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Processes definition

Discussion in 'ISO 9001:2015 - Quality Management Systems' started by OFDOBAIDI, Feb 21, 2018.

  1. OFDOBAIDI

    OFDOBAIDI Member

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    Dear all,
    Do ISO 9001:2005 have specific definition for key processes and sub-process?

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    Qualmx Well-Known Member

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    Only refers processes
     
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    Sorry what do you mean of refers processes?
     
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    Andy Nichols Moderator Staff Member

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    You should obtain a copy of ISO 9000 which is the vocabulary document (normative reference) for ISO 9001
     
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    Andy Nichols Moderator Staff Member

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    It doesn't define anything. It's a requirements document.
     
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    I have ISO 9000:2005 but no definition for key process & sub-process.
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    ISO 9000:2015 defines Process in 3.4.1, I believe.

    As for defining key processes and sub-processes, are you looking for specific examples of what a key process is versus a sub-process? If so, you will not necessarily find this in the Standard, as it can vary between organizations.
     
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    Yes, but also I need the definitions for reference.
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  9. Andy Nichols

    Andy Nichols Moderator Staff Member

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    Why? A process is a process is a process. Where it sits in a hierarchy doesn't change the fact that a process takes inputs and turns them into outputs. It doesn't require over analysis.
     
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    Again - ISO 9000:2015 defines Process in 3.4.1, I believe.

    As for 'key' versus 'sub', this is not something the standard will define as it more than likely varies on the organization. What is 'key' for one organization, may be 'sub' for another, but as Andy replied, they're both still processes, with inputs, activities, and outputs.
     
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    Side question: In my organization they use the word equipment and process interchangeably. In other words, equipment is also a process. To me this simply doesn't make sense, although I can see how equipment turns inputs into outputs.

    Thoughts? Maybe this is just a different way of looking at things?
     
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    The "process" is what the machine/equipment does. Sort of shorthand - but can be misleading.
     
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    So if I were doing an IQOQ on a piece of equipment, I should do a pfmea? I typically think of IQOQs as standalone, in other words we need to meet the requirements of the process, but the actual process isn't factored in yet. (deviations in procedures, human factors, materials ect)

    IQ - The vacuum turns on
    OQ - The vacuum pulls at the required spec
    PQ- The vacuum sufficiently holds down my part
     
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    Candi, I think this question warrants it's own thread. I can't guarantee you'll get a response, but your ask does seem to be off-topic from the original question of this thread and it may be missed by QFO members if it's "hidden" in here.
     
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    There is some example. The yellow one is maybe core/key process, others/A0,A1,A4/ are support processes. Then you divide these processes into the sub-steps/sub-processes. to make furniture that process maybe divide into sub-processes that are preparing, combining, pasting, painting, quality checking and packaging. And you can see http://www.syque.com/quality_tools/toolbook/IDEF0/how.htm
    I'm not native english sorry
    Hope helpful OFDOBAIDI

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    I don't agree with this flowchart at all, if anything it's muddying up the processes.

    I have a sequence interaction chart and then flowcharts for all my separate processes.
     
  17. Andy Nichols

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    It does have some incorrect flows, but in essence I'd take it as a place to start.
     
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