The changes to the AS9101 requirements for conducting audits of aviation, space and defense aren’t just for the individuals conducting the audits. These changes affect quality managers and how one should prepare for their audits.
The main changes for AS9101:2022 from AS9101:2016 are:
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“Alignment with ISO 19011: AS9101:2022 is now aligned with the latest version of ISO 19011, the international standard for auditing management systems. This alignment ensures that AS9101:2022 is consistent with best practices for auditing and provides a common framework for organizations to use to conduct audits of their QMSs.
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Increased focus on risk: AS9101:2022 places a greater emphasis on risk management. Organizations are now required to identify and assess risks to their QMSs and implement appropriate controls to mitigate those risks. This focus on risk management helps organizations to improve the effectiveness of their QMSs and reduce the likelihood of nonconformities. Taking the 2-day ISO 31000 Aerospace risk management will help improve your teams skills on the types of risk, identify threats, and implementing a plan of action.
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Enhanced requirements for competence: AS9101:2022 has enhanced requirements for the competence of auditors. Auditors are now required to have a comprehensive understanding of the AS9100 family of standards and the ability to apply those standards to the audit process. This enhanced focus on competence helps to ensure that audits are conducted effectively and that the results of audits are reliable. Getting your team trained will help prove to the registrar auditor your teams competency.
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Improved reporting requirements: AS9101:2022 has improved requirements for the reporting of audit results. Audit reports must now be more comprehensive and include information on the findings of the audit, the conclusions of the auditor, and the recommendations for improvement. This improved reporting helps organizations to take corrective action to address nonconformities and improve the effectiveness of their QMSs.
Overall, AS9101:2022 is a significant revision of the standard that provides organizations with a more modern and effective framework for auditing their QMSs. The changes in the standard are designed to help organizations improve the effectiveness of their QMSs, reduce the likelihood of nonconformities, and improve the safety and quality of their products and services.
In addition to the key changes listed above, there are a number of other minor changes in AS9101:2022. These changes include:
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Clarified requirements for the planning of audits
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Updated terminology to reflect the latest industry practices
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Added requirements for the use of electronic audit tools
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Added requirements for the management of audit records
Organizations that are currently certified to AS9101:2016 will have three years to transition to AS9101:2022. During this transition period, organizations can continue to use the AS9101:2016 standard, but they are encouraged to begin planning for the transition to AS9101:2022.
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