Understand the context
Understand the organisation’s telecommunications products, services and supply-chain role.
TELECOMMUNICATIONS QUALITY MANAGEMENT
TL 9000 is a quality management system requirements and measurement framework developed for the telecommunications industry and its supply chain.
01 / Understanding the framework
TL 9000 is a quality management system requirements and measurement framework developed for the telecommunications industry and its supply chain.
The requirements and practical arrangements should be interpreted in relation to the organisation’s activities, scope, interested parties, applicable obligations and intended outcomes. The appropriate standard edition and any sector-specific requirements should be confirmed before implementation planning.
02 / Key considerations
The following areas commonly require attention. Their relevance and depth depend on the selected framework and the organisation’s scope.
Understand the organisation’s telecommunications products, services and supply-chain role.
Identify applicable TL 9000 requirements and measurement obligations.
Align quality processes, customer requirements and relevant performance data.
Prepare the management system for the applicable assessment and reporting arrangements.
03 / A considered journey
A proportionate plan should be agreed after understanding the organisation’s scope, current practices and intended outcomes. These stages are indicative, not a guaranteed timeline or outcome.
Understand activities, boundaries, interested parties and applicable requirements.
Identify existing controls, strengths, gaps and priorities relevant to the intended framework.
Agree responsibilities and develop or improve processes and documented information where needed.
Use appropriate monitoring, internal evaluation and management review to identify improvement needs.
Address findings and understand the independent assessment or accreditation route where applicable.
04 / Scope and responsibilities
Applicable TL 9000 requirements, measurement categories and assessment arrangements should be verified against the current scheme documentation.
Any engagement scope, delivery arrangements, consultant qualifications and applicable credentials must be confirmed before they are represented as part of a service offer.
05 / Frequently asked questions
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