This standard provides guidance on selecting a quality management system consultant. It will be invaluable to organizations by enabling them to choose a consultant who is able to meet their specific needs, expectations and objectives. The effectiveness of the consultant will have an impact on the QMS which, in turn, will affect the performance of the organization. The standard covers topics such as the selection process, ethical considerations, and the consultant's contract. The main target is SME's who are or may consider implementing a QMS and therefore has considerable sales potential over a wide range of sectors. Consulting organizations themselves will also be interested.

Cross References:
ISO 9000:2000
ISO 9001
ISO 9004
ISO 10002
ISO 10005
ISO 10006
ISO 10007
ISO 10012
ISO/TR 10013
ISO/TR 10014
ISO 10015
ISO/TR 10017
ISO 19011
ISO/IEC Guide 62
ISO 9000