Conformity

What does conformity mean simply explained?  

Conformity refers to the fulfilment of a requirement. Nonconformity means the opposite. SQS refers to this situation as a “nonconformity” and distinguishes between “minor and major nonconformity”. In the event of a major nonconformity, the ability of a management system or organisation to achieve the intended results is compromised, or there are serious doubts as to whether the processes, products or services meet the specified requirements. This must be remedied by the audited organisation within three months. A minor nonconformity constitutes non-compliance with the standard that does not directly affect this ability. It must be rectified by the next audit.