Management reviews
Part of the changes to AASHTO R18-16 are management review. Effective April 1, 2017 AASHTO re:source assessor’s began to observe this change. R18LabQMS included the ability to create management reviews... Read more
Software Update! v1.9
Hello everyone! We are onto v1.9! Wednesday, March 29th we are releasing a new software update that will make some important changes to the QM sections and add a... Read more
R18LabQMS at the AASHTO Technical Exchange
AASHTO Technical Exchange If you’re planning to attend the first annual AASHTO Technical Exchange in Annapolis, MD next week March 27-29, we will have a booth setup at the... Read more
*New* Upgrade v1.8
Here’s what’s new with the application in v1.8… With the end of the year fast approaching, we’re releasing a new update. Take a minute to familiarize yourself with the... Read more
The cost of non-conformities
Have you ever stopped to determine just how much it costs to respond to non-conformities after an on-site assessment? If you’re like me, it can be frustrating going back... Read more
AASHTO changes to R18 2016
Changes in standards When a laboratory takes on the task of accreditation it seems like a daunting task to initiate and maintain. Keeping up with the latest changes in... Read more
Maintaining your QMS
With many labs, it is easy in the busy season to put off changes that occur within your Quality Management System. One area that is easily overlooked are processes... Read more
Equipment Procedure Due Dates and Addendums
Have you added a new piece of equipment to the R18LabQMS application recently or maybe your first piece of equipment into the inventory? If you have, you probably noticed... Read more
Accreditation events
Keeping updated on all your accreditation events are essential. While the basics are maintaining your Quality Management System (QMS), participating in the proficiency sample program and an on-site inspection... Read more
Criteria compliance document due
If your laboratory is accredited with AMRL, it’s that time of year to complete your Criteria Compliance Document (CCD.)is due on or before May 31, 2014. The CCD is... Read more