Beyond compliance : leveraging AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 audit findings for continual improvement /

Beyond Compliance is more than just another quality management guide-it's a powerful, practicaldmap for aerospace, defense, and manufacturing organizations committed to excellence through AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 standards. Every year, thousands of companies face audits. And every audit reveal...

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Main Author: Kannattumadom, Thomas (Author)
Corporate Author: Knovel (Firm)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: [United States] : SAE International, [2025]
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Summary:Beyond Compliance is more than just another quality management guide-it's a powerful, practicaldmap for aerospace, defense, and manufacturing organizations committed to excellence through AS9100D and ISO 9001:2015 standards. Every year, thousands of companies face audits. And every audit reveals something: nonconformities, gaps, or hidden inefficiencies. These findings can be brushed aside--or they can become the spark for meaningful change. This book shows you how to choose the latter. Drawing on decades of real-world auditing, consulting, and industry experience, the author presents 137 real case studies--true stories from actual audits that uncover critical lessons and opportunities. Each scenario is designed to engage, educate, and equip you with practical insights you can apply immediately to your own processes. Beyond Compliance challenges the idea that audits are just about passing or failing. Instead, it presents a new mindset: audits are not the end--they're the beginning of continuous improvement and cultural transformation. Whether you're preparing for your next certification audit, managing findings, or simply striving to improve your quality system, this book offers the tools, perspective, and inspiration you need. Turn audit findings into your organization's greatest asset--and build a foundation for lasting success.
Physical Description:1 online resource
ISBN:9781468609677
146860967X
9781468609684
1468609688