vulnerability

weakness that can be exploited to cause harm [cited from ISO 19650-5:2020(en), 3.15]

single source of truth

In AEC industry with reference to information systems management, the single source of truth refers to Common Data Environment (CDE) The single source of truth is a method of structuring information models and related CDE in such a way that every data element is stored exactly once. Any possible links to this data element (perhaps […]

efficiency

correlation between the outcome and the resources used a measure of the utilization of resources to realize a given objective Note 1 to entry: An activity is efficient if it minimizes the use of resources, or produces better performance with the same resources. [SOURCE: ISO 11620:2014, definition 3.16]ISO 5127:2017(en), 3.1.3.04 output work divided by input work [ ISO […]

Quality Assurance (QA)

Quality assurance (QA) is the action or process of verification that a requirement in terms of quality is being met. Managing the quality involves planning, establishing a workflow for fulfilling, and systematic monitoring of different aspects of a service or activities. [source: the balance small business ] Quality assurance is the action or process of […]

Quality Planning (QP)

Quality Planning (QP) is a framework which specifies quality standards, practices, resources, and the sequence of activities The quality plan should define:[1] Objectives to be achieved A workflow that represents the operating practice or procedures of the organization Allocation of responsibilities, authority, and resources Documented standards, practices, procedures, and instructions Audit programs at appropriate stages […]

Quality Control

Quality control indicates an operational activity within the process, while quality assurance focuses on constructing confidence that quality requirements will be met. Quality is incorporated into production and verified during production and is, therefore, a key element of quality management and an essential part of daily activities within an operational unit. [1] The quality management […]

ISO 19650 Framework

The ISO 19650 framework is generally aimed for information management. The individual standards do not cover the whole area of quality management but instead point out to other standards suggesting that the ISO 19650 framework can benefit from a systematic approach detailed within other standards listed below. In Architecture Engineering and Construction (AEC) industry the […]

BS EN ISO 9001:2015

Quality management systems Requirements ISO 9001 is a set of quality management principles defined by various criteria and standards. It outlines the importance of defining a quality management system (QMS) that focuses on the customer, improvement, and optimization of the organisation’s management processes. [1] An organization with ISO 9001 certification can be expected to offer […]

BS EN ISO IEC 27000:2020

Information technology – Security techniques – Information security management systems – Overview and vocabulary ISO 27000 is derived from the British Standard 7799, published in 1995 in three parts: BS-7799, ISO-17799 and ISO/IEC 27001. The first part of BS7799, which dealt with best practices in information security, was included in ISO 17799. Part two, entitled […]

BS ISO 55000:2014

Asset management Overview principles and terminology The ISO 55000 standard integrates with other essential management systems by outlining definitions and terminologies for asset management. Published under the International Organization for Standardization of Management Systems (ISO) standards, it contains technical specifications and a set of guidelines for its use. It is the first management system standard […]