sur les allégations et mettra en œuvre toutes les actions proposées dans les trois (3) mois suivant le dépôt de la plainte ou de l’appel. À la fin de l’enquête, QCI Global enverra à la personne ou organisation un rapport complet sur les résultats de l’enquête.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global s’assure que les personnes engagées dans la résolution de la plainte ou l’appel sont différentes de celles ayant participées à l’audit ou ayant pris la décision de certification.</p>\n\n<p>Si l’enjeu n’a pas été résolu en suivant la procédure de QCI Global la personne ou l’organisation ayant soulevé la plainte ou l’appel à l’opportunité de référer la plainte ou l’appel au processus de résolution des différends de FSC.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"mt-5 textBlue\">Procedura di risoluzione di reclami e ricorsi</h5>\n<p>QCI Global ha istituito una procedura di reclamo / ricorso che è descritta come segue:</p>\n\n<p>Al ricevimento di un reclamo o di un ricorso, i dettagli rilevanti vengono registrati su un registro dei reclami dalla persona che riceve il reclamo o ricorso.</p>\n\n<p>Il reclamo o il ricorso verrà inoltrato al Gestore responsabile del Programma FSC per la risoluzione.\n\n</p><p>Entro due (2) settimane dal ricevimento del reclamo o ricorso verrà inviata una risposta iniziale, che includa una descrizione della linea d’azione proposta per dare seguito al reclamo o all’appello.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global manterrà la persona o l’organizzazione informata dello stato di avanzamento della valutazione del reclamo o del ricorso.</p>\n\n<p>Un’indagine sulle accuse e su tutte le azioni proposte in risposta al reclamo o all’appello verrà trattata entro tre (3) mesi dalla data di ricezione. Al termine dell’indagine, viene inviato alla persona o all’organizzazione che ha presentato il reclamo o il ricorso un rapporto completo dell’indagine e i relativi risultati.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global garantisce che le persone coinvolte nei processi di gestione dei reclami o dei ricorsi siano diverse da quelle che hanno effettuato gli audit, preso le decisioni di certificazione e l’implementazione quotidiana.</p>\n\n<p>Se il problema non è stato risolto attraverso la piena attuazione delle procedure di QCI Global, la persona o l’organizzazione che presenta il reclamo o il ricorso può inoltrare il proprio reclamo o ricorso al processo di risoluzione delle controversie di FSC.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"mt-5 textBlue\">投诉及申诉解决流程</h5>\n<p>QCI Global 已制定投诉及申诉流程，具体如下：</p>\n\n<p>接获投诉或申诉后，接收人应将有关详情记录在投诉登记册上。</p>\n\n<p>投诉或申诉将被提交给FSC项目经理进行解决。</p>\n\n<p>在接到投诉或上诉后的两周内，须完成初次回复，包括建议采取的跟进行动计划。</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global将确保向提出申投诉的个人或组织告知后续进展。</p>\n\n<p>自收到申投诉后的三个月内，针对申投诉的内容应完成调查并提出整改行动，完成调查后将生成完整的报告，包括调查结论，该报告将提交提出申投诉的个人或组织。</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global确保与申投诉项目有关的实施审核、证书决策以及相关的日常工作人员不参与申投诉处理过程。</p>\n\n<p>如果提出申投诉的个人或组织对于SAI Global的调查和处理结果不满意，可按FSC的争议解决程序将其上诉至FSC。</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>We can help your organization to certify to the FSC schemes.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Develop and gather procedures, documents and records required by the Standard</li>\n                           <li>Perform a gap analysis</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/policy-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Certify</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to the scheme every five years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continual improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure shareholder and stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Resources</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n           <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                 [qci-random-posts]\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®)','','publish','closed','closed','','forest-stewardship-council-fsc','','','2023-07-04 12:59:41','2023-07-04 12:59:41','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?page_id=683',0,'page','',0),(684,1,'2023-06-01 16:22:24','2023-06-01 16:22:24','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®)</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">FSC® A000519</p>\n				  <p>The Forest Stewardship Council is an international not-for-profit organization that sets the standards for responsibly managed forests. The FSC serves as the leading catalyst shifting forest management and transformation toward responsible use, conservation, restoration, and respect for all.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Compliance Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>Ensure compliance to the growing regional demands are met by demonstrating commitment to using and trading legally harvested timber.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Improve Your Business</h3>\n                     <p>FSC Certification provides independent assurance of the adoption of environmentally responsible procurement practices, allowing new global market opportunities.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Keep Customers Front of Mind</h3>\n                     <p>Strengthen brand credibility and improve customer confidence with FSC Certification.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Build on Competitive Advantage</h3>\n                     <p>With FSC being endorsed by large brands and NGOs, certification to the FSC demonstrates your commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The FSC’s <a href=\"https://ca.fsc.org/en-ca/certification/forest-management-certification/principles-criteria\" class=\"textdark textUnderline\">Ten Principles and Criteria for forest management</a> set the threshold for defining good forest management around the world.</p>\n                  <p>Its purpose is to provide appropriately rigorous, yet practical operational criteria for globally responsible recycling and refurbishing of electronic equipment.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Forest Management (FM) Certification\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>This voluntary certification system demonstrates responsible forest management through independently evaluated planning and practice processes.</p>\n\n <p>Forest management certification involves an inspection of the forest management unit by SAI Global to check that the forest complies with the internationally-agreed FSC Principles of Responsible Forest Management. The National Standard is used to evaluate that the organization is in compliance.</p>\n\n <p>If the forest complies with the FSC standards, then SAI Global issues a certificate for the operation. Certified forest operations can claim the forest products they produce come from a responsibly managed forest. Certificate holders and Public summaries of forest operations that are certified by SAI Global are available for anyone to view. <a href=\"”www.info.fsc.org”\">www.info.fsc.org</a></p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Chain of Custody (CoC) Certification\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The FSC chain of custody (CoC) is the path taken by products from the forest, or in the case of recycled materials from the moment when the material is reclaimed, to the point where the product is sold with an FSC claim and/or it is finished and FSC labeled. The CoC includes each stage of sourcing, processing, trading, and distribution where progress to the next stage of the supply chain involves a change of product ownership.</p>\n\n<p>The FSC Chain of Custody allows an organization to demonstrate that forest-based materials and products purchased, labeled, and sold as FSC certified originate from well-managed forests, controlled sources, reclaimed materials, or a mixture of these, and any associated claims are legitimate and accurate.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Controlled Wood for Forest Management Enterprises (CW/FM) Certification\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Certification to this standard enables organizations to avoid trading illegally harvested wood, wood harvested in violation of traditional and civil rights, wood harvested in forests where high conservation values are threatened by management activities, wood harvested in forests being converted to plantations or non-forest use, wood from forests in which genetically modified trees are planted.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Payments of Annual Fees\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>QCI Global on behalf of FSC will collect the FSC Annual Accreditation Fees (AAF) or other Fees such as setup fee for Certificate Holder portal calculated on a ‘per certificate’ basis. The fees are periodically reviewed and updated by FSC to remain consistent with any new FSC strategy and/or policy. The fees can be accessed on the FSC website.</p>\n\n<p>FSC requires all certification bodies declare their sources of funding to ensure transparency. QCI Global is a privately held company funded exclusively with the fee charged to its clients for the services provided.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        FSC Normative Documents\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>All FSC normative documents can be accessed via the <a href=\"https://fsc.org/en/document-centre\">FSC Document Center</a>.