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As manufacturing requirements continue to increase, and reshoring and lack of personnel continue to challenge the manufacturing industry, robotics can help.

An organization should be at least at level 3, Defined Systems Approach, of the Management System Maturity Model to reap the rewards of a culture of excellence.

Check out everything we have to offer in this month’s Quality, including a profile of the inaugural winner of our Quality Rookie of the Year, Jared Curtis.

Auditing and inspection are two critical tools that organizations apply to ensure compliance, policies, procedures and products. Even though there are similarities these tools have different intent.

Some people might be nervous about completely switching careers, but not Jared Curtis. For his dedication to quality, strong communication skills, and interest in always learning, Jared Curtis is our 2023 Quality Rookie of the Year.

Now that my hair has turned gray, I periodically think back and consider “what if …” What if I had chosen a different major in college? What if I had not taken a specific job opportunity?

2.0 — I’m guessing that just by writing this number, in this format, many of you know where I’m heading.

Continuous improvement programs are essential for growth and success. However, implementing them requires more than just tools and technology.

Continuous improvement helps manufacturers identify areas of improvement, reduce waste, and boost efficiency. However, it's not enough to simply implement continuous improvement processes.

His colleagues say there's no one like him. He's been described as that rare person who can teach anyone about technical subjects, listen carefully, win over skeptical staff, and even emcee a retirement party with just the right mix of humor. Meet the 2023 Quality Professional of the Year.