Management Systems World
All on Quality and other Standards in one place since 2010. Now Worldwide.
Please note that you have to be a registered member with paid membership in order to see full articles.
Register
How to provide Supplier Quality Management when that one Supplier is a Monopolist
In his blog post, Mark Rogovoi raises concerns about being stuck with a sole supplier who shows no interest in collaboration, knowing there are no alternatives.
Pragmatic ISMS Implementation Guideline: A Personal Take
Implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) is no small thing, but quality specialist Potemkina offers valuable insights to make the journey to ISO 27001 certification smoother.
100 quality tools in 200 minutes: How Fishbone Diagram Tackles Root Causes
Kottam Anil Kumar shares his thoughts on the fishbone diagram, also known as the Ishikawa diagram, using an infographic he created to explain how this tool helps identify the root causes of problems.
How an Entrepreneur’s Failure Led to a New Path in Auditing
In his blog post, Michael Mills shares the story of a man who became an auditor after an uncommon turn of events.
Quality Of The Future: Proactive Professionals Needed
In a blog post by Ekaterina Potemkina, she emphasizes that quality professionals must be proactive to thrive in the future.
QMS Clause Mapping: Key Processes and Expectations
In his blog post, Suryakant Bhavikatty, Next-Gen eQMS Expert summarize a clause mapping of ISO 9001 by PDCA cyclus in one page.
Conformity Statements and the Challenge of Measurement Uncertainty
According to Jeff Gust, Chief Corporate Metrologist at Fluke Corp, the main issue with conformity statements is that measurements are just estimates of the true value.
Electronic Quality Management Systems Revolutionize Business Operations
According to a personal view by Rahul Saluja of Cyient, electronic quality management systems (eQMS) are transforming how businesses operate.
How to Design a Behavior-Based Training Program
Starting a training program that changes behavior might sound like trying to teach a cat to fetch—possible, but you need the right approach.
Quality Management in construction: ensuring success through rigorous testing
Accoring to Abdur Rahman Farooq, quality management in construction is essential for the safety, durability, and overall success of any project.
"Made in Germany" losing ground as companies look abroad
A commentary by Michael Dunst and Dietmar Vahs points out that the famed "Made in Germany" label is losing some of its sparkle as more German companies consider moving their operations abroad.
Understanding the difference: standards, frameworks, laws, and regulations
Tristan Roth breaks down the often confusing world of compliance by clarifying the roles of standards, frameworks, laws, and regulations.
Problem-solving with the 8D method: a step-by-step guide
In his blog post, MIchael MIlls dissects one of renowned methods to formalize solving a problem.
Story vs. Reality of Quality Managers
Harsh Thakkar from Qualtivate discusses about contrasts common misconceptions about quality managers with their real roles.
The "Miseducation" of Quality
Michael Mills writes how Dr. Yvonne Simmons Howze highlights that quality stems from personal excellence, urging individuals to embrace the "Five C's" to overcome internal workplace threats.
Exploring the Role of International Standards in Preventing the CrowdStrike Incident
Could International Standards Have Prevented the CrowdStrike Incident?
Certification NEN 7510:2024: against which part?
Pim Lagrand, Information security advisor, discusses the new version of NEN 7510:2024, Dutch standard for Information Security in healthcare.
A new standard on net zero
Matthew Chiles from The Standards Show discusses the development of the first independently verifiable international standard on net zero, set to launch at COP30 in November 2025.
Efficient Supplier Management for Medical Devices Manufacturers
Andy Chiou from DQS discusses the importance of efficient supplier management for medical device manufacturers under ISO 13485 compliance.
Updating from ISO 27001:2013 to 2022
This is a summary of Tristan Roth's blog on Updating from ISO 27001:2013 to 2022?
From Good to Outstanding: Unconventional Quality Tips to set You apart
In her LinkedIn post titled "From Good to Outstanding: Unconventional Quality Tips to Set You Apart", Ekaterina Potemkina emphasizes the importance of dedication, teamwork, and creating a conducive environment to build a successful quality function and culture.
Introducing the ISMS Copilot X, a cross-framework assistant
Tristan Roth discusses the complexities of managing compliance with multiple frameworks and introduces a solution to simplify this process.
What's the difference between PDCA and a Management System?
This timeless blog post explains the difference between PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) and a Management System.
