AS 9100 AEROSPACE QUALITY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

AS 9100 Requirements

The organization shall

• Identify the processes of the organization & interaction of these processes,
• Determine operational controls to ensure processes are effective,
• Ensure the availability of adequate resources and information,
• Monitor, measure and analyse processes, and
• Implement necessary actions to achieve planned objectives and targets.

AS 9100 DOCUMENTATION Requirements

The quality management system documentation shall include

• Quality policy and quality objectives,
• Quality manual,
• Documented procedures and work instructions,
• Documents and records needed for effective implementation of processes,
• Quality requirements by the applicable regulatory authorities.

The extent of AS 9100 documentation may vary from one organization to another due to the:

• Size of organization and type of activities
• Complexity of processes and their interaction
• Competence of personnel

• Policies & objectives set by 'top management'
• Conformance to Legal and Regulatory Requirements
• Controlled consistency of manufactured products
• Managed productivity and efficiency, controlling costs
• Competitive advantage and increased marketing and sales opportunities.
• Improved customer perception of the organization’s image, culture and performance.
• Improved internal and external Communications
• Greater understanding of the organization's processes
• Clear responsibilities and authorities agreed for all staff

• Improved use of time and resources
• Reduced wastage
• Greater consistency and traceability of products and services
• Customer Confidence, Satisfaction and Trust
• Level of Assurance in Organizational Quality
• Organizational Profitability
• Ability to Differentiate Organization for Competitive Advantage
• Organizational Credibility & Reputation

Achievement of certification to AS 9100, 9110 or 9120 demonstrates a consistent approach to the aerospace industry accepted standards.