AS9100 vs. ISO 9001 Qualifier

AS9100 is built on top of ISO 9001, not a competing framework. Use the table to see what AS9100 adds, then answer two questions to check which certification level your program actually requires.

Requirement AreaISO 9001AS9100
General quality management system✓ Baseline✓ Includes ISO 9001 in full
Risk managementNot required✓ Required
Configuration controlNot required✓ Required
Counterfeit-parts preventionNot required✓ Required
First Article Inspection (AS9102)Not required✓ Required
OASIS supplier database eligibilityNot eligible✓ Eligible for listing

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