This example of the process-based model is similar to the one included in the standard (Figure 1).The seven clauses are all found on the process model. Leadership, Planning for the QMS, Operations, and Performance evaluation form a cycle that is influenced by the Context of the organization and Support processes aimed at improvement.

The most important input to this cycle is customer and other relevant interested parties requirements. The output of the cycle is customer satisfaction and continual improvement of the quality system.

The standard is organized around this model.