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Forces of destruction
Christopher Chinapoo CQP FCQI and Dr Kevan Leach from the CQI’s Deming special interest group look at the perils of extrinsic motivators in systemic perspectives and how to build functional relationships and teams.

The effectiveness of corrective action in the construction industry
K. Amarnath takes a look at the effectiveness of corrective actions, especially in the construction industry where tackling nonconformities is a never-ending challenge.

Exploring hidden dimensions – quality culture and cultural quality
In the first part of a series, Rasoul Aivazi and Richard Brett use stories from their own experiences to explore how Japanese philosophies are intrinsic in quality.

12 ways the oil and gas sector makes quality work
Govind Tiwari CQI MCQI explores the role of quality in the oil and gas sector, and outlines why standards, compliance and risk management are its bedrock.

The key to compliance
IRCA Principal Auditor Ravindiran Gurusamy examines the compliance obligations that are required in an environmental management system.

The power of ISO 56001: shaping the future of innovation management
ISO 56001 Innovation management system – requirements is due to be published next year. Frédéric Sauzet calls on members to get involved during the current development stage of the standard.

Embracing sustainability – an integrated approach to managing business
Oluwafemi Adare CQP MCQI, secretary of the Integrated Management SIG and a committee member of the sustainability SIG, delves into the benefits of an integrated management system approach to sustainability.

Audit opening meeting – the crucial first step
Making certain the opening meeting of an audit goes well is vital to ensure the success of the process, says Mark Walsh CQP MCQI

Making a lasting impact on sustainability
LifeScan Scotland was among the finalists at the International Quality Awards (IQA) 2023 in the Sustainability Impact category, with the organisation’s ONEarth team praised by the judges for its work on a range of sustainability issues.

Breaking new ground with innovative digital solution
Among the finalists at the International Quality Awards 2023 in the Digital Innovation category was a Balfour Beatty VINCI team that developed a digital tool to streamline processes for employees on site when breaking ground as part of the HS2 rail project.