Quality Systems

Has your facility been producing a larger than usual amount of product that does not meet specifications?  Have you been having problems with determining where the problems with quality occur? Are you tired of customer complaints and costs of bad quality?
 
Implementation of an ISO 9001-2008 system will enable you to document your quality system and will also enable you to find the problem areas. This is done by systematically implementing a quality system that evaluated all areas of operation for potential problems. This also puts in place procedures, which if followed properly, prevent these problems. There are also components of the system that will catch problems if they get past a breakdown in the other parts of the system.
 
Implementation of a quality management system is of benefit no matter what product or service you provide. It can be detailed and certified by a registrar or parts of it can be put in place to obtain improvements without going through the cost of registration.
 
CMA LLC can provide assistance in your quality system. We have experience in implementation of such systems as well as being trained and experienced in performing internal audits for ISO 9001, TS 16949 and ISO 13485 quality systems.

Our services include:

ISO 9001 vs TS-16949 Quality Management Systems

If you need an ISO 9001-2008 quality management system, or if you need the TS-16949 system because your parts produced are part of the final vehicle in automotive product, we can assist you in determining the most cost effect method of implementation. A quality management system not only improves your quality but can also identify process improvements that will improve your bottom line.
 
Certification to the ISO 9001-2008 or the Ts-16949 standard can assist you in qualifying for additional opportunities due to the fact that an outside registrar has certified your competence in the quality areas. Even if you do not obtain certification, the analysis of your quality actions can greatly improve your quality and reduce your scrap rate and its costs.
 
Why not contact us to see how this type of system can be implemented in a cost effective manner and hot it can improve your operations. Also contact us if you are interested in purchasing a CD Rom of the forms and procedures needed for either an ISO 9001-2008 or a TS-16949 quality system manual.

ISO 13485 – Medical Devices Quality Management System
 

CMA LLC has a background in the medical field and for that reason became trained in internal auditing in ISO 13485. With a number of years experience in the medical and pharmaceutical fields, we can assist you in the implementation of your ISO 13485 system. We can also assist you in combining it with the ISO 9001-2008 Quality Management System, the ISO 14001 Environmental Management System, and the OHSAS 18001-2007 Health and Safety Management System.
 
The most cost effective way to implement these systems is to combine them into one system that covers all subject areas. It is less expensive and will be easier for your employees to implement and maintain. If you have any questions about this process, please contact us. Also contact us if you are interested in purchasing a CD Rom of the forms and procedures needed for this type of system manual.

AS-9100 Aerospace Standard – Quality Management Systems

This standard has also recently been updated. If you are interested in assistance in this area, please contact us as we have working agreements with consultants that can assist you in this area. Also contact us if you are interested in purchasing a CD Rom that contains the procedures and forms needed for the manual for this type of management system.

 Online Training and Manuals

We are working with Foster and Associates, Inc on several joint projects involving the implementation of integrated ISO-9001 and ISO-14001 and OHSAS 18001 management systems. We have found through our experience that interactive manuals are easier for the client to maintain and continually improve than stand alone systems.
 
The Foster & Associates, Inc website contains links to the additional services that are offered, some examples are:
 
·         On line training classes for ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 management system awareness and implementation.
·         On line training classes for a variety of environmental, health and safety and OSHA training sessions.
Modules for management awareness, training and system implementation for ISO 9001-2008, ISO 14001-2004 and OHSAS 18001-2007 management systems are available for purchase and download from Foster & Associates, Inc at: http://www.lcfiso.com/index.html     

Quality System Certifications

CMA is a certified ISO/TS 16949 Internal Auditor.  View this certification
CMA is a certified ISO 13485 Combined Internal Auditor.  View this certification