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Where Our Services Are Located\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <h5>Canada &amp; US</h5>\n<p>QMI-QCI US Limited <br>\n\n20 Carlson Court <br>\n\nSuite 100 <br>\n\nNew Jersey, <br>\n\nM9W 7K6 <br>\n\nUnited State</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  \n				  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-complaint\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-complaint\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-complaint\">\n                        Complaint &amp; Appeal Resolution Process\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-complaint\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-complaint\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>QCI Global has in place a complaint/appeal procedure which is described as follows:</p>\n\n<p>Upon receiving a complaint or appeal the relevant details are recorded on a complaint register by the person receiving the complaint or appeal.</p>\n\n<p>The complaint or appeal will be forwarded to the Manager in charge of the FSC Program for resolution.</p>\n\n<p>An initial response, including an outline of the proposed course of action to follow up on the complaint or appeal, will be sent within two (2) weeks of receiving the complaint or appeal.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global will keep the person or organization informed of progress in evaluating the complaint or appeal.</p>\n\n<p>An investigation of the allegations and all its proposed actions in response to the complaint or appeal will be dealt within three (3) months of the reception date. Upon completion of the investigation a full report of the investigation and its findings are then sent to the person or organization that submitted the complaint or appeal.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global ensures that the persons engaged in the complaints or appeal handling processes are different from those who carried out the audits, made the certification decisions and the day to day implementation.</p>\n\n<p>If the issue has not been resolved through the full implementation of QCI Global’s procedures the person or organization raising the complaint or appeal can refer their complaint or appeal to FSC’s dispute resolution process.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"mt-5 textBlue\">Proceso de resolución de queja y apelación</h5>\nQCI Global ha implementado un procedimiento de queja/apelación que se describe a continuación:<p></p>\n\n<p>Al recibir una queja o apelación, la persona que recibe la queja o apelación registra los detalles relevantes en un registro de quejas.</p>\n\n<p>La queja o apelación se enviará al Gerente a cargo del Programa FSC para su resolución.</p>\n\n<p>Se enviará una respuesta inicial, que incluye un resumen del curso de acción propuesto para dar seguimiento a la queja o apelación dentro de las dos (2) semanas posteriores a la recepción de la queja o apelación.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global mantendrá informados a la persona o la organización sobre el progreso en la evaluación de la queja o apelación.</p>\n\n<p>Una investigación de las alegaciones y todas sus acciones propuestas en respuesta a la queja o apelación se llevará dentro de los tres (3) meses posteriores a la recepción de la queja o apelación. Una vez completada la investigación, se envía un informe completo de la investigación y sus hallazgos a la persona u organización que presentó la queja o apelación.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global asegura que las personas involucradas en los procesos de manejo de quejas o apelaciones son diferentes de las personas que llevaron a cabo las auditorías, tomaron las decisiones de certificación y la implementación diaria.</p>\n\n<p>Si el problema no se ha resuelto mediante la implementación completa de los procedimientos de QCI Global, la persona u organización que presenta la queja o apelación puede remitir su queja o apelación al proceso de resolución de disputas del FSC.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"mt-5 textBlue\">Processus de résolution de plainte et appel</h5>\n<p>La procédure de QCI Global concernant les plaintes/appels est la suivante:</p>\n\n<p>Au moment du dépôt d’une plainte ou d’un appel, la personne qui reçoit la plainte ou l’appel note tous les détails pertinents dans un registre des plaintes.</p>\n\n<p>La personne responsable du traitement des plaintes/appels chez QCI Global transmet la plainte ou l’appel au directeur responsable du programme FSC chez QCI Global afin qu’il procède à sa résolution.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global envoie une réponse préliminaire dans les deux (2) semaines suivant le dépôt de la plainte ou de l’appel, y compris les grandes lignes du plan d’action proposé pour en assurer le suivi.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global tiendra le plaignant au courant de l’état d’avancement de l’évaluation de la plainte ou de l’appel.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global procédera à une enquête sur les allégations et mettra en œuvre toutes les actions proposées dans les trois (3) mois suivant le dépôt de la plainte ou de l’appel. À la fin de l’enquête, QCI Global enverra à la personne ou organisation un rapport complet sur les résultats de l’enquête.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global s’assure que les personnes engagées dans la résolution de la plainte ou l’appel sont différentes de celles ayant participées à l’audit ou ayant pris la décision de certification.</p>\n\n<p>Si l’enjeu n’a pas été résolu en suivant la procédure de QCI Global la personne ou l’organisation ayant soulevé la plainte ou l’appel à l’opportunité de référer la plainte ou l’appel au processus de résolution des différends de FSC.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"mt-5 textBlue\">Procedura di risoluzione di reclami e ricorsi</h5>\n<p>QCI Global ha istituito una procedura di reclamo / ricorso che è descritta come segue:</p>\n\n<p>Al ricevimento di un reclamo o di un ricorso, i dettagli rilevanti vengono registrati su un registro dei reclami dalla persona che riceve il reclamo o ricorso.</p>\n\n<p>Il reclamo o il ricorso verrà inoltrato al Gestore responsabile del Programma FSC per la risoluzione.\n\n</p><p>Entro due (2) settimane dal ricevimento del reclamo o ricorso verrà inviata una risposta iniziale, che includa una descrizione della linea d’azione proposta per dare seguito al reclamo o all’appello.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global manterrà la persona o l’organizzazione informata dello stato di avanzamento della valutazione del reclamo o del ricorso.</p>\n\n<p>Un’indagine sulle accuse e su tutte le azioni proposte in risposta al reclamo o all’appello verrà trattata entro tre (3) mesi dalla data di ricezione. Al termine dell’indagine, viene inviato alla persona o all’organizzazione che ha presentato il reclamo o il ricorso un rapporto completo dell’indagine e i relativi risultati.</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global garantisce che le persone coinvolte nei processi di gestione dei reclami o dei ricorsi siano diverse da quelle che hanno effettuato gli audit, preso le decisioni di certificazione e l’implementazione quotidiana.</p>\n\n<p>Se il problema non è stato risolto attraverso la piena attuazione delle procedure di QCI Global, la persona o l’organizzazione che presenta il reclamo o il ricorso può inoltrare il proprio reclamo o ricorso al processo di risoluzione delle controversie di FSC.</p>\n\n<h5 class=\"mt-5 textBlue\">投诉及申诉解决流程</h5>\n<p>QCI Global 已制定投诉及申诉流程，具体如下：</p>\n\n<p>接获投诉或申诉后，接收人应将有关详情记录在投诉登记册上。</p>\n\n<p>投诉或申诉将被提交给FSC项目经理进行解决。</p>\n\n<p>在接到投诉或上诉后的两周内，须完成初次回复，包括建议采取的跟进行动计划。</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global将确保向提出申投诉的个人或组织告知后续进展。</p>\n\n<p>自收到申投诉后的三个月内，针对申投诉的内容应完成调查并提出整改行动，完成调查后将生成完整的报告，包括调查结论，该报告将提交提出申投诉的个人或组织。</p>\n\n<p>QCI Global确保与申投诉项目有关的实施审核、证书决策以及相关的日常工作人员不参与申投诉处理过程。</p>\n\n<p>如果提出申投诉的个人或组织对于SAI Global的调查和处理结果不满意，可按FSC的争议解决程序将其上诉至FSC。</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>We can help your organization to certify to the FSC schemes.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Develop and gather procedures, documents and records required by the Standard</li>\n                           <li>Perform a gap analysis</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/policy-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Certify</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to the scheme every five years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continual improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure shareholder and stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      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09:59:20','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=685',26,'nav_menu_item','',0),(686,1,'2023-06-02 15:33:40','2023-06-02 15:33:40','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">ISO 9001 provides a robust framework that can be tailored to any industry or sector. It offers a systematic and structured approach to quality management, regardless of the organization\'s size or nature of its operations.</p>\n                  <p>ISO 9001 takes a holistic, process-based approach to quality management, focusing on the organization as a whole and its strategic objectives. Rather than viewing quality management as a standalone function or department.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/ISO-9001-Quality-Management-Systems.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Compliance Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>Compliance with regulatory requirements is essential for organizations to operate ethically, ensure the safety of their products or services, protect the well-being of their employees and customers, and maintain trust with stakeholders.