(GelSight: Waltham, MA) -- GelSight, a pioneer in surface analysis technology, announces the release of GelSight Mobile 4.4, the latest software update designed to remove friction throughout the entire inspection workflow, from calibration, capture, and analysis to reporting.  GelSight Mobile 4.4…

The pressure is on. Throughout industries and regions, organizations are being asked the same question—not whether they care about the environment, but what they are doing about it. The landscape for sustainability in business is tightening. Environmental responsibility is no longer just defined…

(Kneat: Limerick, Ireland) -- Kneat, a global leader in digital validation and quality process automation, announced the findings of its annual study of the practices, trends, and challenges in the validation space, State of Validation 2026. Informed by more than 600 responses from validation…

Finding the right balance between how you handle success and failure makes a tremendous difference in how motivated (or unmotivated) your team members are. There are simple techniques for celebrating success and dealing with failure. Apply them and you’ll find your team is happier and more…

(Octave: New York) --Octave, a global leader in software for the world’s most critical facilities and infrastructure, has launched the Octave Reliance (formerly ETQ Reliance) Advanced Manufacturing Package, an SaaS-based quality management system (QMS) purpose-built for manufacturers in automotive…

(Ease.io: Irvine, CA) -- Ease.io, a leader in AI-powered audit and inspection software for global manufacturers, has released its inaugural Layered Process Audit Benchmark Report, a detailed analysis of more than 2.3 million layered process audits conducted at more than 2,200 manufacturing sites…

Our video producer Chris Smith almost watched the Artemis II launch in person. He drove to Kennedy Space Center with all his fancy gear, along the way got stuck in the snow twice—in Texas, of all places—and then NASA scrubbed the launch and rolled the rocket back for repairs. So Chris drove back to…

In 2026, a combination of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) mandates, evolving industry standards, and tightening global trade requirements will significantly raise expectations for labeling and traceability throughout the supply chain. For manufacturers and suppliers, these changes introduce…

(InnovMetric: Quebec City) -- InnovMetric, an independent software development company that empowers manufacturers of every size to digitally transform their 3D measurement processes, has launched PolyWorks 2026. This major release delivers three key pillars of innovation:• A data management…

(EMAG: Farmington Hills, MI) -- EMAG, the North American subsidiary of EMAG Group (Salach, Germany), announces the availability of the UG Series universal cylindrical grinding machines for U.S. and Canadian markets. The series is designed for manufacturers who require flexible, high-precision…

A significant change in ISO 9001:2026 involves separate actions to address risks and opportunities. In her article “Brainstorming: The Ultimate Risk Management Tool,” Jenna M Schoettker writes, “Think of risk as two sides of a coin. On one side we have our negative risk, while the other side would…

The background: Managing power in data centers is process-critical and extraordinarily complex. These facilities demand substantial amounts of energy, and the supply must remain stable, clean, and capable of adapting quickly to fluctuations in demand. Expectations for reliability and security…

(Resume Now: Guaynabo, PR) -- Workers may feel confident in their ability to recognize AI-generated content, but that confidence is increasingly at odds with reality. A new national survey of more than 1,000 U.S. workers from AI resume builder Resume Now finds that 74% say they can identify AI…

Digital transformation and technologies such as artificial intelligence or the internet of things (IoT) aren’t just changing our society; they’re revolutionizing how we do business. The speed of innovation can be a challenge. But it also presents an opportunity. As a quality leader, you must…

(Dürr: Southfield, MI) -- Dürr is introducing a new generation of robots used to paint car bodies. The EcoRP4 compact painting robot features an asymmetric architecture that improves access to the body for the applicator, enabling it to reliably reach even hard-to-access interior areas. Its reduced…

Corrective and preventive action (CAPA) is the backbone of any quality management system. It’s where problems get solved, risks get reduced, and processes become more robust. Yet in many organizations, CAPA has become little more than a documentation exercise. Forms get filled. Boxes get checked.…

(Uviquity: Raleigh, NC) -- Uviquity, a deep-tech company developing integrated photonics for ultraviolet wavelengths, has announced its first product: a chip-scale laser operating at 229 nm. This laser is the first in the world at this wavelength produced from a single semiconductor chip, and…

Three years ago, I’d never heard the term biomedical equipment technician (BMET). I didn’t know the field of healthcare technology management (HTM) existed. Today, I’m a BMET II responsible for making sure critical medical equipment is available and safe for patient care. It’s incredible to look at…

(Teledyne e2v: Grenoble, France) -- Teledyne e2v, a Teledyne Technologies company and global innovator of imaging solutions, has launched the Caiman imaging module, a small, lightweight, low-power solution designed for demanding low-light applications. Built around the OnyxMax sensor, Caiman…

Southern politicians often have a homespun way of making a point. A few years ago, a candidate for a small-town sheriff’s election was overheard saying, “Criticize my drawl, you make me laugh. Criticize my views, you make me listen. But criticize my mama and you’re asking for a fight.” Customer…

(Hexagon: Stockholm) -- Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence’s Stationary Metrology division announces the launch of PC-DMIS FUSION. It provides PC-DMIS users with real-time information, visualization, insights, and SPC analysis to enable increased productivity based on data-driven decision making…

Torque wrenches—and the people who use them to build and maintain planes—are unsung heroes of the skies. Torque wrenches measure the force that causes an object to rotate. Aircraft mechanics use torque wrenches to ensure that bolts and fasteners on planes are correctly tightened. Without them, a…

(MIT News: Cambridge, MA ) -- Across the Milky Way galaxy, a planetary odd couple is circling a star some 190 light years from Earth. A normally “lonely” hot Jupiter is sharing space with a mini-Neptune in a rare and unlikely pairing that’s had astronomers puzzled since the system’s discovery in…

(XD Thermal: Suzhou, China) -- XD Thermal Technology, a thermal management manufacturer, has advanced its side-cooling solutions for cylindrical cell-to-pack battery packs. Large-scale production capacity and automotive-grade process control are positioning the company as a key supplier. In super-…

Digital transformation has stopped being a trend and become a condition for competitiveness. In practically every sector, including manufacturing, automotive, food and beverage, healthcare, and logistics, the pace of technological change is redefining what it means to manage quality with excellence…