ISO 9001 Document Control Audits: What Auditors Look For & How to Prepare
When it comes to maintaining ISO 9001 certification, organizations often find that document control is one of the most challenging areas during audits. Despite being a fundamental requirement, many businesses still struggle to demonstrate effective control over their documented information. For auditors, this is a focal point because documentation is the backbone of a quality management system (QMS). In this blog, we’ll explore why ISO 9001 Document Control is so critical, what auditors typically look for during an assessment, common pitfalls organizations encounter, and practical ways to prepare. We’ll also highlight the role of ISO 9001 Training in helping employees and managers succeed during audits. Why Document Control Matters in ISO 9001 Clause 7.5 of ISO 9001:2015 outlines requirements for documented information. This includes both the creation and updating of documents as well as their control. The rationale is simple: without controlled documents, it’s nearly impos...