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Keep Customers Front of Mind</h3>\n                     <p> Consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations is a key factor in enhancing customer experience and building a strong reputation in the market. ISO 9001 plays a crucial role in helping organizations achieve this goal by providing a framework for the establishment and maintenance of a robust quality management system (QMS).</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Drive Business Performance</h3>\n                     <p>ISO 9001 indeed provides a solid framework for organizations to establish and maintain a quality management system (QMS) that enables them to deliver their unique value proposition consistently and at a high level of quality.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Deliver High-Quality Experiences</h3>\n                     <p>ISO 9001 is a globally recognized standard that provides organizations with a comprehensive framework for implementing and maintaining an effective quality management system (QMS). It emphasizes the importance of understanding and managing processes to achieve desired outcomes and meet customer expectations.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">A systematic approach to quality management, as provided by ISO 9001, brings numerous benefits to organizations of all sizes and across various industries. </p>\n                  <p>A systematic approach to quality management, as provided by ISO 9001, brings numerous benefits to organizations of all sizes and across various industries.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Scope \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p> ISO 9001 provides a comprehensive set of requirements that organizations can use to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve a Quality Management System (QMS). </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Context of the Organization \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p> Leadership commitment is a crucial factor in the successful implementation and maintenance of a Quality Management System (QMS) based on ISO 9001. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Leadership \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>By demonstrating their commitment, providing resources, ensuring the quality policy and objectives are in place, and communicating roles and responsibilities, leaders create an environment where the QMS can thrive and contribute to the organization\'s success.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Planning \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The planning process in ISO 9001 allows organizations to enhance their ability to meet customer requirements, improve processes, and achieve desired quality outcomes. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Support \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>ISO 9001 emphasizes the importance of allocating sufficient resources and monitoring their use and effectiveness as critical aspects of a Quality Management System (QMS).   </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Operation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p> By planning, implementing, and controlling processes to meet requirements, organizations can ensure that their products and services consistently meet customer expectations and comply with relevant standards.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        Performance Evaluation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Organizations are required to demonstrate and verify the capability of their processes as specified by the customer\'s approval process requirements. This involves ensuring that the processes are capable of consistently meeting the customer\'s specified requirements and expectations. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Improvement\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Improvement\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\">\n                        Improvement\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>By actively pursuing continuous improvement, organizations can enhance their overall performance, increase customer satisfaction, and drive innovation and efficiency throughout their operations.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>We can help your organization to implement or optimize ISO 9001.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Purchase the AS 9110 Standard</li>\n                           <li>Undertake training to build expertise.</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs.</li>\n                           <li>Perform and option pre-assessment.</li>\n                           <li>Perform a gap analysis.</li>\n               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<h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to ISO 9001 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continual improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure shareholder and stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  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risks and opportunities in order to make informed decisions and take appropriate actions. </p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Watch Webinar\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch Webinar</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>ISO 9001 Courses &amp; Training</h2>\n                  <p>Explore the range of ISO 9001 courses we have on offer through QCI Global Learning.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n                     <a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n					 <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Auditing A Quality Management System ISO 9001:2015</h3>\n                     <p>ISO 9001 is a comprehensive standard that outlines the requirements for a quality management system (QMS). When conducting an audit against ISO 9001, auditors assess an organization\'s adherence to these requirements and evaluate the effectiveness of its QMS.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>That\'s correct. ISO 9001 is a widely recognized international standard developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). It sets out the criteria for a quality management system and is applicable to organizations of all sizes and industries. The standard provides a framework that organizations can use to establish processes and procedures to ensure consistent delivery of quality products and services, enhance customer satisfaction, and drive continuous improvement. </p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global being an Exemplar Global certified Training Provider for Technical and Professional Certification Scheme (TPECS) means that their training courses meet the knowledge examination requirements of the Quality Management System (QMS) certification scheme. Exemplar Global is an internationally recognized organization that provides personnel certification services for various standards and schemes, including ISO 9001.  </p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Online Implementing A Quality Management System – ISO 9001:2015</h3>\n                     <p>ISO 9001 provides organizations with the necessary discipline and control to their operations. The standard emphasizes the importance of establishing and maintaining effective quality management systems (QMS) that focus on meeting customer requirements, delivering high-quality products or services, and driving continuous improvement.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Services</h2>\n				  <p>In addition to the services mentioned earlier, there are several related services that can further support improving business excellence maturity and sustainable business practices. 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SAI Global helps with meeting full compliance and audit requirements.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Keep Customers Front of Mind</h3>\n                     <p>Improve customer experience by consistently providing products that deliver to expectations. Show the market proof of your commitment to quality and ability to achieve a global standard, so they can purchase with confidence.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Drive Business Performance</h3>\n                     <p>Your competitive advantage comes from delivering your point of difference consistently and to a quality level that cannot be easily replicated. ISO 9001 enables your business to establish a quality framework to ensure best practices are in place, giving your team the opportunity to continually improve.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Deliver High-Quality Experiences</h3>\n                     <p>ISO 9001 specifies global best practice in quality management systems, using a process-driven approach. It shows organizations how to improve and maintain leadership, governance, communications and employee engagement to deliver unique, high quality customer and brand experiences.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">All organizations can benefit from a systematic approach to quality management.</p>\n                  <p>Adopting a QMS compliant with ISO 9001 will help improve your reputation, products, services and processes, including defect prevention and reduced supply chain variation and waste.Certification to ISO 9001 demonstrates your commitment to quality outcomes across all aspects of your organization.ISO 9001 defines a quality management system, drawing on the Plan-Do-Act-Check model (PDCA) and risk-based thinking to create a framework for organizational improvement.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Scope \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Scope ISO 9001 describes requirements for a QMS including process requirements, and products and services requirements.