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Breaking down language barriers

Published: 3 Oct 2022

Quality Engineer Benjamin Clifford, who works for DISCO Corporation in Japan, was a finalist in the Emerging Talent category at this year’s CQI International Quality Awards. Here, he explains his journey into auditing, and how a multi-lingual auditing programme is improving standards in his organisation.

It all starts with study

Published: 9 Jun 2021

Mitch Beedie, a freelance researcher/writer, suggests a study, decide, plan, do (SDPD) cycle.

Essentials for a safe on-site audit

Published: 8 Jun 2021

Sharjeel Farooq, IRCA Principal Auditor, and Director of Advanced Certifications Pvt Limited in Pakistan, shares his experience and advice on how to hold a safe on-site audit during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Engagement of people

Published: 19 May 2021

Raffat Khatoon Mohammed, CQP MCQI, ISO 9001, 14001 and 45001 Lead Auditor at Qatar Primary Materials Company (QPMC), explains how ‘engagement of people’ helped QPMC to overcome staff and skill shortages during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Serious skills shortage in quality management: Act now

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For some time now, quality leaders have been worried about the growing skills deficit in our profession. So when the CQI and our corporate partners got together at a recent event, everyone agreed on the need for action.

ISO standards in a new world of work

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ISO standards are popular with quality professionals, and for good reason. They provide a common structure, language, and system for organisations across the globe. This supports the development of national and international trade, reducing technical and communication barriers and production costs. Standards also protect workers and consumers. But existing standards have limitations. It’s not easy to see trends in their use. And new technologies, values, and ways of working are challenging established models of standardisation, accreditation and certification.