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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.
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
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.
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.
Changing minds
How entrenched can we become in our own way of thinking? Ryan Renard CQP MCQI, SQMS Manager at Ontic, looks at how quality professionals can change minds – including their own.
Considering an alternative Lean approach to ISO's Harmonized Structure
Sucilla Harrikissoon CQP MCQI examines the importance of a Lean approach to implementing ISO’s Harmonized Structure.
Just listen....
Last month we took a look at the noble art of questioning. Let’s now explore an even more important skill – how to listen to the answers we get.
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 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.
Changing the direction of quality for a sustainable future
Lowellyne James CQP FCQI, highlights the need for quality professionals to be at the forefront of the fight to combat the impact of climate change.