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Context of the Organization \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must understand the external and internal factors that may affect its ability to achieve the desired results.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Leadership \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization’s leaders must commit to the success of the management system, providing sufficient resources, ensuring the quality policy and objectives are in place, and clearly communicating roles, responsibilities and authorities clear.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Planning \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Planning must address actions to address risks and opportunities; quality objectives and how to achieve them; and change management.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Support \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must ensure sufficient resources are allocated to the quality management system, and carefully monitor their use and effectiveness. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Operation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization should plan, implement and control processes to meet requirements for providing its products and services.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        Performance Evaluation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must be able to demonstrate and verify process capability as specified by the customer’s approval process requirements.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Improvement\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Improvement\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\">\n                        Improvement\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>ISO 9001 requires a commitment to continuous improvement, including managing nonconformities, solving problems, error-proofing, and taking corrective action when required.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>We can help your organization to implement or optimize ISO 9001.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div 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          <li>Perform a gap analysis.</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/policy-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Certify</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                           <li>Upon successful certification, display the ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to ISO 9001 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continual improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure shareholder and stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"FiveTickStandards\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/true-quality-thumbnail.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\"><strong>The Real Life Applications of Risk-Based Thinking</strong></h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted\">All organizations face risks and opportunities. Risk-based thinking can help you understand which risks to avoid, and which to embrace.</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Watch Webinar\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch Webinar</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>ISO 9001 Courses &amp; Training</h2>\n                  <p>Explore the range of ISO 9001 courses we have on offer through QCI Global Assurance Learning.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n                     <a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n					 <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Auditing A Quality Management System ISO 9001:2015</h3>\n                     <p>Take an in-depth review of the requirements of the ISO 9001 standard and how they are applied in the context of an audit.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>Understand the content of the ISO 9001:2015 Standard in the context of a quality management system audit.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global is an Exemplar Global certified TPECS provider. This course meets the knowledge examination requirements of the Quality Management System (QMS) certification scheme.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Online Implementing A Quality Management System – ISO 9001:2015</h3>\n                     <p>Learn how to bring the necessary discipline and control to your operations with strategies to identify problems, assign resources and evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the QMS including procedural and process information.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Services</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Audit &amp; 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It was updated to align with other quality management system standards, such as ISO 9001:2015, and to address the evolving regulatory landscape and advancements in the medical device industry.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Medical-Device-Single-Audit-Program-MDSAP.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Compliance Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>ISO 13485:2016 provides organizations in the medical device industry with a practical framework to meet regulatory requirements for a quality management system. By adhering to the standard\'s requirements, organizations can demonstrate their commitment to producing safe and effective medical devices.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Gain Market Access</h3>\n                     <p> The international recognition for quality management systems in the medical device industry. It establishes a set of requirements that organizations can implement to demonstrate their ability to consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Drive Business Performance</h3>\n                     <p>Align your management system with the strategic direction of your organization is crucial for achieving operational efficiency and minimizing reputational risks. ISO 13485 provides a framework that helps organizations integrate quality management practices into their overall business strategy.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Improve Patient Safety and Quality</h3>\n                     <p>Protecting consumer safety is a fundamental aspect of the medical device industry. ISO 13485 emphasizes the importance of robust risk management practices throughout the entire lifecycle of a medical device.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"blueBg mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The internationally recognized standard that brings a strengthened process approach to quality management in the medical device industry. It provides a framework for organizations to establish and maintain a quality management system that complies with regulatory requirements.</p>\n				  <ul class=\"listing01\">\n					<li>Increase patient safety and quality, protecting your brand</li>\n				<li>Achieve regulatory compliance requirements</li>\n<li>Achieve organizational strategic objectives</li>\n<li>Improve process efficiency and lower costs</li>\n<li>Gain market access</li>\n				  </ul>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Quality Management System \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Following the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 13485 follows the structure to implement a quality management system including the requirements to document processes for the highly regulated medical device industry. Expands the terms of the Standard to include areas such as clinical evaluation, software, medical device families, post-market surveillance, Distributors and Importers.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Management Responsibility \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Top management sit at the center of the organization’s success, and are therefore required to establish the quality processes and objectives, as well as conduct reviews to ensure the business is meeting customer expectations.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Resource Management \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Only applicable if relevant, implement the right people and infrastructure to foster a positive work environment that sets the organization up to succeed.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Product Realisation \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The ISO 13485 standard includes specific requirements for planning, designing, developing, purchasing, and monitoring medical devices. These requirements ensure that organizations follow a systematic and controlled approach throughout the entire lifecycle of a medical device.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Measurement, Analysis and Improvement \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>performance indicators, setting targets, and collecting data to evaluate the performance of processes. By monitoring and measuring key metrics, organizations can identify areas for improvement, track progress, and take corrective actions when necessary.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>We can help your organization to implement or optimize ISO 9001.