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Written by Chris Newis   

 Third sector needs to address quality system issues

 I have recently run a discussion on linkedin on the subject of quality systems and third sector organisations (TSOs).

Opinion is divided. Many TSOs are happy to go along with PQCASSO, mainly because commissioners are happy

but this is denying that there could be a competitive edge for organisations gaining certification under ISO 9001.

Also ISO offers a quality management system that can improve the quality of services provided by

sub-contractors and consortium members, t say nothing of the potential to transform the experience of your customers and service users. However, many still find the process and the cost to be prohibitive.

To help TSOs evalaute if ISO 9001: is for you Footprint Associates are offering a low fee site visit and quality

assessment that will look at what your company has/does not have in place and advise on how you can move forward. The consultant will also leave examples of materials that will help you to develop policies and procedures.

We can also brief trustees and managers on their responsibilities under ISO 9001:

Email through this site for an estimate and begin to transform the experience of your customers.