Overview

PMC offers consulting services on international standards to assist clients in preparing for certification. Leveraging 40 years of experience in productivity improvement and quality management, we have developed a robust quality evaluation methodology.

Our quality methodology entails a structured process: a detailed analysis and evaluation of your current processes, quality standard training, and a second-party audit that ensures you will pass your final certification for your chosen international standard. We meticulously evaluate business processes, workforce skills, and technology to identify areas for ISO, IATF, ESD, VDA standardization and QMS software implementation.

Our holistic approach empowers organizations to achieve sustainable growth and operational excellence.

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Quality Certification Steps:

Evaluate

While guiding clients through the quality standard basics, consultants will aid in preparing necessary documentation, including the quality manual and documented processes.

Train

Consultants support in implementing the quality standard process, collaborating with your team to establish goals, conduct management reviews, assess outcomes, and propel improvements.

Audit

PMC will assist you in conducting an internal audit to prepare for the registrar audit. Together, we'll review essential process corrections and ensure you have the necessary documentation for compliance.

Certification

PMC will aid you in selecting a registrar, also known as a Certification Body, to conduct your final external audit. Following completion, we'll assist in addressing any findings, if necessary.

International Standard and Quality Management Training

Designed for the automotive and manufacturing industries, our specialized courses cover topics such as Automotive Quality Core Tools (AQCT) and Environmental, Health, and Safety Management Systems. Based on our evaluation, we provide training on international standards and improvement gap analysis to prepare your team for the final audit process.

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Our Evaluation Methodology

Preliminary Evaluation

  • Evaluate business processes: Analyze inputs, outputs, resources, constraints, process maps, and metrics.
  • Evaluate the workforce: Examine available skill sets, knowledge of best practices and standards, and expertise with tools and methods.
  • Evaluate technologies: Examine IT environment, platforms, systems in use, engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain productivity software products. Assess performance, scalability, availability, security, and integration levels.

Gap Analysis and Strategy

  • Perform Gap Analysis: Compare current processes, workforce, and technologies to industry benchmarks, identifying discrepancies or gaps.
  • Develop Strategy: Prepare for implementation, outline roles and responsibilities, identify suitable solutions, determine necessary training, and create a realistic implementation plan.
  • Develop Business Case: Project and measure ROI, evaluate costs and risks associated with proposed initiatives.

Evaluation and Plan Review

  • The evaluation produces a report highlighting improvement areas.
  • The gap analysis identifies disparities between current practices and industry best practices.
  • The plan outlines phased implementation, recommending software, training, and ongoing improvement measures.

Quality Audit Verification

Quality Management System standards mandate organizations to establish an internal audit program encompassing audits of the entire quality management system, manufacturing processes, and products.

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As a 2nd party Auditor we will

  • Gather and fairly evaluate objective evidence.
  • Conduct audits impartially and without bias.
  • Continuously assess the impact of audit findings and interactions.
  • Dedicate attention and support to audit goals.

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International Standards

PMCs unique 40+ years in industrial engineering experience has guided us to become experts in the following quality standards to provide our customers with exceptional quality management training and implementation expertise.

  • IATF 16949:2016 outlines QMS requirements for automotive production and related service parts organizations, aiming for continual improvement by emphasizing nonconformance prevention and reducing variation and waste in the supply chain.
  • ISO 14001:2015 outlines requirements for an environmental management system to improve environmental performance, fulfill compliance obligations, and achieve environmental objectives.
  • ESD S20.20:2014 offers guidelines to safeguard electrical and electronic components from ESD damage. PMC's ESD program reduces component damage, boosts production throughput, and reduces defective product occurrences.
  • ISO 9001:2015 specifies requirements for a quality management system, ensuring consistent provision of products and services meeting customer and regulatory requirements. It aims to enhance customer satisfaction through effective application, including processes for improvement and conformance assurance.
  • ISO 45001:2018 outlines requirements for an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OH&S), aiding organizations in creating safe workplaces, preventing work-related injuries, and improving OH&S performance. Its goals include continual improvement, legal compliance, and achieving OH&S objectives.
  • VDA 6.3 is a process audit used by German OEMs to analyze processes effectively. It evaluates real performance on-site, including interfaces and supporting functions. The goal is to ensure conformity with specifications, applicable throughout the product lifecycle.

Why Choose PMC?

PMC offers expert-led programs customized to your needs, ensuring you acquire practical skills and in-depth knowledge. We combine industry best practices with cutting-edge technology to provide hands-on experience and real-world applications. Our training enhances efficiency, boosts performance, and supports long-term project success. Trust PMC to elevate your team's capabilities and stay competitive.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are international standards?
International standards are established guidelines, specifications, or criteria that are recognized and adopted globally to ensure consistency, quality, safety, and interoperability across various industries and sectors. These standards are developed through consensus among experts from different countries and organizations within international standards bodies, such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), and others. International standards cover a wide range of areas, including quality management, environmental management, information security, health and safety, and product specifications, among others. They provide a framework for organizations to operate efficiently, meet regulatory requirements, and enhance global trade and cooperation.
How can a consultant help plan and implement international standards?
In guiding you through the basics, a consultant assists in preparing essential documentation like quality manuals and documented processes. During implementation, a consultant collaborates with your team to establish realistic goals, conduct management reviews, and drive improvement actions. To maintain commitment from employees and top management, goals should align with various factors including views of interested parties, business requirements, risk-related hazards, potential impacts, financial, operational, legal, and compliance requirements. With leadership-driven goals cascading through the QMS, employees are influenced to align both functional and personal objectives.
What is the role of a consultant for a certification?
Consultants assess the procedures of an organization or firm and provide guidance to ensure compliance with standards. They play a crucial role in pinpointing process-related issues, suggesting enhancements, and facilitating staff training on novel systems. Trustworthy consultants possess an extensive grasp of standards and demonstrate familiarity with relevant industries.
Why are international standards important?
International standards are crucial because they ensure consistency, quality, safety, and interoperability across different industries and sectors globally. They provide a common language and framework for organizations to operate efficiently, meet regulatory requirements, and enhance global trade and cooperation.
Who develops international standards?
International standards are developed by international standards bodies such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), and various other regional and sector-specific standardization bodies. These organizations comprise experts from different countries and industries who work together to develop and update standards through a consensus-based process.
What is the role of a 2nd party auditor?
The role of a second-party auditor is to conduct audits on behalf of an organization within its supply chain or as a customer of another organization. These audits assess compliance with contractual requirements, quality standards, or other specified criteria.
How do you get fully ISO certified?
To become fully ISO certified, an organization needs to follow these general steps: (1) Familiarize yourself with the specific ISO standard relevant to your industry (e.g., ISO 9001 for quality management). (2) Implement the necessary processes and procedures to meet the requirements of the standard. (3) Conduct internal audits to assess compliance and identify areas for improvement. (4) Engage with an accredited certification body to schedule and undergo an external audit. (5) Address any non-conformities identified during the audit. (6) Upon successful completion of the audit, receive ISO certification.
What is a QMS?
A QMS, or Quality Management System, is a set of policies, processes, procedures, and resources implemented by an organization to ensure that its products or services consistently meet customer requirements and regulatory standards. The primary goal of a QMS is to enhance customer satisfaction by consistently delivering products or services that meet or exceed expectations while continuously improving processes and performance. ISO 9001 is the international standard that specifies requirements for a QMS.

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