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Purchase the ISO 13485 Standard</li>\n                           <li>Undertake optional training to build expertise</li>\n						   <li>Implement the Standard</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs</li>\n                           <li>Review and accept proposal to book audit dates</li>\n                           <li>Take an optional pre-assessment</li>\n						   <li>Perform a gap analysis</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/policy-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Certify</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                           <li>Upon successful certification, display the ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct Surveillance Audits annually</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to ISO 13485 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continuous improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure shareholder and stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"FiveTickStandards\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/true-quality-thumbnail.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\"><strong>Maximize Your Certification to ISO 13485:2016</strong></h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted\">ISO 13485:2016 offers medical device manufacturers a quality management system that translated into greater consistency, improved quality and less risk.</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Watch Now\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Medical Devices Courses &amp; Training</h2>\n                  <p>Explore the range of Medical Devices courses we have on offer through QCI Global Assurance Learning.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n                     <a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n					 <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Medical Devices Training</h3>\n                     <p>Medical device training is a crucial component in the healthcare industry to ensure the safe and effective use of medical devices. It involves providing education and knowledge to healthcare professionals, technicians, and other relevant personnel involved in the development, manufacturing, regulation, sales, and use of medical devices.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training Auditing A Medical Devices Quality Management System ISO 13485:2016</h3>\n                     <p>Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) on Auditing a Medical Devices Quality Management System ISO 13485:2016 is a comprehensive training program designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct audits in compliance with the ISO 13485 standard. This training focuses specifically on auditing quality management systems in the context of medical devices.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training Auditing ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Lead Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) on Auditing ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Lead Auditor is a comprehensive training program designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to effectively lead and conduct audits of medical device quality management systems in accordance with the ISO 13485:2016 standard.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Internal Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>Virtual Instructor-Led Training (VILT) on ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Internal Auditor is a training program designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to conduct internal audits of a medical device quality management system based on the ISO 13485:2016 standard.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Services</h2>\n				  <p>In addition to the services mentioned earlier, there are several related services that can further support improving business excellence maturity and sustainable business practices. These services include:</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                 [qci-random-posts]\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','ISO 13485 Medical Devices Management Systems','','publish','closed','closed','','iso-13485','','','2023-07-04 15:03:33','2023-07-04 15:03:33','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?page_id=688',0,'page','',0),(689,1,'2023-06-02 15:35:34','2023-06-02 15:35:34','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>ISO 13485 Medical Devices Management Systems</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">Applicable to all organizations involved in the design, production, installation and servicing of medical devices and related services.</p>\n                  <p>Recently updated to ISO 13485:2016, the new version of the internationally recognized standard offers a framework to realize requirements of a medical devices quality management system and seeks to address the entire lifecycle of a medical device.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Compliance Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>Build confidence and trust with stakeholders by implementing a practical framework to meet your regulatory requirements for a medical device quality management system.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Gain Market Access</h3>\n                     <p>Whether you are a manufacturer at any stage of the medical device lifecycle, or a supplier, ISO 13485 gives you international recognition for quality management systems. The framework and principles of ISO 13485 sits at the core of additional regulatory requirements like Medical Devices Single Audit Program (MDSAP).</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Drive Business Performance</h3>\n                     <p>Align your management system with the strategic direction of your organization to improve process efficiency while reducing reputational risks.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Improve Patient Safety and Quality</h3>\n                     <p>Protect consumer safety through robust risk management embedded within each processes throughout the medical device lifecycle.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"blueBg mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">This internationally recognized Standard brings a strengthened process approach to quality management allowing for a framework to comply to regulatory requirements.</p>\n                  <p>ISO 13485:2016 medical devices quality management systems specifies the requirements for organizations in any aspect of a medical device lifecycle, including both product and related services.By implementing a structured framework that aligns with the strategic direction of the business, organizations can experience:</p>\n				  <ul class=\"listing01\">\n					<li>Increase patient safety and quality, protecting your brand</li>\n				<li>Achieve regulatory compliance requirements</li>\n<li>Achieve organizational strategic objectives</li>\n<li>Improve process efficiency and lower costs</li>\n<li>Gain market access</li>\n				  </ul>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Quality Management System \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Following the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 13485 follows the structure to implement a quality management system including the requirements to document processes for the highly regulated medical device industry. Expands the terms of the Standard to include areas such as clinical evaluation, software, medical device families, post-market surveillance, Distributors and Importers.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Management Responsibility \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Top management sit at the center of the organization’s success, and are therefore required to establish the quality processes and objectives, as well as conduct reviews to ensure the business is meeting customer expectations.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Resource Management \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Only applicable if relevant, implement the right people and infrastructure to foster a positive work environment that sets the organization up to succeed.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Product Realisation \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Only applicable if relevant, the Standard references the requirements the organization needs to comply with in planning, designing and developing, purchasing and monitoring of the medical device.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Measurement, Analysis and Improvement \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Only applicable if relevant, organizations will need to monitor and measure the performance of the business processes, including meeting customer expectations. Internal audits enable opportunities for continuous improvement and corrective action.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>We can help your organization to implement or optimize ISO 9001.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Purchase the ISO 13485 Standard</li>\n                           <li>Undertake optional training to build expertise</li>\n						   <li>Implement the Standard</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs</li>\n                           <li>Review and accept proposal to book audit dates</li>\n                           <li>Take an optional pre-assessment</li>\n						   <li>Perform a gap analysis</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/policy-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Certify</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                           <li>Upon successful certification, display the ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct Surveillance Audits annually</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to ISO 13485 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continuous improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure shareholder and stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"FiveTickStandards\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/true-quality-thumbnail.