How will the implementation of the new standards help my organization to improve its efficiency?
ISO 9001:2000 aims at guaranteeing the effectiveness (but not necessarily the efficiency) of the organization. For improved organizational efficiency, however, the best results can be obtained by using the new ISO 9004:2000 in addition to ISO 9001:2000. The guiding quality management principles are intended to assist an organization in continual improvement, which should lead to efficiencies throughout the organization.
ISO 9001:2000 aims at guaranteeing the effectiveness (but not necessary the efficiency) of the organization. For improved organizational efficiency, however, the best results can be obtained by using the new ISO 9004:2000 in addition to ISO 9001:2000. The guiding quality management principles are intended to assist an organization in continual improvement, which should lead to efficiency throughout the organization.