Quality management has evolved beyond product quality and manufacturing processes to encompass the entire lifecycle of a product or its "quality biography." Today's quality criteria include high product quality, environmental protection, and fair cooperation. This shift in focus requires companies to act credibly and responsibly, making quality management a top task. … [Read more...] about A New Quality: Handbook on Rethinking Quality Management
Working to regulate artificial intelligence
The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) has generated excitement and concern, particularly regarding the need for effective regulation. A BSI poll of 10,000 people across nine countries revealed that 62% desire global guidelines for AI development, reflecting a significant confidence gap in the technology. This concern spans various aspects, including the … [Read more...] about Working to regulate artificial intelligence
Working With an ISO 9001 Certified Logistics Company
Collaborating with an ISO 9001-certified logistics company ensures adherence to high-quality assurance standards, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. ISO 9001 certification emphasizes robust quality management systems, regular audits for compliance, and a commitment to process enhancement. This certification showcases a company's dedication to providing reliable … [Read more...] about Working With an ISO 9001 Certified Logistics Company
Five Steps To Establish Yourself In The Role Of Quality Manager (First 100 Days)
The first 100 days as a quality manager are pivotal in establishing a strong foundation for long-term success. During this period, new quality managers should focus on understanding the organization and its culture, building relationships with key stakeholders, and assessing the current state of the quality management system (QMS). This "honeymoon period" allows managers to … [Read more...] about Five Steps To Establish Yourself In The Role Of Quality Manager (First 100 Days)
Podcast: Approved Vendor/Supplier Lists in Quality Management Systems
Kyle Chambers from Texas Quality Assurance hosts the Quality Matters podcast, aiming to make quality management engaging and accessible for businesses of all sizes. In the episode, Kyle shares insights and best practices learned over the past decade, focusing on practical ways to build and implement quality management systems. Key topics include conducting gap assessments to … [Read more...] about Podcast: Approved Vendor/Supplier Lists in Quality Management Systems
Pursuing A Quality Management Career Without a Degree
The forum thread discusses various insights and advice on pursuing a quality management career without a degree. It highlights that quality managers are in demand and notes that degree programs in quality assurance management are relatively new and not always required. Instead, certifications based on workplace experience are available and cost around $700, including study … [Read more...] about Pursuing A Quality Management Career Without a Degree
Automated quality management (AQM): The complete guide
Automated quality management (AQM), or automated quality assurance, leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to automate the monitoring of quality processes within an organization. Unlike manual quality assurance (QA), which involves human reviewers, AQM can review every customer support interaction, identify training gaps, and improve customer experiences more efficiently and … [Read more...] about Automated quality management (AQM): The complete guide
Book Excerpt: ISO 9001:2015 Internal Audits Made Easy
ISO 9001:2015 Internal audits are crucial for verifying compliance, enhancing process effectiveness, and driving continuous organizational improvement. These audits help identify nonconformities and areas for improvement, ensuring the quality management system (QMS) is effective and aligned with the organization's goals. Internal audits should not merely mimic external … [Read more...] about Book Excerpt: ISO 9001:2015 Internal Audits Made Easy
Enterprise quality management software: 9 factors to consider
Nine essential factors should be considered when selecting enterprise quality management software for large businesses with significant revenue. These factors enhance product quality, customer satisfaction, and compliance with standards, providing a structured approach to evaluating software options.Compliance with relevant regulatory requirements is critical, ensuring the … [Read more...] about Enterprise quality management software: 9 factors to consider
ISO 9001 Clause 8.4 Control of externally provided processes, products and services
ISO 9001 Clause 8.4 covers the requirements for controlling externally provided processes, products, and services. The clause starts with subclause 8.4.1, which mandates that organizations ensure all externally provided processes conform to specified requirements. Businesses must determine the necessary controls when external products and services are intended for incorporation … [Read more...] about ISO 9001 Clause 8.4 Control of externally provided processes, products and services
Book Review: Trust Me – ISO 42001 AI Management System
