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Managers in regulated industries often rely on control charts to confirm that processes are under control. That expectation is built into most quality systems, but when engineers use those charts only to document compliance, they lose a chance to study how the process behaves.

Successful Lean Six Sigma (LSS) deployment requires management leadership. Trained as LSS Champions, leaders sponsor and oversee projects, aligning them with strategic objectives and allocating resources.

Explaining control charts is difficult due to the unappealing terminology in quality management. Terms like “control charts” and “Statistical Process Control” can deter understanding. Alternative names like “process behavior charts” haven't improved appeal either. Given the popularity of user-friendly tracking on smart devices, there’s a need to rebrand these tools to make them more accessible and engaging.

AI is transforming manufacturing, with major companies enhancing quality and smaller firms like Composiflex Inc. reducing inventory and improving delivery through business intelligence. With 72% of manufacturers using AI reporting cost reductions and increased efficiency, these tools present essential growth opportunities in the face of evolving supply chain risks.

In the manufacturing landscape, the disconnect between design, production, and quality is a growing challenge. As OEMs embrace Model Based Definition (MBD) and Product Manufacturing Information (PMI), suppliers must adapt quickly. Discover how innovative solutions are bridging these gaps, streamlining the journey from 3D design to inspection, and driving a more efficient future in manufacturing.

GAGEtrak is the leading calibration management software, known for its versatility and auditor recommendations. With the MQTT Publisher, Broker, and Web API Server, it seamlessly integrates with other quality applications, ensuring critical calibration data is always accessible. Contact us today!

Experience effortless Quality Improvement with QI Macros, an affordable SPC tool that integrates right into Excel. Just highlight your data, choose a tool or let the Control Chart Wizard select for you, and your chart is generated automatically!

Verisurf Software, Inc. provides measurement solutions for surface analysis, quality inspection, assembly guidance, and reverse engineering. Their CAD/CAM platform supports a digital thread across design and manufacturing, enhancing efficiency and product quality through Model-Based Definition (MBD) and compatibility with all CMMs and CAD software.

Manufacturers need holistic operational views to improve processes amid challenges like labor shortages and supply chain issues. Tools like Statistical Process Control (SPC) and Quality Management Systems (QMS) provide insights for stability, quality management, and regulatory compliance.

Nasrin Azari is the president and CEO of Floodlight Software. She sat down with Michelle Bangert, managing editor at Quality, to discuss transitioning from manual operations to a well-structured digital format.