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AS 9100: Aerospace

AS 9100 is an international quality management system standard specifically tailored for the aerospace industry. Based on ISO 9001, it includes additional requirements to ensure safety, reliability, and quality in aerospace manufacturing, maintenance, and services.

 

The standard applies to all organisations within the aerospace supply chain and focuses on risk management, configuration management, and product safety. Compliance with AS 9100 helps organisations demonstrate their commitment to quality and can enhance their competitiveness in the global aerospace market.

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What is AS 9100?

AS 9100 is an international standard that specifies requirements for quality management systems (QMS) within the aerospace industry. It is based on the ISO 9001 standard but includes additional requirements specific to aerospace manufacturing, maintenance, and service providers. AS 9100 aims to ensure that organisations in the aerospace sector consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements, enhancing safety, reliability, and quality in aerospace products and services.

The standard applies to all organisations involved in the aerospace supply chain, including manufacturers, suppliers, and maintenance providers. It covers various aspects, such as risk management, configuration management, and product safety, making it essential for companies looking to improve their quality management processes and demonstrate their commitment to excellence in the aerospace industry. Compliance with AS 9100 can also enhance an organisation's competitiveness and marketability in the global aerospace sector.

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What are the Benefits of AS 9100?

AS 9100 improves your management system processes, enabling your organisation to achieve high-level outputs that consistently meet customer expectations. By establishing structured procedures and clear objectives, organisations can enhance operational efficiency and deliver quality products and services.

The standard facilitates more efficient monitoring of business processes, helping to identify and eliminate inefficiencies. By optimising resource utilisation and implementing continual improvements, organisations can enhance productivity and reduce waste across operations.

AS 9100 ensures that products maintain a consistently high level of quality, safety, and reliability. This focus on quality management instills confidence in customers, ensuring that they receive products that meet stringent aerospace standards.

Implementing AS 9100 helps organisations minimise costs by streamlining operations and reducing waste. These efficiencies can significantly impact the bottom line, contributing positively to the organisation's balance sheet.

The standard helps organisations keep up with high client demands and enhances marketability across the globe. By demonstrating compliance with AS 9100, businesses can differentiate themselves in a competitive marketplace and attract more clients.

AS 9100 eliminates the need for multiple assessments associated with the aviation industry, reducing operational disruptions and associated costs. By consolidating audits and assessments, organisations can save time and resources while maintaining compliance with industry standards.

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Steps to getting AS 9100 certification

With our excellent support and guidance you can rest assure that your AS 9100 certification will be successful.

1. Initial Consultation

We help you outline your goals, focusing on what your business wants to achieve and how it defines success, particularly in relation to your client’s requirements. You and your ISO consultants will agree on reasonable outcomes and delivery dates.

2. Producing System Documentation

Next, the IMSM consultant will audit your existing procedures and help you document the new systems that will help deliver success – both existing and how you will improve these. The manual system documentation sets out how your business should operate going forward so that it can deliver AS 9100.
You will be able to view the manual system documentation, along with most other relevant documentation, on our client portal IMSMLoop. It offers a comprehensive insight into the progress of your ISO implementation, along with copies of the relevant audit reports, certifications, and any necessary corrective actions. The portal serves as a central hub for tracking your ISO journey.

3. AS 9100 Framework Adoption

While the manual is a vital document moving forward, it is even more important that it gets put to practical use. We work with the senior management team to ensure the framework is embedded throughout your organisation. We can also develop and deliver tailored training for staff to ensure that the understanding and implementation of AS 9100 is watertight. This will create consistency across your organisation, transforming your business from day one so it is optimised for efficiency, continual improvement, and greater profitability.

4. Submission to External Auditor

Before you can be awarded the certification, your organisation applies to the third-party certifying body that you have selected to conduct your audit. This audit objectively determines whether your business conforms to AS 9100, and the relevant accompanying documentation is accessible through our client portal, IMSMLoop.
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Why choose IMSM?

Simple: We make it simple. Since 1994, we've helped businesses achieve ISO certification, with over 150 experts worldwide and 15,000+ clients trusting us to implement their ISOs. We've proven to be experts at handling the logistical heavy lifting, saving your company valuable time.

With a transparent fixed fee, flexible approach, and real-time access to updates, documentation, and an array of other features through IMSMLoop, we collaborate with your organisation to make any ISO implementation as straightforward and beneficial as possible.

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Getting started with ISO certification might seem daunting; this is often the reason why businesses enlist the help of an ISO consultant. For 30 years, we've supported and guided organisations like yours through certification. Our experienced consultants take the lead on auditing your business, helping you use the results to enhance your quality management system. If necessary, there is also plenty of room for training.

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AS 9100: Frequently Asked Questions

Who can benefit from AS 9100 certification?
Any organisation involved in the aerospace supply chain can benefit from AS 9100 certification, including manufacturers, suppliers, and maintenance providers. The standard helps these organisations improve their quality management processes, enhance product safety and reliability, and demonstrate their commitment to quality to customers and regulatory bodies.
What are the primary requirements of ISO 9001?
The ISO 9001 standard is very flexible regarding what information it requires. We split these into documents and records and provide them to you on our client portal; you can learn more about what is mandatory on our blog.
What is the process for maintaining AS 9100 certification?
o maintain AS 9100 certification, organisations must conduct regular internal audits, implement continual improvements, and ensure ongoing compliance with the standard's requirements. Additionally, certified organisations undergo periodic surveillance audits by the certification body to verify that they continue to meet AS 9100 standards.
How do I get AS 9100 certified?
To achieve AS 9100 certification, an organisation should first implement a quality management system that meets the standard's requirements. Next, conduct internal audits to assess compliance, choose an accredited certification body, and undergo an external audit. Once all requirements are met, the organisation will be granted certification, demonstrating its commitment to quality in the aerospace industry.
How does AS 9100 relate to other ISO standards?
AS 9100 is based on ISO 9001, which focuses on quality management systems applicable across various industries. AS 9100 builds upon these principles by adding specific requirements tailored to the aerospace sector, addressing factors such as risk management, product safety, and regulatory compliance, thereby ensuring a more robust quality management approach for aerospace organisations.
What is the current version of AS 9100?
The current version is AS 9100:2016, which was published in September 2016. This version incorporates the requirements of ISO 9001:2015 and includes additional aerospace-specific requirements related to quality management systems. AS 9100:2016 focuses on improving quality and safety in aerospace manufacturing, maintenance, and service provision. It is essential for organisations in the aerospace industry to adhere to this version to ensure compliance with the latest quality management practices and standards.
Is AS 9100 a legal requirement?
AS 9100 is not a legal requirement; it is a voluntary standard that organisations in the aerospace industry can choose to adopt. However, many aerospace companies, customers, and regulatory authorities often require compliance with AS 9100 as part of their contractual agreements or quality assurance processes. Adopting AS 9100 can enhance an organisation's credibility, improve product quality and safety, and facilitate access to new markets and opportunities within the aerospace sector. Therefore, while it is not mandated by law, achieving AS 9100 certification is highly beneficial for businesses operating in the aerospace industry.
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