Case Study: ISO 9001 & ISO 41001 Implementation at Al Naaji International Establishment (AIE), Oman
Client Overview
Al Naaji International Establishment (AIE) is a 10-year-old facility management and manpower supply company based in Muscat, Oman. The company provides manpower services such as cleaning, loading/unloading, and packaging to clients like Areej Vegetable Oils and Derivatives in Rusayl Industrial Area. AIE has a workforce of 250+ employees, including 20 office staff and field workers such as laborers, drivers, foremen, and supervisors.
Project Scope
AIE sought ISO 9001 (Quality Management System) and ISO 41001 (Facility Management System) certification to meet the compliance requirements of its key client, Areej Vegetable Oils and Derivatives. The project was undertaken between February and April 2024, with Syed and his team from PopularCert leading the implementation process.
Key Stakeholders
- CEO: Mr. Juma Al Balushi
- General Manager (GM): Mr. Malick
- Manpower Division Manager: Mr. Rajendra
- Management Representative (MR): Mr. Savin
- HR Manager: Mr. Khan
- Finance Manager: Mr. Savin
- Operations Manager: Mr. Syed
- Procurement Manager: Mr. Afzal
- Sales Manager: Mr. Sharif
Challenges Faced
Before ISO implementation, AIE lacked a structured management system. The company faced challenges such as:
- Limited knowledge of documentation (Vision, Mission, Objectives, Quality Policy, SOPs, Internal Audit, MRM, and Risk Management).
- Unstructured compliance approach due to the absence of a defined management system direction.
- Workforce-related risks, including unskilled labor, worker injuries at client sites, and lack of policy awareness.
Implementation Approach
To ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and ISO 41001, PopularCert followed a systematic approach:
1) Gap Analysis: Identified missing documentation and process inefficiencies.
2) HR Documentation: Created an employee database, personal files, HR policies, and procedures to streamline manpower management.
3) Risk Assessment & Mitigation: Identified key risks such as:
- Ever-changing government regulations.
- Workplace safety concerns.
- Physical security threats.
- Potential contract losses.
- Developed mitigation measures accordingly.
4) SWOT Analysis: Helped AIE recognize:
- Strengths: Long-term contracts, foreign worker visas, company reputation.
- Weaknesses: Unskilled labor, lack of safety measures, policy awareness gaps.
5) Training & Awareness Sessions: Conducted employee training on:
- Toolbox meetings
- Workplace safety & PPE usage
- Internal audit procedures
6) Mock Audit & Internal Audit Training: Prepared the team for the final certification audit.
Types Of Certification
- ISO Certification
- ISO 9001 Certification
- ISO 14001 Certification
- ISO 45001 Certification
- ISO 22000 Certification
- ISO 27001 Certification
- ISO 17025 Certification
- ISO 13485 Certification
- ISO 20000-1 Certification
- ISO 22301 Certification
- ISO 50001 Certification
- ISO 37001 Certification
- IATF 16949 Certification
- ISO 29001 Certification
- ISO 31000 Certification
- ISO 20121 Certification
- ISO 10002 Certification
- ISO 41001 Certification
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Certification Audit & Outcome
The final certification audit was successfully conducted, with auditors raising only minor nonconformities:
- Maintaining a complete legal register.
- Listing environmental impacts of the business.
- AIE addressed these nonconformities within two weeks, ensuring full compliance.
Results & Impact
- Successfully obtained ISO 9001 & ISO 41001 certification.
- Improved documentation & compliance processes.
- Strengthened HR policies & risk management framework.
- Enhanced workforce safety & awareness.
Conclusion
The implementation of ISO 9001 and ISO 41001 at Al Naaji International Establishment (AIE) not only ensured certification but also transformed their operational efficiency. The project demonstrated how structured compliance can enhance quality management, risk mitigation, and business credibility in the facility management and manpower supply sector.
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