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\"><strong>Maximize Your Certification to ISO 13485:2016</strong></h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted\">ISO 13485:2016 offers medical device manufacturers a quality management system that translated into greater consistency, improved quality and less risk.</p>\n                        <a href=\"#\" title=\"Watch Now\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Watch Now</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Medical Devices Courses &amp; Training</h2>\n                  <p>Explore the range of Medical Devices courses we have on offer through QCI Global Assurance Learning.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n                     <a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n					 <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Medical Devices Training</h3>\n                     <p>Take the lead, upskill and advance your medical auditing career. Choose from our courses designed to meet the Medical Devices standard.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training Auditing A Medical Devices Quality Management System ISO 13485:2016</h3>\n                     <p>Take an in-depth review of the requirements of the ISO 13485:2016 standard and how they are applied in the context of an audit.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training Auditing ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Lead Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>Understand the intent and requirements of the ISO 13485:2016 Standard in the context of a quality management system audit.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training ISO 13485:2016 Medical Devices Internal Auditor</h3>\n                     <p>QCI Global Assurance Learning is an Exemplar Global certified TPECS provider. This course meets the knowledge examination requirements of the Medical Devices Quality Management Systems (MD) certification scheme.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Services</h2>\n				  <p>Browse the other products or services that QCI Global Assurance can provide you and your organization.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Standards &amp; Schemes\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    ISO 13485 Medical Devices Management Systems\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    Applicable to all organizations involved in the design, production, installation and servicing of medical devices and related services.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-02.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Standards &amp; Schemes\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP)\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    The Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) is designed and developed to cover relevant requirements from the Regulatory Authorities participating in the program.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n				  <div class=\"col-md-4 flexCol\">\n                     <div class=\"card latestBlogBlock border-0\">\n                        <div href=\"#\" title=\"\" class=\"latestBlogBlockItem\">\n                           <div class=\"latestBlogImageThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/services-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n                           <div class=\"card-body p-0\">\n                              <div class=\"latestBlogContent\">\n                                 <div class=\"category\">\n                                    Standards &amp; Schemes\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-heading\">\n                                    ISO 27001 Information Security Management Systems\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"main-description\">\n                                    Increased consumer expectations of information security require organizations to implement an effective ISMS framework that preserves the confidentiality, integrity and availability of information.\n                                 </div>\n                                 <div class=\"post-date-wrapper flexCol\">\n									<a href=\"#\" title=\"Read More\" target=\"\" class=\"\" rel=\"noopener\">Read More »</a>\n								</div>\n                              </div>\n                           </div>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','ISO 13485 Medical Devices Management Systems','','inherit','closed','closed','','688-revision-v1','','','2023-06-02 15:35:34','2023-06-02 15:35:34','',688,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?p=689',0,'revision','',0),(690,1,'2023-06-02 15:37:33','2023-06-02 15:37:33','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">ISO 14001 is an internationally recognized standard that provides a framework for organizations to establish and implement an effective environmental management system (EMS). </p>\n                  <p>It provides organizations with a systematic approach to developing and implementing environmental policies and practices that promote sustainability and responsible business operations. </p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/environmental-management-systems-01-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Compliance Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>Demonstrating compliance with legal obligations is crucial for building confidence and trust with stakeholders. ISO 14001 provides organizations with a framework to systematically manage their environmental performance and meet legal requirements. </p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Support Longer Term Strategic Focus</h3>\n                     <p>Environmentally sound processes and practices not only helps organizations meet their environmental responsibilities but also positions them for long-term success and sustainable development. </p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Drive Corporate Social Responsibility</h3>\n                     <p>Taking a responsible approach to environmental management can significantly improve a company\'s reputation and build public confidence in its brand. </p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">The international best practice for environmental management systems. It provides organizations with a systematic approach to managing their environmental responsibilities and improving their environmental performance.</p>\n				  <p>It provides a framework for organizations to integrate environmental management into their overall business strategy, promote sustainable development, and achieve the three pillars of sustainability: economic development, environmental protection, and social responsibility.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Scope \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p> The internationally recognized standard that sets out the requirements for an environmental management system (EMS). The standard provides a framework that organizations can follow to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve their EMS. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Context of the Organization \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must understand identify and understand the external and internal factors that can impact their ability to achieve their environmental objectives. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Leadership \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The commitment of the organization\'s leaders is crucial for the effective implementation and success of an environmental management system (EMS). Top management must demonstrate their commitment by taking ownership and accountability for the EMS.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Planning \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Planning plays a crucial role in the effective implementation of an environmental management system (EMS) based on ISO 14001. The organization needs to establish a systematic approach to identify and address risks and opportunities related to environmental aspects.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Support \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Allocating sufficient resources to the environmental management system (EMS) is crucial for its successful establishment, implementation, maintenance, and continual improvement. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Operation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The  organizations should  plan, implement, and control their processes to ensure compliance with environmental requirements throughout the lifecycle of their products and services.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\">\n                        Performance Evaluation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Performance-Evaluation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must be able  to demonstrate and verify the capability of their processes, particularly in relation to customer requirements and expectations. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Improvement\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Improvement\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\">\n                        Improvement\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p> ISO 14001 places a strong emphasis on continual improvement. It requires organizations to establish processes for identifying and managing nonconformities, as well as taking corrective actions to address any deviations from the environmental management system requirements. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>We can help your organization to implement or optimize ISO 14001.