Typical scope
- Review agreed QMS documents and records
- Discuss relevant processes with designated personnel
- Compare available evidence with the agreed assessment scope
- Organize observed gaps and implementation priorities
Understand the current state
See where your QMS stands — and where work remains.
A structured assessment for manufacturers that need a clearer view of their current quality system before implementation work or certification preparation continues.
The problem it solves
Turn an unclear QMS need into a defined piece of work.
Teams may have procedures and records without a reliable understanding of how the system fits together or where meaningful gaps remain.
Best fit
Designed for a specific stage of implementation or maintenance.
Manufacturers with an existing partial or mature QMS that need prioritized, evidence‑based next steps.
Potential deliverables
A documented assessment of observed gaps and prioritized next steps. The review method, evidence set, and report format are defined in the proposal.
Delivery approachRemote assessment is available. Any onsite work, travel boundary, and evidence access are confirmed in the proposal.
What the customer provides
- Current QMS documents and relevant records
- Access to appropriate process information and personnel
- The intended assessment scope
- Timely responses to information requests
Not included unless expressly scoped
- A certification audit or findings issued on behalf of a certification body
- Certification or a guaranteed certification outcome
- The official ISO standard
- Remediation work unless separately scoped
- Guaranteed onsite delivery
Important boundary
Sentinel supports implementation and readiness — not certification decisions.
Sentinel is independent, is not ISO, a registrar, or a certification body, and does not issue or guarantee certification. Customers should obtain an authorized copy of the applicable official ISO standard.
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