Almin Projects operates open-cast drilling and blasting across South Africa. Synergy Consilium implemented their ISO 9001:2015 QMS back in 2018 and, in 2024, integrated our iQuotient IMS platform to automate workflows, centralize reporting, and drive continuous improvement alongside the core QMS.
“SynerCon implemented and maintained our ISO 9001:2015 QMS since 2018 and integrated our iQuotient IMS in 2024. Their practical guidance, tailored workshops, and proactive audits boosted our operational efficiency, embedded quality discipline, and reinforced our commitment to continuous improvement.”
Andre Labuschagne — Operations Director, Almin Projects
Background: why Almin Projects chose Synergy Consilium
As compliance and sustainability expectations continued to evolve, Almin Projects wanted both a robust QMS and a digital IMS to manage document control, risk, and performance data seamlessly. Synergy Consilium's combined ISO and iQuotient expertise made for a natural fit.
Our partnership approach
- Kick-off workshop: Aligned drilling and blasting processes with ISO 9001:2015 requirements and IMS capabilities.
- iQuotient IMS integration: Configured modules for document control, risk registers, nonconformity management, and KPI dashboards.
- Collaborative documentation: Co-developed SOPs and control plans, ensuring policies and digital workflows reflected real-world operations.
- Risk-based thinking: Facilitated hazard identification workshops and maintained a live IMS-hosted risk register.
- Continuous monitoring: Conducted internal audits, IMS-driven corrective actions, and management reviews to embed ongoing improvement.
Key highlights of the implementation
- iQuotient IMS: Synergy Consilium handled platform configuration and user training, giving Almin Projects centralized digital workflows and real-time dashboards.
- Document control: Streamlined version control via the IMS, with procedures updated and approved in under 48 hours.
- Risk management: Developed an IMS-hosted risk register, supporting proactive hazard controls across all sites.
- Audit readiness: Ran IMS-enabled mock audits, and Almin Projects passed ISO audits with no major findings.
Business impact and operational excellence
Process consistency: Standardized IMS workflows ensure repeatable, reliable operations.
Environmental responsibility: Integrated control plans maintain compliance with environmental permits, reflecting the same discipline we bring to HSE and environmental management.
Stakeholder confidence: Transparent IMS reporting builds trust with clients and regulators.
Defining a successful implementation relationship
Our work with Almin Projects illustrates five pillars of an impactful ISO 9001:2015 QMS and IMS partnership:
- Executive sponsorship: Leadership drives system adoption.
- Co-creation: Jointly built workflows ensure buy-in.
- Data-driven insights: IMS dashboards guide decisions.
- Integrated workflows: Quality, safety, and environment in harmony.
- Continuous recognition: Celebrating milestones sustains momentum.
Next steps and invitation
If you'd like to explore what an integrated ISO 9001:2015 QMS and iQuotient IMS platform would look like for your operation, get in touch and we'll build a maintenance partnership around your needs.