A recent article posted to Supply Chain Digital “raises the point that all companies need to see evidence of suppliers’ own manufacturing and sourcing practices, particularly in health and safety, quality assurance and ethics.” Due to the risks involved, retailers, associations and others are increasingly refining supplier requirements. Organizations wanting …
Inc. posted an article a few weeks ago that identified tips for becoming a billionaire. And, it’s no surprise to us that each recommendation is either directly or indirectly related to quality. The following were cited as “insider success secrets:” Live well below your means. Focus on quality above everything. Think …
“Manufacturing is more than just putting parts together. It’s coming up with ideas, testing principles and perfecting the engineering, as well as final assembly.” ~James Dyson We post this quote predictably each year as Manufacturing Day approaches. This year, Manufacturing Day will be observed on October 7th. What is Manufacturing …
The September issue of Harvard Business Review includes an article related to The Elements of Value. In the article, a study highlights what customers value in products varies by industry. An included table summarizes the top 10 elements of value that various industries find influence loyalty. (Left) The 10 types of …
Over the years, we’ve had our share of inquiries related to organizations seeking to resolve a recall situation. While many of these calls are reactive, a proactive approach is recommended to avoid the cost and overall impact to stakeholders. How can you avoid product recalls? Know Product Safety Requirements – Avoiding recalls …
A report issued by McKinsey & Company predicting trends up through 2020 in the global automotive industry identifies four challenges that will affect the industry’s growth. With these four challenges in mind, we offer quality solutions that effectively hedge or otherwise prepare those working within the industry. Complexity and cost …
Are you a Quality Aficionado? Use the Likert-type scale below to answer the 20 questions, and then total up your score. Strongly Disagree> 1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 <Strongly Agree You notice non-conformances in products when you go shopping. You may or may not speculate …
