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ISO 9001 highlights the importance of document control, and most of us know the sinking feeling of misplacing something important. It might be your passport before a trip, your car keys when you’re already late, or that one bill you swear you filed safely. In the moment, everything else stops. Stress builds, time is wasted, […]

A gap analysis is often seen as a step toward achieving ISO certification, but its real value goes far beyond the initial audit preparation. When used strategically, it becomes a powerful tool for continuous improvement, helping organisations not only meet requirements but also enhance efficiency, strengthen risk management, and improve overall performance. The first step

A gap analysis can be one of the most valuable tools in preparing for ISO certification or maintaining compliance with evolving standards. However, not all gap analyses deliver the clarity and insight they should. Too often, organisations fall into avoidable traps that reduce the accuracy and usefulness of their findings. Understanding these pitfalls and knowing

For many organisations, ISO certification is a cornerstone of credibility and customer trust. Yet staying compliant is not a one-time achievement. Standards evolve, business environments change, and operational risks shift. To remain aligned with both current and future ISO requirements, organisations must periodically take a clear and honest look at their management systems. This is

Gap Analysis is becoming increasingly crucial as the ISO world prepares for one of its most important updates in recent years. The upcoming ISO 9001:2026 standard is expected to bring changes that go beyond simple wording adjustments. Experts anticipate a stronger emphasis on sustainability, climate change, ethical leadership, stakeholder engagement, and more advanced risk-based thinking.