--- title: The Benefits of New ISO 9001:2015 Standards description: ISO 9001:2015 standards now apply to a broader variety of businesses and focus on management processes and improved performance, leading to better efficiency. image: https://www.teamacuity.biz/hubfs/Canva%20images/Canva%20Design%20DAFxiWf0q5w.png --- Learn more about how to choose the right ERP with our ERP Evaluations Series. [Learn More.](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog) [![logo-top](https://www.teamacuity.biz/hs-fs/hub/420229/file-1511926966.png?width=166&height=89&name=file-1511926966.png "logo-top")](https://www.teamacuity.biz) - [Home](https://www.teamacuity.biz/) - Software - [SAP Business One](https://www.teamacuity.biz/sap-business-one) - [SAP Business One and AWS](https://www.teamacuity.biz/sap-business-one-and-aws) - [Wisys Supply Chain Management](https://www.teamacuity.biz/wisys) - Services - [Success Methodology](https://www.teamacuity.biz/success-methodology) - [Consulting](https://www.teamacuity.biz/consulting) - [On-Going Support](https://www.teamacuity.biz/ongoing-support) - About - [About Acuity](https://www.teamacuity.biz/about-acuity) - [Careers](https://www.teamacuity.biz/careers) - [Resources](https://www.teamacuity.biz/resources-section) - [Resources](https://www.teamacuity.biz/resources-section) - [Blog](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog) - [Contact](https://www.teamacuity.biz/contact-us) [![logo-top](https://www.teamacuity.biz/hs-fs/hub/420229/file-1511926966.png?width=166&height=89&name=file-1511926966.png "logo-top")](https://www.teamacuity.biz) [![logo-top](https://www.teamacuity.biz/hs-fs/hub/420229/file-1511926966.png?width=166&height=89&name=file-1511926966.png "logo-top")](https://www.teamacuity.biz) - [Home](https://www.teamacuity.biz/) - Software - [SAP Business One](https://www.teamacuity.biz/sap-business-one) - [SAP Business One and AWS](https://www.teamacuity.biz/sap-business-one-and-aws) - [Wisys Supply Chain Management](https://www.teamacuity.biz/wisys) - Services - [Success Methodology](https://www.teamacuity.biz/success-methodology) - [Consulting](https://www.teamacuity.biz/consulting) - [On-Going Support](https://www.teamacuity.biz/ongoing-support) - About - [About Acuity](https://www.teamacuity.biz/about-acuity) - [Careers](https://www.teamacuity.biz/careers) - [Resources](https://www.teamacuity.biz/resources-section) - [Resources](https://www.teamacuity.biz/resources-section) - [Blog](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog) - [Contact](https://www.teamacuity.biz/contact-us) [![logo-top](https://www.teamacuity.biz/hs-fs/hub/420229/file-1511926966.png?width=166&height=89&name=file-1511926966.png "logo-top")](https://www.teamacuity.biz) [ISO](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/topic/iso) [ISO 9001](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/topic/iso-9001) # The Benefits of New ISO 9001:2015 Standards By [Joseph Timmins](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/author/joseph-timmins) December 14, 2016 1 Minute Read The ISO 9000 family of quality management standards was designed to help businesses meet customer and stakeholder needs while also addressing legal and regulatory requirements. There have been some recent changes made to the ISO standard. These changes focus on management processes and improved performance achievement. The standards are now applicable to a broader variety of businesses, which should lead to improved efficiency. So, what specific areas are impacted by these changes and what benefits can you derive from them? **Let’s take a look....** ## ![ISO 9001:2015](https://www.teamacuity.biz/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/old%20way%2c%20new%20way.jpg?width=297&name=old%20way%2c%20new%20way.jpg "ISO 9001:2015")Risk Management The new [ISO 9001:2015](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/the-new-iso-90012015-standard) standard introduces a risk-based approach to resource allocation – or that companies should assign limited resources to focus on areas of high concern. Implementing risk-based compliance programs will help identify, monitor, and reduce compliance risks in your operations. ## Business Opportunities Identification Under the new ISO 9001:2015 QMS standard, organizations can easily identify process/ bottom line improvements during risk assessments. ## Increased Leadership