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Developing quality skills
As part of a series of articles in which quality professionals share their experiences of different quality qualifications, Hugh Edwards, Quality Manager at Qnostics, describes his experience of achieving an MSc in Quality Management at the University of the West of Scotland.
Exploring hidden dimensions: quality culture and cultural quality – Part 2
Continuing their series, IRCA-Certified associate auditor and international project quality lead Rasoul Aivazi and retired auditor Richard Brett use stories from their own experiences to explore how Japanese philosophies are intrinsic in quality.
Overcoming Six Sigma scepticism
Compliance auditor Agata Kucharczyk outlines the significant benefits of employing Six Sigma methodologies, as well as ISO standards, to improve the quality of an organisation’s output.
Getting on the right flight path for quality
After 30 years as an engineer in the Royal Air Force, followed by 15 years in engineering and quality, Dr Tony Kenneson-Adams reflects on how the RAF’s approach to quality can be applied in civilian life
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.
A quality choice
Abigail Cooper CQP FCQI made quality a choice and worked hard to enter the profession, eventually becoming a CQI Fellow. Learn more about her journey.
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.
How to address the green skills gap in your organisation?
Gary Ruffhead CQP MCQI examines the role of quality infrastructure in addressing the green skills gap.
Improving competitiveness with nine quality management tools
Quality management tools are essential for organisations to maintain a competitive edge in the market. These tools aid in identifying areas for improvement, reducing waste, and enhancing productivity, leading to cost savings, improved quality, increased customer satisfaction and loyalty. Quality professionals can improve their individual and team performance by utilising these tools, contributing to the overall success of the organisation.
Preparing for unannounced audits of medical devices
ISO 13485 internal auditor Karandeep Singh Badwal, explains what to expect and how to prepare for unannounced audits of companies with a UKCA or CE-marked medical device.