Summary The full article dives into the critical role of internal audits in the context of ISO 27001, a standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). The article defines internal audit as an independent and objective activity essential for evaluating and improving the effectiveness of an organization's ISMS. These audits are mandatory under the ISO … [Read more...] about Understanding and Enhancing the Values of ISO/IEC 27001 Internal Audit
Minimizing Harms and Maximizing the Potential of Generative AI
Elham Tabassi explores the complexities surrounding generative AI, such as ChatGPT, and its societal impact. The article begins by drawing parallels between the advent of social media and the emergence of generative AI tools. Just as social media brought connection and challenges, generative AI presents a mix of potential benefits and risks, including misinformation and job … [Read more...] about Minimizing Harms and Maximizing the Potential of Generative AI
What is a System Audit Report (SAR)? – A Brief Guide
Riddika Grover's article delves into the significance of the System Audit Report (SAR) in financial data security. The article underscores SAR as a crucial strategy for combating various threats, including money laundering and geopolitical uncertainties, and highlights its importance in ensuring safe payment gateways. The main objective of this guide is to shed light on the … [Read more...] about What is a System Audit Report (SAR)? – A Brief Guide
Top 10 ISO 27001 Compliance Challenges and Smart Fixes for Your Business
SecureSlate's article addresses the critical challenges businesses face while complying with ISO 27001 standards. Recognizing the growing significance of digital security and the increasing rate of cyber incidents, the article emphasizes that ISO 27001 adoption is essential for businesses to protect data and comply with cybersecurity regulations. The article begins by … [Read more...] about Top 10 ISO 27001 Compliance Challenges and Smart Fixes for Your Business
ISO Standards in Documentation: Helpful or Hindering?
Rachele Augusto's article, "ISO Standards in Documentation: Helpful or Hindering?" examines the evolving role of ISO standards in technical documentation. The report begins by tracing the history of ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standards in documentation, starting from the early 20th century. It notes the introduction of ISO 216 in 1975, which … [Read more...] about ISO Standards in Documentation: Helpful or Hindering?
The Complications of Cyber Risk Quantification
In this article, Maahnoor Siddiqui addresses the critical and complex nature of Cyber Risk Quantification (CRQ) in the current digital era. The author writes that CRQ is crucial for organizations striving to protect their digital assets. CRQ involves assigning a monetary value to potential losses from cybersecurity breaches, which extends beyond traditional risk assessment by … [Read more...] about The Complications of Cyber Risk Quantification
ISO 27001 vs. NIST Cybersecurity Framework: What’s the Difference?
The article provides a comprehensive comparison between two significant cybersecurity guidelines: ISO 27001 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (NIST CSF). While overlapping in some aspects, these frameworks have distinct approaches to enhancing information security. ISO 27001, developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International … [Read more...] about ISO 27001 vs. NIST Cybersecurity Framework: What’s the Difference?
NIST Releases Phish Scale User Guide for Detecting Sinister Phishing Emails
The National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) Human-Centered Cybersecurity program has released the NIST Phish Scale User Guide. This guide provides comprehensive instructions for applying the Phish Scale, a global method organizations use to assess the difficulty of detecting human phishing in emails. It's beneficial for implementers of phishing awareness … [Read more...] about NIST Releases Phish Scale User Guide for Detecting Sinister Phishing Emails
How to Assess and Strengthen Your Company’s Security Posture
The article addresses the critical issue of cybersecurity in the modern business landscape. The author writes about the growing need for organizations to fortify their cybersecurity strategies in response to escalating cyber threats projected to incur substantial global financial losses. It emphasizes the concept of security posture, which encompasses an organization's … [Read more...] about How to Assess and Strengthen Your Company’s Security Posture
Forum Discussion: Clause 7.5.3 and Required Work Instructions in ISO 9001
This forum discussion from late November 2023 focused on the requirement of work instructions in Clause 7.5.3 Required Work Instructions in ISO 9001, particularly under controlled conditions as per clause 8.5.1. One user pointed out a potential misinterpretation of the clause, suggesting that the necessity for documented information should be determined based on its … [Read more...] about Forum Discussion: Clause 7.5.3 and Required Work Instructions in ISO 9001
Lean Six Sigma: Definition, Principles, and Benefits