Commitment to QMS Operations With greater emphasis now placed on leadership, the new ISO 9001:2015 standard was revised to drive greater involvement from senior managers employing QMS, potentially resulting in highly motivated employees focused on achieving goals and strategic objectives. [![ISO blogs CTA rectangle](https://no-cache.hubspot.com/cta/default/420229/d1b75e48-94a1-424d-9966-f5481ceaa0cc.png)](https://cta-redirect.hubspot.com/cta/redirect/420229/d1b75e48-94a1-424d-9966-f5481ceaa0cc) ## Easy Integration of Management Systems The high-level structure of the new standard, also referred to as Annex SL, makes the integration of two or more management systems easier than ever. ## Increased Competitive Advantage With its new enhancements and improved structure, the new ISO 9001:2015 standard will boost customer confidence in certified organizations, making these businesses the preferred partner of choice. Is your business ISO certified? The experts at Acuity would love to discuss how our ERP systems work hand-in-hand with compliance. Your business goals with the additional benefits of implementing the new ISO 9001:2015 standard will put your business ahead of the pack. [Contact us](https://www.teamacuity.biz/contact) today for more information. #### Joseph Timmins Author ## Recommended For You [![](https://www.teamacuity.biz/hubfs/Images/Colleagues%20standing%20in%20a%20data%20center%20in%20front%20of%20drawings%20of%20charts.jpeg)](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/decisions-based-on-data-not-alternative-facts) [lean manufacturing](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/topic/lean-manufacturing) 1 Min Read ### [Decisions Based on Data – Not Alternative Facts](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/decisions-based-on-data-not-alternative-facts) [Joseph Timmins March 7, 2017](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/author/joseph-timmins) [![](https://www.teamacuity.biz/hubfs/Canva%20images/Canva%20Design%20DAFxiez3Q04.png)](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/conducting-levelized-production-in-a-lean-environment) [lean manufacturing](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/topic/lean-manufacturing) [lean](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/topic/lean) 2 Min Read ### [Conducting Levelized Production in a Lean Environment](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/conducting-levelized-production-in-a-lean-environment) [Joseph Timmins March 2, 2017](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/author/joseph-timmins) [![Custom Programs versus Process Discipline in the ERP world](https://www.teamacuity.biz/hubfs/Multiethnic%20group%20of%20young%20people%20sitting%20in%20conference%20room%20and%20brainstorming%20on%20business%20meeting.jpeg)](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/custom-programs-versus-process-discipline-in-the-erp-world) 2 Min Read ### [Custom Programs versus Process Discipline in the ERP world](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/custom-programs-versus-process-discipline-in-the-erp-world) [Joseph Timmins January 11, 2023](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog/author/joseph-timmins) ![logo-top](https://www.teamacuity.biz/hs-fs/hub/420229/file-1511926966.png) 125 Whipple Street Providence, Rhode Island 02908 [401.243.8480](tel:401-243-8480) 877.361.6534 [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com) [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com) [Follow us on Twitter](https://www.twitter.com) [Follow us on Instagram](https://www.instagram.com) - [Home](https://www.teamacuity.biz/) - Software - [SAP Business One](https://www.teamacuity.biz/sap-business-one) - [SAP Business One and AWS](https://www.teamacuity.biz/sap-business-one-and-aws) - [Wisys Supply Chain Management](https://www.teamacuity.biz/wisys) - Services - [Success Methodology](https://www.teamacuity.biz/success-methodology) - [Consulting](https://www.teamacuity.biz/consulting) - [On-Going Support](https://www.teamacuity.biz/ongoing-support) - About - [About Acuity](https://www.teamacuity.biz/about-acuity) - [Careers](https://www.teamacuity.biz/careers) - [Resources](https://www.teamacuity.biz/resources-section) - [Resources](https://www.teamacuity.biz/resources-section) - [Blog](https://www.teamacuity.biz/blog) - [Contact](https://www.teamacuity.biz/contact-us)