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Lean with Lazarus | Ian R. Lazarus

Quality is Relative

Fortunately for quality managers, there are a number of effective tools to ground the quality team in what standards are the most important.
Ian Lazarus
Ian R Lazarus
July 3, 2024

How well do the people responsible for meeting the quality standards understand the standards? Quality managers have access to effective tools to ensure that both the quality team and the entire organization are well-grounded in the most important standards.


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The Quality Edge

Brief History of ANSI/ASQ Z1.4

Military standards came from a need for a sampling system that did not require 100% inspection for use in testing munitions and other destructive tests.
QM 0322 Professional of the Year John Vandenbemden
John Vandenbemden
July 3, 2024

The ANSI/ASQ Z1.4 standard is similar in format to MIL-STD-105E and ASTM E2234-09 but differs in its definition of a rejectable item. It uses definitions and terminology in line with ANSI/ISO/ASQ 3534-2:2006. Two definitions are particularly important in applying the standard.


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Speaking of Quality | Claire Hopkins

Creating a Space for NextGens

Quality is present in all sorts of industries, which makes it a vibrant and interesting field, but also presents a challenge when looking to find new professionals to bring into the community.
Claire Hopkins
Claire Hopkins
July 1, 2024

I often ask quality professionals about their career paths. While I started in natural history collections, I now work in document control in the life sciences industry. Recruitment in the quality industry is challenging due to its presence in various fields, but supporting and engaging young professionals is crucial for the community's future.


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Lean with Lazarus | Ian R. Lazarus

What’s the Big Deal with Big Data?

There is an interesting difference of opinion over how much data should be collected.
Ian Lazarus
Ian R Lazarus
June 28, 2024

"Big data," according to Amit Kara, contains more variables and potential security risks. The challenge lies in leveraging it.


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The Quality Edge

Organizational Knowledge: So, where do we begin?

There is so much information and knowledge within an organization.
QM 0322 Professional of the Year John Vandenbemden
John Vandenbemden
June 27, 2024

What is the purpose of the requirement in ISO9001: 2015 for organizational knowledge? This particular requirement is part of a set of six requirements categorized under resources. Allow me to outline the specific details of this requirement.


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Speaking of Quality | Jim Spichiger

Businesses Have Endless Supply of Maladies that Need to be Addressed

Eliminate the pain.
James Spichiger
Jim Spichiger
June 26, 2024

Problem solving should always begin with listening. Where does it hurt? What are your symptoms? What have you tried already?


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KUKA Gronbach LBR iisy Cobot
Case Study

Creative Cobot Use Simplifies Product Testing

As the technology has progressed, many companies have discovered ways to reap the benefits of modern cobots beyond manufacturing and assembly operations.
Pjeter Lulgjuraj
June 25, 2024

In recent years, collaborative robots (cobots) have become increasingly popular in production environments due to advances in technology. Gronbach, a global manufacturer, is using KUKA Robotics’ LBR iisy cobot for product testing.


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Face of Quality

Organizations Need to Assess Risk Level and Take Appropriate Actions

Managing risk.
QM 0222 CLMN Face AUTHOR Jim Smith
Jim L. Smith
June 11, 2024

Today, organizations face various risks like cyber-attacks, data breaches, system failures, service disruptions, and natural disasters. Identifying and managing these risks at acceptable levels is crucial. Failing to acknowledge these risks can leave organizations unprepared to handle their potential impact.


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Management

Rebuilding Boeing’s Quality: A New Approach to Manufacturing Excellence

The heart of Boeing’s manufacturing operations lies in its ability to deliver flawless aircraft to customers.
Forrest Breyfogle
June 10, 2024

Boeing needs to improve its manufacturing approach to prioritize transparency and continual improvement, which can also help other organizations improve their quality and bottom line.


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Manufacturing Excellence

Making Made in USA Great Again!

In order to make Made in USA the best in the world again, we need to do something beyond Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA).
Praveen Gupta
Praveen Gupta
June 10, 2024

Outsourcing began due to a lack of skills and the desire to handle tasks internally. To bring manufacturing back, we need to ensure top quality and manufacturing in America. Find out what we need to focus on.



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