Top management and QMS implementation

My question is, Is there any requirement in ISO 9001:2015 standard that QMS manager reporting should be to the top management neither to any specific department head?”

Answer:

There is no requirement in ISO 9001:2015 about responsibilities and roles in the implementation phase. ISO 9001:2015 requires that management system leadership is a top management responsibility. If top management is not involved in the implementation phase it may be difficult, not impossible, to evidence knowing and leading the management system.

The following material will provide you information about top management responsibility:

- ISO 9001 – How to comply with new leadership requirements in ISO 9001:2015 https://advisera.com/9001academy/knowledgebase/how-to-comply-with-new-leadership-requirements-in-iso-90012015/
- free online training ISO 9001:2015 Foundations Co urse – https://advisera.com/training/iso-9001-foundations-course/
- book - Discover ISO 9001:2015 Through Practical Examples - https://advisera.com/books/discover-iso-9001-2015-through-practical-examples/