A benefit of the ISO 9000 series of specifications is that purchasers may accept ISO 9001

certifications, minimizing additional surveys. ISO 9001 is the standard within the ISO 9000 family that

specifies the requirements for a quality management system (QMS) that an organization must fulfill

to demonstrate its ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and

regulatory requirements1. ISO 9001 certification is a third-party verification that an organization has

implemented and maintained a QMS that conforms to the ISO 9001 standard2. By obtaining ISO 9001

certification, an organization can provide objective evidence of its quality performance to its

customers, suppliers, regulators, and other stakeholders3. This can reduce the need for additional

audits or surveys by the purchasers, as they can rely on the ISO 9001 certification as a proof of

quality assurance4. This can save time, money, and resources for both the purchasers and the

suppliers, as well as improve their trust and confidence in each other5.

Reference: 1: ISO 9000 Vs. 9001 3 2: ISO 9000 Standard: Benefits, How to Achieve 4 3: The Ultimate

Guide to ISO 9000 5 4: ISO 9000 Certification Guide 1 5: ISO - Selection and use of the ISO 9000 family

of standards 6