Items Tagged with 'quality professionals'

Dilip Shah has 45 years of experience in metrology and quality applications. He is president of E=MC3 Solutions and a fellow of ASQ. Michelle Bangert from Quality interviewed him about quality professionals' concerns.

After three years and many meetings, ISO 10012: 2025 Measurement Management Systems has reached the status of Final Draft International Standard, also referred to as FDIS.

Quality engineers and development teams need to identify root causes and improve efficiency. Design of Experiments (DOE) enables them to test multiple factors at once, allowing for quicker identification of optimal process settings.

We explore the background of each study type, and decision-making criteria for selecting the appropriate method. We will also look at why the 125-piece study provides improved accuracy and reliability in decision making.

Capability studies are routine in quality work, used to verify processes and identify improvements. Knowing when and how to use them is key.

Unlock the power of reflective self-talk to enhance your productivity and drive continuous improvement. Explore its benefits and discover practical strategies to integrate this transformative practice into your daily routine.

Quality professionals are using statistical tools, originally meant for product quality control, to tackle climate change. For example, control charts that monitor manufacturing variations are now tracking energy consumption, identifying spikes, and measuring carbon emissions.

Quality assurance professionals in manufacturing know that even a single non-conformance can result in rejected batches or regulatory violations. The Process Capability Index (Cpk) helps teams catch potential issues before they become costly problems.

Michelle Bangert interviewed Claire Hopkins, a document control specialist and author of a recent "Speaking of Quality" column for Quality magazine. Claire chairs the American Society for Quality's Next Gen Global Committee, comprising individuals under 40 or new to the quality industry.

Quality 4.0 aligns quality management with Industry 4.0 to drive efficiencies, performance, and innovation. It's critical now more than ever to merge human skills with technology.