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Stop Viewing Non-Conformities in Certification Audits as Disasters
Non-conformities (NCs) identified during certification audits should not be viewed as failures, argues Mylène Servoles-Doussaint, a consultant specializing in quality, safety, and environmental management systems.
China Emerges as a Leader in International Standards Development
Tom Barrett, Research Associate for Emerging Technology at the United States Studies Centre,
Too Many Standards or Not? Deciding Factors Explained
Jean-Marie Reilhac, an experienced QSE auditor, EFQM assessor, and Lean Management expert, offers his perspective on what determines if there are too many standards.
How to Shine in Quality Audits with Three Key Preparation Steps
Lydia Mandah-Malan, a seasoned quality management expert and certified ISO 9001 Lead Auditor, shares her practical advice on how to excel during a quality audit in her latest blog post.
Serious Career, Funny Perks: 10 Reasons to Become an Auditor
Michael Mills, a seasoned quality consultant specializing in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards, revisited the topic of why individuals choose to become auditors in his latest blog post.
Unlearning 15 Quality Habits That Are Holding Us Back
Rethinking quality management often requires letting go of entrenched habits that no longer serve us.
Life Cycle Assessment or Product Carbon Footprint? Choosing the Right Tool for Sustainability Goals
Life cycle assessment (LCA) and product carbon footprint (PCF) are two methodologies used to evaluate the environmental impact of products, each with distinct focuses.
Information Security Controls That Should Be Added to ISO 27001
British ISO 27001 expert Chris Hall has proposed updates to Annex A of the standard for information security management, highlighting that several critical information security controls are missing or are insufficiently addressed.
Why FSSC 22000 Outshines HACCP in Food Safety Certification
FSSC 22000 offers a significantly more comprehensive FSMS (Food Safety Management System) compared to HACCP alone, as explained in a blog post by Foundation FSSC.
Six Key Methods in Focus: How Z540.3 Handbook Clarifies Compliance with Measurement Risk
In the 98th part of the Metrology Monday blog series, Jeff Gust talks about conformity assessment, decision rules, and measurement decision risk, focusing on the Z540.3 Handbook.
Avoiding Common CAPA Mistakes in Medical Device Quality Management
The CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Action) process for medical devices is at times threatened by common mistakes, but there are strategies to avoid them.
How to Prepare Your Quality Management System for AI
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide, and Quality Management Systems (QMS) are no exception.
Building Excellence: ISO’s Guide to Quality Management Principles
Quality management principles are essential for businesses striving to achieve organizational excellence.
Optimizing Production With Predictive Maintenance and IEC 63270-1
The blog post by IEC highlights the transformative role of predictive maintenance in manufacturing, powered by AI (Artificial Intelligence) and IoT (Internet of Things).
Why Process-Based Auditing Enhances Organizational Excellence
TOP Quality Consulting, highlights the importance of process-based auditing over traditional compliance-focused audits in its blog post.
Bridging Engineering and Quality: Key Strategies for Organizational Success
Abdur Rahman Farooq, an expert in ISO standards, lean methodologies, and process improvement, shares transformative insights from his engineering management studies.
30 Everyday Actions That Show You Already Practice Quality
In a thought-provoking blog post, Ekaterina Potemkina shares 30 relatable ways people unknowingly practice quality in their daily work.
Qualiopi and Technology Alone Cannot Ensure Quality Training
Jean-Christophe Thibaud critiques Qualiopi certification and technology's role in professional training in France.
ISO 9001 Revision Criticized for Diluting Quality Standards
Jean-Marie Reilhac, founder of QleanRSE Consulting, shared a personal critique of the proposed revision of ISO 9001.
The ISO Paradox: Essential Standards Behind Paywalls
A blog post by TOP Quality Consulting highlights the growing tension between the increasing importance of ISO standards and their restricted access due to paywalls and court decisions.
Unlocking Hidden Potential with Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Matej Hohnjec, Lean Six Sigma and TRIZ Trainer, explores Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) in this blog post, discussing its role as a critical tool for measuring machine efficiency and addressing common misunderstandings about its use.
Quality Professionals Eye ISO 9001 Updates Amid Controversy
A blog post by "TOP Quality Consulting" examines the delayed revision of ISO 9001, a major topic in the quality management field.
Key Requirements for Certification Auditors Under ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015
Tommaso Palmitesta of "Top Quality Consulting" examines the expectations and responsibilities associated with participating in certification audits according to ISO/IEC 17021-1:2015.
