Executive Understanding is a modular course that can be customized to fit an organization’s needs. Intended for executives and upper level management to see the big picture of implementing the ISO 17025 standard, its impacts, benefits, and requirements. Available modules include: Executive Briefing, Describing the System, Factors for Successful Implementation, QMS Requirements Overview and Planning for Implementation.
Length: Variable Prerequisites: None
Available Modules: Learning Objectives
Module 1: Executive Briefing (2 hours)
- Identify Top management responsibilities
- Quality Management Systems
- Map Processes
- Demonstrate an understanding of the purpose and intent of the Standard
Module 2: Describing the System (4 hours)
- Plan responsibilities
- Map the organization utilizing a process based approach
- Analyze a system of processes through the identification and analysis of individual processes
- Create Turtle diagrams
- Demonstrate and understanding of Process Approach
Module 3: Factors for Successful Implementation (1 hour)
- Identify Executive commitment
- Identify Organizational culture
- Resolve Conflict
- Demonstrate skills in problem solving, communication, team and cross functional management implementation
Module 4: QMS Requirements Overview (1-2 hours)
- Demonstrate an understanding of the standard and related requirements
Module 5: Planning for Implementation (1-2 hours)
- Plan Strategically
- Plan Tactics
- Plan Operations
- Analyze the mission
- Set objectives to achieve mission
Plexus Learning Model
Learning is maximized through participation. That is why Plexus training avoids lecture-based teaching and focuses on group activities, case studies and hands-on applications. Learn by doing.
Who Should Attend
- Executives and Upper Level Management
Instructors
Plexus Master Trainers. Plexus Master Trainers train and evaluate:
- ISO 9001:2008, ISO/TS 16949:2009, AS9100, ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management Systems, FSSC 22000:2005 Food Safety, ISO 9001:2008 for Healthcare and ISO 13485:2003 for Medical Devices.
- Plexus trains 3rd party auditors and wrote the materials used to certify all of them
