Latest News & Opinion on the ISO Certification Scheme
Another Prominent Voice Weighs in on ASQ’s Mounting Problems
Dr. James Kline raises some additional issues plaguing the American Society for Quality.
Oxebridge Seeking Pilot Clients for Implementation of ISO 17034 Reference Material Production
Oxebridge has launched a pilot program for ISO 17034 implementation, and is inviting reference material producers to join.
Here Are The Problems That Oxebridge’s “Q001” Standard Solves
How Oxebridge’s new Q001 standard improves upon ISO 9001, and shows that making standards right isn’t rocket science.
Oxebridge Just Fixed ISO 9001 …. You’re Welcome
Oxebridge founder Christopher Paris just released a “remix” of ISO 9001, in the form of the open-source standard, Oxebridge Q001.
The Troll That Made No Sense
For years I was trolled online by someone at Kimberly-Clark, but his reasons didn’t make sense… until now.
IAF Regional Body Refuses to Take Action on Quality Austria Scandal
The EA claims the accreditation body Akkreditierung Austria has not had sufficient time to merely acknowledge a complaint submitted to it months ago.
Psst… Let’s Talk About Your Expectations for ISO 9001 Consulting Costs
Some business owners have dramatically unrealistic expectations on how much ISO 9001 consulting costs, so let’s work this out.
Six Weeks in the Life of Oxebridge – Peru Edition
What happens when Oxebridge’s Chris Paris is back in Peru, working remotely. Also, Christmas!
QSE Academy Stole Oxebridge Template Kits, Markets Services Using Stolen Identity
The consulting firm stole the free Oxebridge template kit and is reselling it for nearly $300, while using stolen photos to represent its staff.
Quality Austria’s Woes Worsen as Akkreditierung Austria Now Faces Investigation
Refusals by the Austrian accreditation body to acknowledge a complaint now put it at the center of an ISO 9001 scandal investigation.
Benefits of ISO 9001, Part 8: Clause 8.4 on Purchasing
Extracting tangible benefits from ISO 9001’s Clause 8.4 on “Control of Externally Provided Processes, Products and Services”
Benefits of ISO 9001, Part 7: Clause 8.3 on Design & Development
Extracting tangible benefits from ISO 9001’s Clause 8.3 on “Design & Development of Products & Services”
Annex L is Toxic to Industry – Here’s Why
A summary of the concerns regarding ISO’s mandatory “Annex L” text for standards.
Article on ISO 9001 in Baltimore Post-Examiner Was A Paid Press Release
An article on ISO 9001 was literally “fake news.”
Benefits of ISO 9001, Part 6: Clause 8.2 on Requirements for Products & Services
Extracting tangible benefits from ISO 9001’s Clause 8.2 on “Requirements for Products & Services”
ISO 27001 Consulting Firm Synoptek Hit With Ransomware
The IT security firm Synoptek claims expertise in ISO 27001, but was subjected to a ransomware attack.
Benefits of ISO 9001, Part 5: Clause 8.1 on Operational Planning
Extracting tangible benefits from ISO 9001’s Clause 8.1 on “Operational Planning and Control”
Benefits of ISO 9001, Part 4: Clause 7 on Support
Extracting tangible benefits from ISO 9001’s Clause 7 “Support”
Benefits of ISO 9001, Part 3: Clause 6 on Planning
Extracting tangible benefits from ISO 9001’s Clause 6 “Resources”
Benefits of ISO 9001, Part 2: Clause 5 on Leadership
Extracting tangible benefits from ISO 9001’s Clause 5 on “Leadership”
Members Petition ASQ to “Reverse Harm” Caused by Draconian Policies, Financial Mismanagement
Members are circulating a petition to correct damage done by years of harsh policies and financial mismanagement.
Benefits of ISO 9001, Part 1: Clause 4 on Context of the Organization
Extracting tangible benefits from ISO 9001’s Clause 4 “Context of the Organization”
How Accreditation Bodies Could Stop One Illegal CB Practice Overnight
Auditors falsifying actual audit duration is theft, and could easily by shut down by Accreditation Bodies.
Implementing Human Factors in Aerospace Manufacturing
Oxebridge provides guidance on implementing Human Factors controls in an aerospace manufacturing environment.
RMC Refuses to Take Up Official Complaint Re: Auditor Falsifying Aerospace Credentials
The Registration Management Committee is refusing to take up a complaint filed with it against Probitas, the AS9100 auditor certification body.
Complaint Against ANAB, NQA Finally Acknowledged by Regional Accreditation Group
The regional accreditation body IAAC will take up a complaint regarding ANAB’s decision to allow NQA representative to threaten a company for hiring Oxebridge.
Complaint Escalated Against Quality Austria, Cites Violations of Eighteen ISO 17021 Accreditation Rules
A complaint against Quality Austria has been escalated to its accreditation body Akkreditierung Austria, citing violations of 18 different ISO 17021 clauses.
Source of Boeing Defective Wing Slats Revealed, Holds AS9100 from Bureau Veritas
Southwest United Industries has been identified by the FAA as responsible for defective Boeing 737 slat tracks, yet holds AS9100 certification from Bureau Veritas.
Greek Accreditation Body Clears CB in Oxebridge Investigation, Provides No Evidence
The Greek accreditation body ESYD has cleared the registrar BQC of violating ISO 17021, but has not clarified how this decision was reached.
Oxebridge Launches “The Auditor” Comic Strip
Oxebridge has launched “The Auditor,” a semi-regular comic strip about the wonderful world of ISO 9001 auditing.
Prosegur Hacked Worldwide, Yet Holds ISO 27001 Info Security Certification
Prosegur suffered a ransomware attack, despite ISO 27001 certification attesting to the company’s information security systems.
Confirmed: Quality Austria Knew of Conflicts of Interest in Qatar Affecting Over 100 Companies
New evidence shows Quality Austria was actively marketing its services to clients of a Qatar consulting company operated by its own employees.
New Standard on Brand Evaluation Represents More Advice ISO Isn’t Using
ISO has published ISO 20671 on “Brand Evaluation,” and it represents everything that ISO doesn’t do for its own brand.
Oxebridge Founder Receives Award from National Peruvian Police
Oxebridge founder Christopher Paris has received an award of recognition for its support of the Policía Nacional del Perú.
Six Weeks in the Life of Oxebridge
What working as a consultant for Oxebridge looks like during a six-week period.
