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The future of auditing ESG – or anything else
Ian Rosam CQP MCQI takes a closer look at how audits can help organisations align their business activities with environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles.
The quality professional in the era of sustainability and Quality 4.0
Deming special interest group members Christopher Chinapoo CQP FCQI and Dr Kevan Leach examine the skills and roles the quality professional needs to operate collectively in the era of sustainability.
Role of observers and technical specialists in quality audits
Andrew Ward CQP MCQI outlines the roles of observers and technical specialists in audits – and the ground rules required to ensure a smooth audit process.
Better by design
Quality systems not only make good sense for a successful business, they are increasingly important in ensuring a fairer and cleaner world, says senior auditor Pedro Mejias.
Metrics motivate performance and behaviours
How often do you think about the behaviours your metrics motivate? Are they the ‘right’ ones, and will they motivate ethical behaviours and approaches, asks Ryan Renard CQP FCQI
Calibration – that's what you need
Accurate measures and tests are vital when it comes to producing any goods or services – so doesn’t it make sense to ‘calibrate’ the people who are doing the measuring and testing, asks Andy Nichols CQP FCQI
Elevating the customer experience
In a crowded market, how can quality professionals ensure their brand stands out? Susan Samaroo CQP MCQI explains the benefits of a ‘surprise and delight’ approach.
Preventing workplace injuries with hazard identifcation
IRCA Principal Auditor Ravindiran Gurusamy outlines a methodology that can be used to identify and prevent health and safety hazards in the workplace.
Exploring hidden dimensions Part 6: another look at the double-edged sword
Continuing their series, IRCA-certified Associate Auditor and International Project Quality Lead Rasoul Aivazi and retired auditor Richard Brett explore how Japanese philosophies are intrinsic in quality.
Working towards a zero-harm mindset
Caitlin McArthur, Zero Harm Mindset Delivery and Deployment Manager at Sodexo, offers a case study of how the organisation is working to improve health and safety outcomes for the benefit of employees and the wider organisation.