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Legacy systems in manufacturing lead to inefficiencies and quality risks, prompting companies to upgrade technology for tax savings. Evaluate your limitations, required infrastructure, necessary investments, manageable risks, and strategies for growth.

Manufacturing is swiftly adopting AI, with a 2024 survey indicating an increase from 59% to nearly total adoption in two years. A 2025 survey also shows 68% of manufacturers view AI as crucial for future competitiveness.

November is World Quality Month, a time to celebrate and raise awareness about the vital role quality plays in our lives — from the products and services we rely on to the broader impact on our communities and the world.

Political strife, economic instability, and natural disasters challenge the manufacturing sector. This month, explore expert insights on the role of artificial intelligence in quality management and new optical inspection standards.

Gary Cox is a continuous improvement consultant, speaker, and author based in Nova Scotia, Canada. He spoke with Quality on getting started in continuous improvement.

In the quest for quality excellence, we have seen a significant increase in the adoption of advanced digital technologies by the quality function. Three use cases stand out for their high traction.

We all talk about the invention of the airplane, the automobile, or other important products, but we rarely talk about the fascinating history of Quality.

This article focuses on preserving product and service integrity throughout its applicable lifecycle stages, which may include design, product realization, inspection, testing, packaging, transportation, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and deactivation.

Auditors play a central role in certifying compliance with this standard. However, as environmental priorities evolve and technological tools advance, the competencies required of the EMS auditors are also undergoing significant transformation.

Welcome to the ASSEMBLY Audible and Quality Q-Cast! In this episode, Greg Vance of Rockwell Automation, also the SMTA president, shares insights on the evolution of electronic manufacturing, global business travel, and upcoming industry events. Join us at the ASSEMBLY Show in October for more!