EDL-Generation Public Company (EDL-Gen) officially organized an internal training program on the topic of “ISO 9001:2026 DIS / Update Key Change Points and Internal Quality Management System Assessment” from September 7–8, 2026, at the Main Meeting Room, 1st Floor, Electricité du Laos Company (EDL).
The opening ceremony was presided over by Ms. Phokhine Apphay, Deputy Managing Director, CAO of EDL-Gen, who officially delivered the opening remarks.
The training was honored by the presence of Mr. Watchara Sripan, a lecturer and consultant specializing in Quality Management Systems, Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental Management, who served as the trainer and shared his knowledge and professional experience with the participants.
Throughout the two-day training program, EDL-Gen executives and participants had the opportunity to learn about and develop a deeper understanding of the key issues and changes proposed under the ISO 9001:2026 DIS, compared with the ISO 9001:2015 version.
The main topics covered included: The seven Quality Management Principles, the structure of ISO 9001:2015 and an overview of the transition toward ISO 9001:2026, key changes in Clauses 4–10, and the Transition Plan for adopting the new version of the standard.
In addition, participants gained knowledge of the Internal Quality Audit (IQA) system in accordance with ISO 9001:2026, using the guidelines of ISO 19011:2026, Fourth Edition (New Version). The training helped participants strengthen their capacity to plan audits, prepare audit checklists, develop audit reports, follow up on corrective actions, and apply audit findings to continuously improve the organization’s management system.
This training program will help EDL-Gen update the knowledge and understanding of both auditees and internal auditors, enabling the Company to prepare for and support the transition to the ISO standards for 2026.
At the closing ceremony, Mr. Daovieng Sounanthalath, Acting Managing Director of EDL-Gen, officially delivered the closing remarks.
He expressed his sincere appreciation to Mr. Watsara Sipan, the organizing committee, and all participants for their valuable contributions and active participation throughout the training program. He also emphasized that the knowledge gained from this training should be practically applied to improve work processes across all departments and functions within EDL-Gen.
He further highlighted that: “If EDL-Gen has an effective assessment process and personnel with the necessary knowledge and capabilities, the organization’s achievements will continue to grow and expand toward sustainable development.”
The training reflects EDL-Gen’s continued commitment to strengthening its quality management system, enhancing employee capabilities, and promoting continuous improvement as part of its journey toward sustainable organizational development.