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Comparing ISO 9001 to ISO 14001

How does ISO 14001 compare to ISO 9001?

ISO 9001 is a Quality Management System (QMS) which gives organizations a systematic approach for meeting customer objectives (providing consistent quality). FREE ISO 9001 Tutorial

ISO 14001 is an Environmental Management System (EMS) which provides a system for measuring and improving an organization's environmental impact. FREE ISO 14001 Tutorial

They share several requirements and the goal of contiual improvement, but also differ in their approach and degree of prescription.

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"Comparing ISO 9001 & ISO 14001"

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