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EPISODE · Mar 18, 2026 · 18 MIN

Episode 9 - S4 -ISO 9001 What is the Certification Audit?

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In this episode of The Quality Hub: Chatting with ISO Experts, host Xavier Francis sits down with consultant Bree Bailey to demystify the ISO 9001 certification audit and take the fear out of the word “audit.” From what a certification audit actually is, to how Stage 1 and Stage 2 work, what auditors are really looking for, and how findings are handled, Bree walks listeners through the entire process in a clear, practical, and reassuring way. Whether you’re new to ISO 9001, preparing for your first certification audit, or heading into recertification, this conversation breaks down the structure, expectations, and purpose of the audit so you know exactly what to expect—and how to be successful.   Helpful Resources: How is ISO 9001 Implemented?:  https://www.thecoresolution.com/how-is-iso-9001-implemented For All Things ISO 9001:2015: https://www.thecoresolution.com/iso-9001-2015 Contact us at 866.354.0300 or email us at [email protected] A Plethora of Articles: https://www.thecoresolution.com/free-learning-resources ISO 9001 Consulting: https://www.thecoresolution.com/iso-consulting

In this episode of The Quality Hub: Chatting with ISO Experts, host Xavier Francis sits down with consultant Bree Bailey to demystify the ISO 9001 certification audit and take the fear out of the word “audit.” From what a certification audit actually is, to how Stage 1 and Stage 2 work, what auditors are really looking for, and how findings are handled, Bree walks listeners through the entire process in a clear, practical, and reassuring way. Whether you’re new to ISO 9001, preparing for your first certification audit, or heading into recertification, this conversation breaks down the structure, expectations, and purpose of the audit so you know exactly what to expect—and how to be successful.   Helpful Resources: How is ISO 9001 Implemented?:  https://www.thecoresolution.com/how-is-iso-9001-implemented For All Things ISO 9001:2015: https://www.thecoresolution.com/iso-9001-2015 Contact us at 866.354.0300 or email us at [email protected] A Plethora of Articles: https://www.thecoresolution.com/free-learning-resources ISO 9001 Consulting: https://www.thecoresolution.com/iso-consulting

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