Steps to Certification

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  1. Gain awareness - Learn about the applicable standard
  2. Develop understanding - Learn the meaning of each element
  3. Analyze the present system - Perform internal audits
  4. Modify the present system - Make any required changes
  5. Document the system - Describe the system in writing (as required) with manuals, procedures, instructions, and the means to fit the needs of your organization
  6. Apply for certification - Select a registrar. Consider knowledge, experience and personal traits
  7. Review documents - Registrar reviews policies, procedures, work instructions, forms, etc.
  8. Pre-assess the system - Conduct a "mini-audit" of the system to identify major obstacles
  9. Assess the system - Audit the complete system to measure understanding, documentation, implementation, and effectiveness
  10. Make required improvements - Correct nonconformities found during the audit
  11. Obtain certification - Announce your special status to the world
  12. Maintain/Improve the system. - Implement continual improvement through surveillance and improvement, followed by more surveillance and improvement

The future belongs to the prepared. Let SQA be a part of your strategic and tactical plans for the future. Prepare by developing a management system that meets the requirements of internationally-accepted standards. Then execute, maintain, and improve your system by becoming certified.