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Purchase the ISO 14001 Standard</li>\n                           <li>Undertake training to build expertise</li>\n						</ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs</li>\n                           <li>Perform an optional pre-assessment</li>\n						   <li>Perform a gap analysis</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/policy-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Certify</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                           <li>Upon successful certification, display the ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct Annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to ISO 14001 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continuous improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure shareholder and stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>ISO 14001 Courses &amp; Training</h2>\n                  <p>Explore the range of ISO 14001 courses we have on offer through QCI Global Learning.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n			<div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n                     <a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n					 <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training ISO 14001:2015 Lead Auditor</h3>\n                     <p> Training in auditing an Environmental Management System (EMS) based on ISO 14001:2015, individuals can develop the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively assess an organization\'s environmental management practices. This training typically covers the theory and principles of environmental auditing, as well as the specific requirements and guidelines outlined in the ISO 14001 standard.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Virtual Instructor-Led Training Auditing An Environmental Management System 14001:2015</h3>\n                     <p>The 2-day course on Environmental Management System (EMS) requirements based on the ISO 14001 Standard</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Online Auditing An Environmental Management System 14001:2015</h3>\n                     <p>The Online Environmental Management Systems Auditor training course is designed to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of auditing environmental management systems based on the ISO 14001 Standard. The course is developed in accordance with the guidelines outlined in ISO 14001 to ensure its relevance and effectiveness.</p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-6 flexCol\">\n					<a href=\"#\" class=\"courseInfoBlock\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Online ISO 14001:2015 Foundation</h3>\n                     <p>The online course on Environment and supporting practices provides participants with an introduction to the principles and concepts of environmental management. </p>\n					 </a>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Services</h2>\n				  <p>In addition to the services mentioned earlier, there are several related services that can further support improving business excellence maturity and sustainable business practices. These services include:/p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"blogHomeList\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                 [qci-random-posts]\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->','ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems','','publish','closed','closed','','iso-14001','','','2023-07-04 15:06:37','2023-07-04 15:06:37','',0,'http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/?page_id=690',0,'page','',0),(691,1,'2023-06-02 15:37:33','2023-06-02 15:37:33','<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"info\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h1>ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems</h1>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">ISO 14001 is an international standard prescribing a structured approach to environmental protection.</p>\n                  <p>It enables organizations of all sizes to develop and implement policies to deliver environmentally responsible and sustainable business practices.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"darkBg\">\n         <div class=\"container postionRelative\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"yellowOuterLine yellowBg\"></div>\n                  <div class=\"imageStandardThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/image-thumb-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\">Today’s environment is filled with intense scrutiny but being competitive means never standing still.</h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted text-white\">QCI Global helps you see a way forward so you can advance confidently.</p>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"schemeListingOuter\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"ColumnBlockSection pb-0\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Meet Compliance Requirements</h3>\n                     <p>Build confidence and trust with stakeholders by providing evidence that your organization complies with its legal obligations.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Support Longer Term Strategic Focus</h3>\n                     <p>Future-proof your business and drive sustainable development by adopting environmentally sound processes that strengthen your market position.</p>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4 pb-4\">\n                     <h3 class=\"textBlue\">Drive Corporate Social Responsibility</h3>\n                     <p>Improve your company’s reputation and build public confidence in your brand by taking a responsible approach to environmental management.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">Setting the international best-practice for environmental management, the ISO 14001 standard achieves this through a systematic approach.</p>\n				  <p>All organizations can benefit from a systematic approach to environmental management. Adopting an environmental management system will improve your ability to manage environmental responsibilities in a systematic manner, providing value for the environment, your organization and stakeholders.Certification to ISO 14001 demonstrates your commitment to environmental outcomes across all aspects of your organization.ISO 14001 defines an environmental management system drawing on the plan-do-check-act (PDCA) model and risk-based thinking to create a framework for balancing the three pillars of sustainability: development; transparency; and accountability.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Scope \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>ISO 14001 describes requirements for an environmental management system that can achieve an enhancement of environmental performance; fulfill compliance obligations and achieve environmental objectives.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Context of the Organization \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must understand the external and internal factors that may affect its ability to achieve the desired results.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Leadership \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization’s leaders must commit to the environmental management system, taking accountability for the effectiveness and success by providing sufficient resources, ensuring the environmental policy and objectives are in place, and clearly communicating roles, responsibilities and authorities clear.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Planning \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Planning must address actions to address risks and opportunities; environmental objectives and how to achieve them; and change management.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Support \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>The organization must ensure sufficient resources are allocated to the environmental management system; including the establishment, implementation, maintenance and continual improvement; and carefully monitor their use and effectiveness.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     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           <li>Purchase the ISO 14001 Standard</li>\n                           <li>Undertake training to build expertise</li>\n						</ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs</li>\n                           <li>Perform an optional pre-assessment</li>\n						   <li>Perform a gap analysis</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/policy-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Certify</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed Stage 2 audit</li>\n                           <li>Upon successful certification, display the ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct Annual Surveillance Audits</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to ISO 14001 every three years</li>\n                          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Performance</h3>\n                     <p>ISO 20000 provides a framework for aligning service management objectives with the strategic direction of the organization. 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This updated structure, known as Annex SL, allows for easier adoption and integration of ISO 20000 with other ISO-compliant management systems, such as ISO 9001 for quality management or ISO 14001 for environmental management.</p>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"servicesSection mb-0\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>What Is It?