Picking Apart the QMS on the USS Enterprise, Part 2When the captain yells, “Report, report!” over the din, how does he keep it all straight?
Wed, 01/16/2013 - 11:17
In our last episode, we looked at how the crew of the USS Enterprise might have employed quality management systems (QMS) to help streamline their processes, mitigate risks, and foster continuous improvement throughout the galaxy. Now we will… Picking Apart the QMS on the USS Enterprise, Part 1I’m not a Trekkie, but I do know quality control
Wed, 01/16/2013 - 11:13
I am by no means a Trekkie. I don’t go to conventions, nor do I have all the episodes memorized and cataloged. I don’t even try and weigh in on Picard vs. Kirk (although I do have some valid points in that debate—another time). What I do know is I… The Risk and Compliance ParadigmRisk mitigation in industries as a measure of quality and compliance
Tue, 10/02/2012 - 16:46
Editor’s note: In an upcoming webinar presented by EtQ and moderated by Quality Digest, we will consider the elements of risk management and what to look for in an effective software solution. For a preview of the webinar, please tune in to the Fri… Taking Quality Outside Your Four Walls: Supplier Quality, Part 2Schedule and execute continuous audits of your supplier relationships
Wed, 07/11/2012 - 14:25
In part one of this series, we looked at the various challenges associated with supplier quality management, and how these challenges can inhibit an organization while building a system to interact with its supply chain. Now let’s look at the ways… Taking Quality Outside Your Four Walls: Supplier Quality, Part 1How can companies increase visibility into their supply chain?
Fri, 07/06/2012 - 16:40
In today’s dynamic business environment, the supply chain plays an ever-increasing role in bringing products to market. As businesses continue to evolve and improve efficiencies in the production process, suppliers play an important role in ensuring… Managing Compliance Through the Quality HubA QMS is the logical focal point for ensuring consistency and collaboration
Fri, 05/04/2012 - 09:49
Quality management, if we’ve learned anything, is a central factor in any manufacturing organization. What’s most compelling is the evolution during the past decade of our perception of quality management. Once thought to be a compartmentalized… Assessing Value in a Quality and EHS Management SystemThese days software must demonstrate a shorter time to ROI
Mon, 04/23/2012 - 11:41
Everyone seeks out value. Whether you’re a coupon clipper, a sale shopper, or a garage-sale stalker, people look to get some sort of value out of their buying experience. And if the product is purchased at a retailer, you look for ways to get the… Three Rules for Delegation Management in Quality & EHS Software SolutionsMake sure that someone, somewhere, is getting the job done
Thu, 03/08/2012 - 11:29
You’ve heard the phrase, “Get it off your plate—delegate!” It’s a nice phrase for those of us to justify passing off work, isn’t it? However, in an organization, delegation is a much more serious challenge. Market demand dictates that no deadlines… What Are the Five Best Innovations in Quality Management Software? Look for these elements before you buy
Tue, 02/07/2012 - 11:32
Seems like the “next best thing” is always coming out. I’m not one of those people who miss the good old days; I always marvel at what we have in the modern world. I feel like TV shows have gotten better, consumer products are better, my kid’s toys… A Quality Management Look into Santa’s Workshop’Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the shop…
Wed, 12/21/2011 - 10:32
’Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the shop
Santa’s quality manager feared that all production would stop
The FMEA showed high risk, nonconformances were a fright
But Santa knew better—his QMS would help on this magical night…