For quality professionals and non-quality professionals who may have not delved into Lean Six Sigma (LSS), this article provides a good summary. The LSS methodology combines the principles of Lean (focusing on reducing waste and inefficiency) and Six Sigma (aiming to minimize defects and variations in processes). LSS is described as a data-driven process improvement methodology … [Read more...] about Lean Six Sigma: Definition, Principles, and Benefits
Quality Metrics and Their Reporting
This fairly practical article emphasizes the significance of quality metrics in organizations, offering a methodology for effectively selecting, tracking, and reporting these metrics. The article outlines that quality metrics should be monitored to benefit the enterprise. Good metrics are described as providing an unbiased performance assessment and maintaining a balance … [Read more...] about Quality Metrics and Their Reporting
Quality 4.0: Learning Quality Control, The Evolution of Statistical Quality Control
This article introduces a new concept called Learning Quality Control (LQC), an evolution of Statistical Quality Control (SQC). LQC is a process monitoring system that leverages machine learning and deep learning to enhance quality control in manufacturing. It focuses on real-time defect prediction or detection using historical samples, which include process measurements and … [Read more...] about Quality 4.0: Learning Quality Control, The Evolution of Statistical Quality Control
Evaluating And Validating A Supplier’s Quality The Right Way
This article discusses the importance and methods of assessing a supplier's quality in manufacturing and production processes. The article emphasizes that a supplier's quality directly affects the final product's quality. It categorizes supplier quality into two key aspects: their operational behavior and support towards customers and their ability to provide the best quality … [Read more...] about Evaluating And Validating A Supplier’s Quality The Right Way
A Process for All Reasons: Satisfying Customers, Stakeholders, and Budgets
In this article, Ian Lazarus discusses the challenges of balancing customer satisfaction, stakeholder interests, and budget constraints in process improvement and design. Lazarus starts by addressing the dilemma of creating enduring quality in products and processes, particularly when faced with the desire for rich and flexible design. He points out that simply saying “no” to … [Read more...] about A Process for All Reasons: Satisfying Customers, Stakeholders, and Budgets
How to Reduce Manufacturing Costs with Connected Worker Software
This article explores the impact of connected worker software in reducing manufacturing costs. The article begins by noting the significant costs associated with poor quality in manufacturing, as reported by the American Society for Quality (ASQ). These costs can range from 10% to 40% of revenue, translating to substantial losses for large manufacturers. The article argues that … [Read more...] about How to Reduce Manufacturing Costs with Connected Worker Software
Deciding Which Events to Escalate Into a CAPA System
The article discusses the importance of a Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA) system within a quality management system (QMS), particularly for organizations needing to comply with FDA regulations and ISO standards. A CAPA process is crucial for analyzing customer complaints and non-conformances to identify and implement corrective and preventive actions. Corrective action … [Read more...] about Deciding Which Events to Escalate Into a CAPA System
ISO 9001 Clause 7.5.3 Control of Documented Information, Explained
Clause 7.5.3 of ISO 9001, titled "Control of Documented Information," is critical to implementing and maintaining a quality management system (QMS) compliant with ISO 9001:2015 standards. This clause necessitates the organization to systematically organize and collect essential information pertinent to various processes and develop simplified, user-friendly materials suitable … [Read more...] about ISO 9001 Clause 7.5.3 Control of Documented Information, Explained
Coordinating Quality Decisions in a Two-Stage Supply Chain under Buyer Dominance
This academic article investigates quality decision-making in a two-stage supply chain under buyer dominance. The research delves into the complexities of quality control in supply chains, noting that increased screening efforts can considerably affect consumer satisfaction by reducing product returns and boosting demand. However, one key issue is that one actor in the supply … [Read more...] about Coordinating Quality Decisions in a Two-Stage Supply Chain under Buyer Dominance
NIST’s 2023 Annual Report on the U.S. Manufacturing Economy
The National Institute of Standards and Technology's (NIST) 2023 report on the U.S. Manufacturing Economy focuses on comparing U.S. industry to other countries, trends in the domestic sector, and industry trends compared to other countries. The report highlights the U.S. as a major manufacturing nation but notes that other countries are rising rapidly. In 2021, the global … [Read more...] about NIST’s 2023 Annual Report on the U.S. Manufacturing Economy