Check out the January 2025 edition of Quality! Read our cover story on new training approaches required for smarter testing machines. Read more features, the latest columns, a Vision & Sensors special section, and much more!
Discover how advancements in AI and automation are transforming universal testing machines, offering enhanced accuracy and safety while posing new challenges in workforce training and user experience.
Keep in mind that standards such as ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 do not require a record for every activity, however, if an activity requires a record, it is stated as such in the standard.
The Opening Meeting is essential for setting a positive tone in the audit process, where the audit team and auditee discuss the audit's purpose, scope, and logistics. By fostering good communication and rapport, this meeting alleviates anxiety and promotes cooperation, ensuring an efficient and productive audit.
The 2025 landscape may shift significantly as more than half of companies plan to boost AI and automation spending. Insights from the Annual Quality Spending Survey emphasize a focus on quality and rising cybersecurity concerns. Discover the trends shaping the future of manufacturing.
FMEA is a crucial tool for anticipating and preventing failures in products and processes, enhancing quality and reliability across industries. Discover how this method can safeguard operations and drive success.
As the world moves toward LED adoption, brands, manufacturers, and suppliers need to carefully evaluate how this shift will impact their products, particularly regarding color.
The transition to LED lighting impacts color perception and quality control, requiring manufacturers to adapt their processes to ensure consistency and address issues like flare and metamerism under different lighting conditions.
ISO 9001 is leading changes in quality. Sustainability has changed from a suggestion to a requirement, and upcoming revisions will align the standard with the latest in Industry 4.0, including AI and IoT technologies.
Prepare for a transformative shift in quality management as sustainability becomes essential. Major updates are set for 2026 with ISO 9001, integrating AI into quality systems, followed by a significant overhaul of ISO 14001 in 2028.
The 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai featured 3,500 global exhibitors and the International Quality Innovation Forum, where I delivered a keynote on "AI Transformation in Quality and Metrology."
I discuss the EPA's Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) regulation from 1973, highlighting the significance of SPCC Plans in preventing oil spills, which incorporate emergency response strategies and training to ensure compliance with regulations.
APQP’s roots trace back to the 1980s U.S. automotive industry, where fierce competition from Japanese manufacturers pushed companies like Ford, GM, and Chrysler to improve quality and consistency.
Unlocking success requires a positive mindset, clear goals, and a willingness to embrace challenges. Discover the key principles that can elevate your journey and help you achieve your dreams.
Joining the American Society for Quality (ASQ) is an excellent way to advance your career, especially in tough times. ASQ provides resources like the Career Center, Interview Coach, and skill development opportunities, along with potential dues relief. Explore ASQ's resources to enhance your professional journey!
Success is the achievement of goals, but its meaning is subjective and varies among individuals. Influential figures emphasize focus, perseverance, and learning from failure as key components, suggesting that defining success requires personal interpretation.
Enhance your machine vision systems with optical filters! Discover how colored glass and interference filters can boost contrast and performance while learning their benefits and limitations.
The development of machine vision interfaces highlights new technologies, such as PCIe and Thunderbolt, that improve performance and integration across various applications. Additionally, the upcoming GigE Vision 3.0 standard aims to enhance CPU utilization through the use of RDMA technology.
Unlock the potential of smart factories with machine vision, a transformative technology that enhances efficiency and productivity by delivering actionable data in real-time. Explore how it’s revolutionizing manufacturing in the era of Industry 4.0.
While AI is often touted as cutting-edge, its practical application is helping manufacturers reduce time spent on repetitive tasks and automate decision-making.
Discover how AI-powered machine vision is revolutionizing manufacturing by streamlining defect detection and enhancing vision-guided robotics, driving efficiency and quality to new heights!
A3 President Jeff Burnstein shares insights on the growing automation trend, highlighting advancements in humanoid robots and autonomous mobile technologies aimed at enhancing productivity and safety across industries.
Despite advancements in intelligent automation, human oversight remains crucial in navigating complex warehouse environments. This article highlights the enduring role of humans in the future of robotics, emphasizing a human-centered approach to automation.