As Pro QC International reaches its 40th anniversary, we are pleased to present an in-depth interview with our founder, Ed Sanchez, whose experiences and insights have shaped the company from its inception to its current global presence.
Watch the full interview here on YouTube:
In this interview, Ed reflects on his journey from his early career as an engineer in Spain to founding Pro QC in Taiwan in 1984. Arriving in Taiwan during the start of its industrial boom, Ed identified a significant need for quality assurance services, which led him to establish one of the first quality control companies in Asia. Initially focused on Taiwan, Pro QC eventually expanded to Mainland China and continued to grow, moving into India, Europe, and the United States. Ed shares how the company’s path took it from a small operation to one that now operates in over 100 countries, adapting to industry changes and increasing demands for quality and compliance.
The interview provides a look into the challenges Ed faced in the early days of Pro QC. Language barriers, cultural differences, and limited communication technology posed significant obstacles, but Ed’s resilience and adaptability helped him navigate these hurdles. He also recounts the evolution of the quality control industry over the years, with a greater focus on structured quality systems, sustainability, and environmental standards. For Ed, building long-term relationships has been essential to expanding Pro QC’s reach, especially in regions like Europe, where connections and understanding local markets were key.
Reflecting on Pro QC’s most difficult period, Ed mentions the challenges posed by the recent pandemic. Despite travel restrictions and health concerns, Pro QC maintained its global operations, keeping its team intact and continuing to deliver services to clients around the world.
This interview not only highlights Ed’s journey but also provides a historical perspective on the quality assurance industry. Ed’s reflections offer insights into the values that have guided Pro QC and his hopes for the company’s future.
