Comprehensive and Detailed In-Depth Explanation:
ISO 9001:2015 recognizes change management as essential for maintaining process integrity and preventing nonconformities.
Clause References:
* Clause 6.3 (Planning of Changes) # Focuses on long-term changes that may impact QMS integrity.
* Clause 8.5.6 (Control of Changes) # Focuses on changes occurring during production and service provision to ensure conformity.
Why is the Correct Answer A?
* Clause 8.5.6 applies specifically to operational changes, ensuring that modifications in production or service processes do not compromise quality.
* Organizations must document who approves changes, how they are controlled, and how they affect product/service conformity.
Why are the Other Options Incorrect?
* B (Changes during design and development) # Covered under Clause 8.3 (Design and Development), not 8.5.6.
* C (Changes to legal and regulatory requirements) # Addressed under Clause 4.2 (Interested Parties
' Requirements).
* D (Leadership responsibilities) # Covered under Clause 5.1 (Leadership and Commitment), not
8.5.6.