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Global Supply Chains are Changing Fast & Creating New Quality Challenges

Global Supply Chains are Changing Fast & Creating New Quality Challenges

Supply chain
Our latest newsletter featured an article written by Pro QC’s VP/Americas, Michael L. Hetzel. In the article, Michael expands on the ideas he presented in a recent interview with Awarely regarding trends in logistics and supply.  The original article is posted below. “Finally, product simplification/modularization/mass customization will dictate short supply chains and inventory reductions. Manufacturing […]
Simplified 5S: What is it & why is it important?

Simplified 5S: What is it & why is it important?

Quality Control
What is 5S? 5S is a lean manufacturing approach to “A place for everything, and everything in its place” based on the Toyota Production System. Quality management has compiled definitions from a variety of sources worth referencing here: 1. 5S definition of Wikipedia.com Sort, straighten, shine, standardize, sustain: a workplace discipline used to ensure reliable work practices […]
Who cares about manufacturing?

Who cares about manufacturing?

Manufacturing
“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 Manufacturing Day Manufacturing Day is a national event that takes place every year on October 3rd, with the aim of encouraging manufacturers to open their doors and share the […]
Tips on quality from Bentley

Tips on quality from Bentley

Quality Control
We recently discovered a video discussing quality control at a Bentley Mulsanne factory.  As a 3rd party quality assurance and engineering firm, we do a significant amount of work in the automotive industry.  From TS 16949 audits to product inspections, it’s an industry we know places value on quality. Of course, Bentley is synonymous with quality, representing to […]