Provision of Resources

ISO 9001:2015 – Section 7.1.1

ISO 9001:2015 requires organizations to determine and provide all resources necessary to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve the Quality Management System (QMS), ensuring it can achieve intended results and meet customer and regulatory requirements.

Scope of Work

Our services for Clause 7.1.1 focus on establishing a structured resource planning approach to support your QMS:

1. Resource Requirement Assessment

  • • Identify all categories of resources (human, physical, technological, financial) needed to ensure QMS success.

    • Document criteria for determining resource adequacy.

2. Resource Provision Strategy

  • • Develop a process for acquiring, allocating, and maintaining necessary resources.

    • Align resource allocation with operational and strategic priorities.

3. QMS Integration

  • • Link resource planning activities directly with QMS processes and objectives.

    • Establish review cycles for resource effectiveness.

4. Resource Risk Management

  • • Evaluate risks associated with inadequate or missing resources.

    • Propose mitigation plans and contingency strategies.

Deliverables

  • • Resource requirements list by category.

    • Documented procedure for resource allocation and review.

    • Risk assessment report for resource gaps.

    • Templates for tracking and evaluating resource provision.

Pricing & Timeline

  • • Fee: $3,150.00/month per facility (6-month engagement)

    • Estimated Duration: 180 business days

    Completion timeline may vary based on client responsiveness and documentation turnaround.

Sample Milestone Plan

Phase Key Activities Core Deliverables
Month 1 – Planning Kick-off, scope definition, project charter ✓ Implementation Plan
✓ Scope Statement & Team Roles
Months 1–2 – Design FSMS drafting, PRP setup, document control systems ✓ SOPs, PRPs
✓ Controlled Document Framework
Months 2–3 – Execution Competency training, system rollout, records logging ✓ Training Logs
✓ First Cycle Recordkeeping Evidence
Months 3–6 – Validation Internal audits, reviews, performance monitoring ✓ Internal Audit Reports
✓ CAPA Logs
✓ Management Review
Month 6 – Readiness Final system check, CB coordination, mock audit ✓ Pre-Audit Summary
✓ Final CAPA Log
✓ Audit-Day Prep

Certification Audit Support

  • • On-site or remote audit-day presence

    • Real-time response to auditor inquiries

    • Post-audit support and non-conformance response drafting

Deliverables:

  • ✓ Audit Representation

    ✓ NC Response Support

    ✓ Audit Day Documentation

Project Closure

  • • Final FSMS documentation handover

    • Executive summary outlining system status and sustainability plan

    • Option to transition into maintenance & continuous improvement support

Deliverables:

  • ✓ Final Document Handover

    ✓ Close-Out Report

    ✓ Maintenance Plan Proposal

Service Packages & Pricing

Package Coverage Fee
Starter Basic review of resource needs and adequacy checklist Starts at $12/hour
Standard Comprehensive resource planning, documentation, and integration with QMS processes Starts at $12/hour
Premium Full resource risk assessment, provision strategy, and improvement roadmap Custom Quote

Optional Add-On Services

Service Coverage Fee
Resource Review Workshop Facilitated session to analyze and plan resource allocation Starts at $12/hour
Resource Planning Templates Pre-built templates for evaluating and tracking resources $12 per document
Resource Gap Assessment Detailed evaluation of current versus required resources Starts at $12/hour

Your Compliance Journey Starts Here

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"Strategic resource planning ensures your QMS is equipped for long-term success."

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