Certification of the Quality Management Systems

A client is satisfied when he receives quality services from an organisation with which the client gets in touch. Every organization, irrespective of its size or activity domain, by the certification of the Quality Management System (QMS), proves its commitment for quality.

Created by the International Standard Organization (ISO), the standard ISO 9001 may help an organization to satisfy its clients, to improve constantly its activity and to comply with the legislative requirements. At present, all the responsible managers know ISO 9001 as a business standard.

What exactly does this certification process consist in and how long does it last?

The stages of the certification body are described systematically in this document.

What is the standard accepted in Romania for the certification of a Quality Management system (QMS)?

The standard of the series ISO 9001 in force, for the certification of a QMS, is SR EN ISO 9001:2001.

Which are the expectations of an organization after the having made an investment for the implementation and certification of the QMS?

One of the principles of the standard imposes a deeper involvement of the organization’s management in the quality aspects. This implies establishing a policy in the quality domain as well as the objectives to be achieved. The data obtained from the quality management system are used for the management review that is carried out with a view to achieve the established objectives. The organisation defines new objectives to be achieved and thus, the continual improvement of processes and products is obtained.

The benefits are obvious, among which we mention the following:

• identifying the problems in the production process;
• increasing and improving productivity and effectiveness;
• raising the personnel’s awareness;
• satisfying the clients’ requirements;
• saving all types of resources;
• financial and image advantages.

Which are the procedures based on which SIMTEX – the Certification Body for Quality Management Systems functions?

The functioning of this accredited body is based on the procedures documented in accordance with ISO 17021.

Why SIMTEX-OC and not another Certification Body?

The Certification Body SIMTEX-OC has personnel consisting of auditors with professional experience of over 10 year in the domain of the certification of quality management systems. Both their professionalism and vast experience in auditing constitutes a great advantage in comparison with the other certification bodies.

The high number of clients all over the country as well as those abroad who continue to request recertification with SIMTEX-OC, constitute evidence of the quality of our services;

SIMTEX-OC is able to offer integrated certifications in the combination the client desires, for multiple systems (QMS, EMS, HACCP, OHSAS, ISMS, etc)

SIMTEX-OC is accredited for performing certifications in all the activity domains specified by NACE Code.

Confidentiality guarantee of all information obtained during the certification process.

The prices charged by SIMTEX-OC are adjusted to the purchasing power in Romania although the level of services offered by SIMTEX-OC is internationally recognised – the audit teams consisting in qualified auditors only.

Which are the advantages of the QMS certification?

Image and public relations improvement.

Gaining new commodity markets.

Gaining trust of the interested parties, including that of the authorities

Fulfilment of potential auction criteria.

Ensuring the partners and clients that the legislation in the field is respected.

Reducing the incidents that involve the organization’s legal liability.

Increasing the presence on the market, especially on the international market.

The conditions for granting insurances and loans may become advantageous

Improvement of the employees’ work conditions

How does the certification begin?

In order that the certification process can be initiated, you have to address to SIMTEX-OC, in writing, no.10A, Ramuri Tei Street, sector 2, postal code 020354, PO 13-138, Bucharest or by accessing this form (click here). We are prepared to offer you the documents (the official request and the preliminary assessment questionnaire) for the initiation of the certification process and further information regarding the certification of the Quality Management System. In order to obtain a price offer as soon as possible, it is necessary for you to send the preliminary questionnaire completed.