</h2>\n                  <p class=\"highlighted\">ISO 20000 takes a risk-based approach to service management, which means that organizations are encouraged to identify, assess, and manage risks related to their service delivery processes.</p>\n				  <p> ISO 20000-1:2018 is the internationally recognized standard for service management systems. It provides organizations with a framework to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve their service management practices. </p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"\">\n               <div class=\"accordion accordion-feedback\" id=\"feedbackAccordion\">\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-scope\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-scope\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-scope\">\n                        Transition Timeline from ISO 20000-1:2011 to ISO 20000-1:2018 \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-scope\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Following the release of ISO 20000-1:2018, organizations will have three years to transition to the new edition.</p>\n\n<p>Key transition dates include:</p>\n<ul class=\"listing01\">\n<li>30 Sep 2018: Organizations can choose to certify to the 2018 edition of the standard from this date. The 2011 edition is still valid.</li>\n<li>31 Mar 2020: Organizations looking to adopt ISO 20000 or are due for re-certification must certify to the ISO 20000-1:2018.</li>\n<li>29 Sep 2021: All existing organizations must be transitioned to the 2018 edition of the Standard.</li>\n</ul>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Organization\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Organization\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\">\n                        Context of the Organization \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Organization\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>To implement an effective service management system, ounderstanding the services an organization delivers and the requirements of its stakeholders is crucial for implementing an effective service management system. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Leadership\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Leadership\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\">\n                        Leadership \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Leadership\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Top management plays a crucial role in the success of a service management system. Their commitment and involvement are essential for driving the implementation and continual improvement of the system.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Certification-Planning\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\">\n                        Planning \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Certification-Planning\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-certification-Planning\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>In addition to planning the scope of the service management system including the list of services offered and the requirements to operate, organizations must identify and address the risks and opportunities that could impact performance.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Support\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Support\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Support\">\n                        Operation of the Service Management System \n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Support\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Managing the service lifecycle, organizations can ensure that services are designed, delivered, and improved in a controlled and systematic manner, leading to consistent and predictable outcomes that meet customer expectations.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Operation\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Operation\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\">\n                        Performance Evaluation\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Operation\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Organizations need to establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of their information security processes and ensure the protection of information assets.</p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"accordion-item\">\n                     <h2 class=\"accordion-header\" id=\"flush-Improvement\">\n                        <button class=\"accordion-button collapsed\" type=\"button\" data-bs-toggle=\"collapse\" data-bs-target=\"#accordion-feedback-Improvement\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\">\n                        Improvement\n                        </button>\n                     </h2>\n                     <div id=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" class=\"accordion-collapse collapse\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-feedback-Improvement\" data-bs-parent=\"#feedbackAccordion\">\n                        <div class=\"accordion-body\">\n                           <p>Continual improvement is crucial for organizations to stay competitive and enhance their performance. By focusing on exceeding customer expectations and fostering a culture of improvement, organizations can drive success and achieve sustainable growth. </p>\n                        </div>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"stepsColBlock postionRelative mb-5\">\n         <div class=\"yellowSideStrip yellowBg\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Next Steps</h2>\n                  <p>Whether you’re new to ISO 20000 or ready to implement the Standard, we can assist you.</p>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n            <div class=\"stepsColBlockWrapper\">\n               <div class=\"row\">\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/start-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Start</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Purchase the ISO 20000-1:2018 standard</li>\n                           <li>Undertake training to build expertise</li>\n						   <li>Implement the Standard</li>\n						</ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/implement-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Implement</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Contact QCI Global to discuss requirements, timeframes and costs</li>\n                           <li>Review and accept proposal to book audit dates</li>\n						   <li>Take an optional pre-assessment</li>\n						   <li>Perform a gap analysis</li>\n						</ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/policy-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Certify</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Undertake a Stage 1 audit</li>\n                           <li>Complete a detailed, Stage 2 certification audit</li>\n                           <li>Upon successful certification, display the ‘Five Ticks’ StandardsMark™</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/hiking-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Maintain</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Conduct Surveillance Audits annually</li>\n                           <li>Recertify to ISO 20000 every three years</li>\n                           <li>Establish a continuous improvement culture</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                     <div class=\"stepsColBlockItem\">\n                        <div class=\"stdIcon\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/optimization-icon.png\" alt=\"\"></div>\n                        <h5>Optimize</h5>\n                        <ul>\n                           <li>Market for brand and promotional benefits</li>\n                           <li>Optimize commercial teams</li>\n                           <li>Ensure shareholder and stakeholder awareness</li>\n                        </ul>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n                  <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"FiveTickStandards\">\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                  <div class=\"FiveTickStandardsThumb\"><img src=\"http://148.76.139.49/qci-global/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/true-quality-thumbnail.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"imgResponsive\"></div>\n               </div>\n               <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n                  <div class=\"middleContentOuter standardMark\">\n                     <div class=\"verticalMiddle\">\n                        <h2 class=\"textYellow\"><strong>Start Your Transition Journey to ISO 20000–1:2018</strong></h2>\n                        <p class=\"highlighted\">Organizations have three years to transition from the release date of September 30, 2018. Contact QCI Global to start your transition.</p>\n                        <a href=\"steps-to-certification\" title=\"Steps to Certification\" target=\"\" class=\"customBtn01\" rel=\"noopener\">Steps to Certification</a>\n                     </div>\n                  </div>\n               </div>\n            </div>\n         </div>\n      </section>\n<!-- /wp:html -->\n\n<!-- wp:html -->\n<section class=\"latestBlogHome postionRelative\">\n         <div class=\"latestBlogHomeBgImage\"></div>\n         <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"row\">\n               <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                  <h2>Related Services</h2>\n				  <p>In addition to the services mentioned earlier, there are several related services that can further support improving business excellence maturity and sustainable business practices. 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