"Trust Me - ISO 42001 AI Management System" by Gregory Hutchins and Margaux Hutchins is an essential read for anyone involved in AI governance and compliance. This book delves into the revolutionary ISO 42001 standard, comprehensively understanding its underlying theory, complex concepts, and practical applications. The authors explain why this standard is critical, especially … [Read more...] about Book Review: Trust Me – ISO 42001 AI Management System
Assessing changes in reliability methods over time: An unsupervised text mining approach
The study by Charles K. Brown and Bruce G. Cameron analyzes how reliability engineering methods have evolved by performing a systematic literature review on 30,543 reliability engineering papers. Using topic modeling, they identified 279 topics, which were reduced to eight top-level method topics (prognostics, statistics, maintenance, quality control, management, physics of … [Read more...] about Assessing changes in reliability methods over time: An unsupervised text mining approach
Vulnerability and risk management: How to simplify the process
The IT landscape has evolved dramatically, from when centralized software was securely locked away in an office to today's complex ecosystem with numerous devices, software applications, digital assets, and diverse personnel. This shift has created a complicated IT risk landscape, where unmitigated risks can significantly impact business finances, functionality, morale, and … [Read more...] about Vulnerability and risk management: How to simplify the process
SEC Adds New Incident Response Rules for Financial Sector
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced new data-breach reporting regulations for certain financial firms to enhance the protection of consumers' nonpublic personal information. These amendments to Regulation S-P, adopted over 24 years ago, mandate that broker-dealers, investment companies, registered investment advisers, and transfer agents establish robust … [Read more...] about SEC Adds New Incident Response Rules for Financial Sector
Preparing for the departure of an information security officer
The departure of an Information Security Officer (ISO) poses significant challenges for institutions, particularly regarding cybersecurity and compliance. High turnover rates in this role, exacerbated by remote work opportunities, intensify the struggle to retain cybersecurity talent. The departure of an ISO can weaken a company's security posture and compliance framework, … [Read more...] about Preparing for the departure of an information security officer
What To Expect From A NIST 800-171 Gap Analysis
NIST SP 800-171 is a framework designed to help non-federal organizations protect Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). Understanding and achieving compliance can be complex for many small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs). A crucial part of this compliance process is conducting a NIST 800-171 Gap Analysis, which compares current security measures against the ideal … [Read more...] about What To Expect From A NIST 800-171 Gap Analysis
The Impact of NIST SP 800-171 on Small Businesses
NIST SP 800-171 is a specialized data protection framework designed to help non-federal organizations safeguard Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). It applies particularly to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) handling CUI on behalf of the US federal government. Compliance with NIST SP 800-171 requires implementing security controls such as encryption, access … [Read more...] about The Impact of NIST SP 800-171 on Small Businesses
CISA Certification: A Complete Guide
The Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification, administered by ISACA, is a globally recognized credential designed for professionals who audit, control, monitor, and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems. Established in 1969, ISACA offers several certifications, including CISA, which signifies expertise in information systems … [Read more...] about CISA Certification: A Complete Guide
A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Role of ISO/IEC 42001 (AI Management Standard)
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries with applications like hyper-personalization, automation, and predictive analytics. However, this rapid advancement necessitates responsible development and ethical practices. The ISO/IEC 42001 standard, published in 2023, addresses these needs by providing guidelines for implementing, maintaining, and improving an AI … [Read more...] about A Comprehensive Guide to Understanding the Role of ISO/IEC 42001 (AI Management Standard)
ISO 27001:2022 Controls Annex-A: All You Need To Know
ISO 27001 provides a global standard for creating robust information security management systems (ISMS). Annex A of ISO 27001 outlines 114 controls categorized into 14 domains, which organizations use to manage security risks and achieve ISMS certification. An external certification body audits these controls to ensure the organization’s technology and processes are correctly … [Read more...] about ISO 27001:2022 Controls Annex-A: All You Need To Know