ISO/IEC 17025
Laboratory competence and quality
Data Integrity in Testing Laboratories – More Than Just Good Documentation
A laboratory result may ultimately appear as a single number on a report. But how many steps did that number…
Read moreMethod Validation vs Method Verification – Understanding the Difference in ISO/IEC 17025
Method validation and method verification are two terms frequently used in testing laboratories—and sometimes used interchangeably. They should not be.…
Read moreQuality Assurance vs Quality Control – Understanding the Difference in Testing Laboratories
Quality Assurance and Quality Control are terms used constantly in testing laboratories. They are sometimes treated as interchangeable concepts, but…
Read moreProficiency Testing – What It Really Tells You About Your Laboratory
For many laboratories, proficiency testing (PT) is a routine part of maintaining accreditation. A PT sample arrives, testing is completed,…
Read moreEnvironmental Management in Laboratories – Preparing for ISO 14001:2026
Introduction Many laboratories already operate under rigorous quality systems. They maintain accreditation, follow validated methods, participate in proficiency testing, and…
Read moreIntegrated Management Systems – How to Combine ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and Laboratory Standards Effectively
Introduction Many organizations operate under multiple standards, most commonly: ISO 9001 ISO 14001 ISO 45001 Laboratories often extend this further…
Read moreControl of Nonconforming Work – A Practical Laboratory Approach
Introduction Control of nonconforming work is a key requirement of ISO/IEC 17025. Nonconforming work occurs when: Results are incorrect or…
Read moreKey Differences Between ISOIEC 17025 and TNI 2016 (What Laboratories Need to Know)
Introduction Many environmental laboratories operate under both ISO/IEC 17025 and TNI 2016. While these standards share a common goal —…
Read moreControl of Data and Information in Laboratories – Beyond Compliance
Introduction Control of data and information is a fundamental requirement of ISO/IEC 17025, TNI 2016, and DoD/DoE QSM. Laboratories rely…
Read moreMethod Validation vs Verification: A Practical Guide for Laboratories
Introduction Method validation and verification are essential components of ISO/IEC 17025. They ensure that laboratory methods produce accurate, reliable, and…
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