The performance of typical ISO 9001 registrars has devolved to a point where suggesting that value can be gained from a registrar is now a joke. For example, the following exchange occurred during a preparation session for state quality award examiners:

Speaker - "The topic is how your registrar can help you get the most from your ISO 9001 registration."

Audience Member - "Isn't that an oxymoron?" (Insert round of laughter here.)

Registrars are generally considered useless, even among seasoned quality professionals who understand the benefits of effective process auditing.

ISO 9001 registrars have earned a reputation for clueless auditing, applying arbitrary requirements, presenting unclear findings, and practicing poor process control and administration.

If you chuckle at the thought of your registrar adding value to your management system, you need a new registrar.

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