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ISO 9001:2015 – Section 7.1

ISO 9001:2015 requires organizations to determine and provide the necessary resources to establish, implement, maintain, and continually improve the QMS.

Scope of Work

Our services for Clause 7.1 focus on helping your organization allocate and optimize resources for QMS effectiveness:

1. Resource Needs Assessment

  • • Identify all resources (people, infrastructure, tools, technology) needed to meet QMS objectives.

    • Review adequacy and allocation of current resources.

2. Resource Planning Framework

  • • Develop a structured resource management plan.

    • Link resources to organizational objectives and customer satisfaction targets.

3. Resource Optimization Guidance

  • • Recommend improvements in utilization of existing resources.

    • Provide planning tools to support continual improvement of resource allocation.

Deliverables

  • • Documented resource requirements list.

    • Resource allocation and planning procedure.

    • Resource adequacy evaluation report.

    • Templates for ongoing monitoring of resource effectiveness.

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 resource checklist and allocation review Starts at $12/hour
Standard Full resource planning and documentation Starts at $12/hour
Premium Comprehensive optimization strategy and integration into strategic planning Custom Quote

Optional Add-On Services

Service Coverage Fee
Resource Planning Workshop Facilitated session with leadership to review and allocate resources Starts at $12/hour
Resource Tracking Template Digital-ready template for monitoring resource effectiveness $12 per document
Integration Consultation Guidance on linking resource plans to KPIs and audits Starts at $12/hour

Your Compliance Journey Starts Here

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"A well-resourced QMS drives compliance, efficiency, and customer satisfaction."

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