As manufacturers charge ahead in 2017, there is a renewed sense of optimism and excitement as they gear up for growth, investing in equipment, new manufacturing technologies such as 3D printing, and software to support digital transformation and new collaborative, connected factory floor competencies.
But ushering in these innovations and rising to the task of meeting new customer demands and expectations places new demands and expectations on quality programs. Manufacturers must understand the impact of these sweeping changes from a quality perspective, so they can make the necessary changes now to ensure their quality programs keep pace with this evolution.