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Counterfeiting in the nuclear sector

Published: 27 Jun 2022

The nuclear sector is a heavily regulated industry, but constant vigilance is required for counterfeit suspect fraudulent items. The CQI’s Chair, Amanda McKay CQP FCQI, Director of Quality at the Atomic Weapons Establishment, tells us how the nuclear industry works to avoid any instances of counterfeit materials.

CQI Volunteer of the Year winner 2023

Published: 22 Jun 2022

Meet the International Quality Awards CQI Volunteer of the year winner

This award recognises the individual that shows real enthusiasm and dedication for volunteering for the CQI, furthering the aims of the institute, and making a positive impact on people or a project.

CQI Volunteer of the Year winner 2022

Published: 22 Jun 2022

Meet the International Quality Awards CQI Volunteer of the year winner

This award recognises the individual that shows real enthusiasm and dedication for volunteering for the CQI, furthering the aims of the institute, and making a positive impact on people or a project.

How the International Quality Awards can drive internal improvement

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Ahead of the International Quality Awards 2022, we hear from one of this year’s judges, Kate Smith, Managing Director at Capella Associates, as she looks at how applying for an award can be used as a self-assessment and benchmarking tool in order to improve your organisation.

The Survivors Trust welcomes being put to the test

Published: 22 Jun 2022

As sexual assault referral centres in the UK continue to work towards achieving accreditation to ISO 15189 by October 2023, The Survivors Trust is working to become a UKAS-accredited inspection body. Chris Sharif, Policy and Standards Manager at the trust, explains the process and its importance. 

Supporting vulnerable consumers

Published: 13 Jun 2022

The Inclusive Service Kitemark has been launched by BSI to assist vulnerable consumers. We speak to Natasha Bambridge, Global Consumer Promise Practice Director at BSI, about how the Kitemark will help protect and support consumers.  

The art of calibration

Published: 13 Jun 2022

It’s critical to maintain the measurement accuracy of test instruments if they are to work properly, explains Steve Winder, Service Sales Manager at Calibrationhouse, which provides UKAS accredited calibration services for all types of electronic equipment. 

Life cycle of ISO 14001:2015

Published: 13 Jun 2022

According to the CQI Workforce Insights 2021-22 research, 22% of quality and audit professionals have roles or responsibilities for environmental management. Sustainable development goals should form a key part of the business process, says IRCA Principal Auditor Ravindiran Gurusamy, as he examines the lifecycle perspective of ISO 14001 and its importance in achieving sustainable development goals.