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Case Study

ISO 9001 Takes On a New Role – Crime Fighter

Publication:
Quality Progress
Date:
May 2004
Issue:
Volume 37 Issue 5
Pages:
pp. 57-61
Author(s):
Amari, David; James, Don; Marley, Cathy
Organization(s):
Phoenix Police Department, Phoenix, AZ, Business Enterprise Mapping, Scottsdale, AZ, Cathy Jo Marley Communications, Phoenix, AZ

Abstract

In July of 2003 the Phoenix Police Department's Records and Identification Bureau (RIB) became the first law enforcement organization in the U.S. to achieve ISO 9001 registration as a means of reinforcing its reputation as a reliable information provider. Unlike private industry, the RIB serves both internal and external customers who require that information provide be completely accurate. Once ISO 9001 was chosen as a goal, the RIB used process mapping methodology to prepare for registration and identify objectives. Changes made as a result of the mapping have resulted in many positive benefits, including improved communication and greater standardization, efficiency, and job satisfaction.

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