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7 Steps To Prepare Your Organization for an IATF 16949 Certification

Automotive

IATF 16949 is the international quality management system standard for the automotive industry. Based on ISO 9001, it was developed by the International Automotive Task Force (IATF) to address the specific needs of the automotive industry. If your organization is involved in the automotive sector, then it is likely that you will need to comply […]

Everything About Manufacturing Footwear in Vietnam and Ensuring Product Quality

Manufacturing

Vietnam has been growing rapidly in recent years and is now one of the leading producers of shoes in the world. When it comes to high-volume footwear manufacturing, Vietnam is a very attractive place for many companies. If you’re thinking about manufacturing shoes in Vietnam, this guide will provide you with all the information you […]

How to combine an MDR 2017/745 and an ISO 13485 Supplier Audit

Factory Audits

MDR (EU) 2017/745 is a set of regulations that govern the European medical device market. It was created to ensure the safety and efficacy of medical devices, as well as to improve patient care and treatment options. The regulation includes strict rules for manufacturers of medical devices and in vitro diagnostic medical devices, such as […]

What is Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP)?

Factory Audits

Medical Device Single Audit Program (MDSAP) An MDSAP is a type of audit that focuses on the medical device industry. It is a voluntary program that helps companies to improve their quality management systems and comply with international standards. The program is based on ISO 13485. What is MDSAP? The Medical Device Single Audit Program […]

A Guide to Sourcing in China: Advantages, Challenges, Supplier Selection and Product Quality

Manufacturing

Sourcing in China can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. There are many benefits to sourcing products in China, including lower labor costs, lower production costs, and easier access to raw materials. However, there are also some challenges to sourcing in China, such as language barriers, cultural differences, and quality control […]

Manufacturing in Colombia

Manufacturing

Advantages and challenges of manufacturing in Colombia With a rapidly growing economy and advantageous geographical location for access to the South American markets, Colombia has many benefits for anyone looking to set up a manufacturing base in the country. Colombia has several key advantages for industries seeking a strategic manufacturing location to export throughout the […]

All You Need to Know About Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA)

Supplier Management

Introduction – Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) What if you could systematically prevent manufacturing failures from occurring? What if you could fix the highest-risk processes before they cause a problem? This is the promise of Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA). The following article will describe this powerful analytical method and introduce you to […]

How do Supplier Verification Audits Aid Buyers During Current Chip Crisis?

Supplier Management

Chips Disrupting the World Supply chain disruptions caused by a mix of geopolitical issues, factory fires at large plants in Japan, and the Covid-19 pandemic have led to severe semiconductor shortages around the world. The drop in air flights to carry chips around the world has not helped the situation. And while all this drama […]

Evaluating potential suppliers with Supplier Quality Audits

Factory Audits

What is a Supplier Quality Audit? A supplier quality audit is a general assessment of the supplier’s operation and quality capability. It is more in depth than an initial supplier verification. It is broader in scope that a manufacturing process audit as it covers many aspects of the quality management system, but still less exhaustive […]

A Guide to Motorcycle Quality Control Inspections

Quality Control

Motorcycle inspections: quality control method and checklist God didn’t create metal so that man could make paper clips, says the old Harley Davidson quote. It’s enough to tell you that motorcycles are one of those quintessentially evergreen products, with a need for a solid supply chain to provide the parts required to put these hefty […]

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