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ISO Certification Through the Lens of Cultural Evolution
Introduction This article draws on the whitepaper "Developing Adaptive Organisations Through Leadership & Culture" by Adaptive Cultures (revised 2024) . The paper presents a comprehensive framework for understanding how organisational cultures evolve through distinct stages, from impulse-oriented and compliant-dependent cultures through to achievement, collaborative growth, and co-creation cultures. The Core Problem Most ISO implementations fail to deliver their full potenti

Armin Honarasa
Jan 139 min read


The QMS Manual Is Dead. Here’s What Actually Works in 2026.
Forget 200-page binders and “ copy–paste procedures. ” Businesses want systems people actually use, not documents that collect dust. Introduction: The Death of the QMS Manual Let’s be honest: nobody has ever sat down on a Sunday morning with a cup of coffee and said, “I’m really in the mood to read our QMS Manual today.” Yet for decades, businesses were told they must create huge manuals full of clauses, templates, and text that nobody reads or uses. In 2026, that thinking

Armin Honarasa
Nov 18, 20253 min read


Does ISO 9001 cover health and safety?
Does ISO 9001 Include Health and Safety? It’s a question that we are asked often: “If my business is ISO 9001 certified, does that mean...

Armin Honarasa
Jul 17, 20252 min read


ISO 42001 Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS)
"As AI continues to reshape industries, how can organisations ensure responsible and ethical AI management?" The world has had one of...

Armin Honarasa
Apr 22, 20253 min read


ISO Annual Audit: How to be prepared and what records are required?
Achieving ISO certification is not the end of the journey but just the beginning. Once your organisation becomes ISO certified, more...

Armin Honarasa
Mar 31, 20253 min read


Climate Change Amendments to ISO standards, what we know and what to do
Understanding new Climate Change Amendment to ISO standards.

Armin Honarasa
Dec 16, 20243 min read


Case Study: RAHNA Manufacturing Company: how implementing ISO 9001 can lead to improved customer satisfaction
Case Study: RAHNA Manufacturing Company * Background: RAHNA Manufacturing is a medium-sized company producing electronic components for...

Sara Flemington
Aug 24, 20242 min read


Value Innovation, the way forward! How utilise ISO 9001 to achieve this?
Innovation is a big topic for contemporary organisations if they want to stay ahead of the competition and go through instabilities...

Armin Honarasa
May 3, 20243 min read


ISO Certification for service providers; Why and How?
Despite some common belief that ISO Certifications are only for product-based or manufacturing businesses, many service businesses also...

Sara Flemington
Feb 22, 20242 min read


What is ISO Certification process in Australia?
What exactly is ISO certification, and why should you go through the process? Simply put, it's a way of ensuring that your organisation...

Armin Honarasa
Dec 1, 20235 min read


Selecting a ISO Certification Body in Melbourne: How to select one?
There are several ISO certification bodies in Melbourne, Australia. ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certification...

Armin Honarasa
Nov 1, 20233 min read


How to write a Quality Manual (QMS) for ISO 9001? With Examples (complete guide)
Learn how to write your own ISO 9001 QMS with this detailed step by step guide. Easy to follow with examples of each step.

Armin Honarasa
Oct 24, 20237 min read


Quality Management System (QMS) can change your Organizational Culture (ISO 9001:2015)
The implementation of a Quality Management System (QMS) can have a significant impact on organisational culture. A QMS establishes a set...

Armin Honarasa
Oct 5, 20232 min read
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