1、Does my company have to be ISO 9000 certified before seeking TL 9000 registration?
Though the TL 9000 is derived from ISO 9001:2000, a company does not need ISO certification prior to seeking TL 9000 registration.

2、How long will it take for my company to become TL 9000 certified?
The process can take from 6 to 18 months. It varies with the size of the company, existing quality management systems, scope of registration (hardware, software, and service), and the amount of dedicated internal and external resources to support this effort.

3、How much will a TL 9000 implementation cost?
It depends on the scope and magnitude of your project. Total costs will depend on the breadth of TL 9000 certification, external consultant and training resources needed.

4、What is the Registration Repository System (RRS)? Do I have to be a QuEST Forum member to access information?
RRS is a database of TL 9000 registered organizations and contains information on primary contacts, Registrar, scope of Registration and Registration Status. This information is accessible to the public.

5、What is the Measurements Repository System (MRS)?
MRS is an exhaustive database of measurements reported by TL 9000 registered companies, where data is collected for over 100 product categories. Measurements data are guaranteed for anonymity and security. A downloadable version of the MRS brochure is available via the Web site.

6、Can non-QuEST Forum members access MRS data?
The benchmark data and industry trend reports are included in the QuEST Forum membership package and available for a separate fee to non-QuEST Forum members.