Non-conformance in the workplace occurs when processes or products fail to meet specified requirements, leading to inefficiencies, safety risks, or regulatory violations. It can be categorized into minor and significant non-conformances, with minor issues typically involving isolated documentation or procedural errors. In contrast, major non-conformances include critical … [Read more...] about How to Identify Non-Conformance at Work
A Management System for Data Quality
A Data Quality Management System (DQMS) offers organizations a structured approach to managing data quality, adapting ISO 9001 principles to the data domain. While ISO 27001 is widely recognized for information security, and ISO 8000 focuses on specific aspects of data quality, ISO 9001 provides a general framework that can be effectively applied to ensure high data quality … [Read more...] about A Management System for Data Quality
The Quality Manager as Risk Manager
Risk management is essential for organizational success, as it helps businesses anticipate and respond to potential threats before they cause significant disruptions. The discussion highlights that risk can be both internal, such as staffing shortages or process failures, and external, like economic downturns or cybersecurity breaches. A quality manager’s role extends beyond … [Read more...] about The Quality Manager as Risk Manager
Cost of Quality: Cost of Conformance & Cost of Nonconformance
The Cost of Quality (CoQ) represents the total investment a company makes to ensure products meet quality standards and the expenses incurred when quality failures occur. CoQ is divided into two primary categories: the cost of conformance, which includes prevention and appraisal costs, and the cost of non-conformance, which covers internal and external failure costs. Businesses … [Read more...] about Cost of Quality: Cost of Conformance & Cost of Nonconformance
Understanding How Quality Spreads in Manufacturing
In manufacturing, every operation and subassembly contributes to the quality of the final product. Understanding how these attributes are transmitted throughout production is essential for identifying quality issues and implementing improvements. Quality transmissibility helps manufacturers analyze the relationship between individual subassemblies and the overall product, … [Read more...] about Understanding How Quality Spreads in Manufacturing
How to organize a training program for ISO 9001
Organizing a successful ISO 9001 training program requires a structured approach that aligns with QMS objectives and compliance requirements. ISO 9001 emphasizes competency-based training, ensuring employees have the knowledge, skills, and experience to maintain high-quality standards. Clauses 5.3, 7.1.6, and 7.2 outline the need for defining roles, establishing competence … [Read more...] about How to organize a training program for ISO 9001
Case Studies of AI for Superhuman Quality Control in Electronics
AI transforms quality control in electronics manufacturing by improving accuracy, reducing costs, and increasing efficiency. Traditional quality control methods rely heavily on human inspectors, who typically catch about 80% of defects, whereas AI-powered inspection systems can achieve up to 99% accuracy. AI’s ability to process large datasets, adapt to new product designs, and … [Read more...] about Case Studies of AI for Superhuman Quality Control in Electronics
AI in Manufacturing: Reshaping Quality Control and Efficiency
AI is revolutionizing the manufacturing sector by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing quality control. Predictive maintenance, one of AI’s most impactful applications, enables manufacturers to anticipate machine failures and perform maintenance before breakdowns occur, reducing unplanned downtime and improving safety. AI-powered real-time quality control further … [Read more...] about AI in Manufacturing: Reshaping Quality Control and Efficiency
The State of Quality Management in 2025 and Beyond
As manufacturers enter 2025, they face mounting challenges, including labor shortages, economic uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, and the pressing need for digital transformation. A recent survey of over 330 U.S. manufacturing leaders highlights these concerns, with 56% citing a lack of skilled labor as a top pressure driver and 45% identifying digital transformation as a … [Read more...] about The State of Quality Management in 2025 and Beyond
The Rise of Agentic AI: How Hyper-Automation is Reshaping Cybersecurity
Agentic AI is reshaping cybersecurity and the workforce, offering unprecedented efficiency by enabling systems to perform tasks autonomously. Unlike traditional automation, which relies on predefined workflows, agentic AI dynamically adapts and collaborates across domains, handling complex tasks such as incident remediation and threat hunting without constant human … [Read more...] about The Rise of Agentic AI: How Hyper-Automation is Reshaping Cybersecurity
The Hard Truth About Breaking Into Cybersecurity
Breaking into cybersecurity has become more competitive than ever, as the market is saturated with candidates holding standard certifications like Security+ or CySA+. While certifications are still important, they are no longer enough. Employers now seek candidates with degrees, practical experience, and specialized skills to stand out in this crowded field. Degrees from … [Read more...] about The Hard Truth About Breaking Into Cybersecurity
The Ultimate SaaS Security Admin Guide for 2025
SaaS security involves securing access to and using cloud-based applications to protect against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other cyber threats. It relies on the shared responsibility model, where cloud service providers ensure infrastructure security while customers manage data and application security. Critical elements include encryption, backups, multi-factor … [Read more...] about The Ultimate SaaS Security Admin Guide for 2025
A Deep Dive into ISO 27001 Password Requirements
ISO 27001 underscores the critical role of password management in safeguarding sensitive data and achieving a strong security posture. It encourages organizations to develop password policies emphasizing complexity, minimum character lengths, and multi-factor authentication while promoting regular reviews and updates to stay ahead of evolving threats. Shared accounts are … [Read more...] about A Deep Dive into ISO 27001 Password Requirements
Key steps to scaling automated compliance while maintaining security
Organizations face technical, operational, and resource challenges when implementing scalable , automated compliance frameworks. These include integrating data from diverse sources, managing vendor onboarding, and tailoring systems to specific organizational needs. Effective strategies involve leveraging automation to streamline processes, implementing tiered risk assessments, … [Read more...] about Key steps to scaling automated compliance while maintaining security
CISA Releases National Cyber Incident Response Plan update
The NCIRP serves as a strategic national framework for addressing cyber incidents, focusing on coordination between public and private stakeholders under the guidance of Presidential Policy Directive 41 (PPD-41). It aims to enhance national preparedness by leveraging contributions from various entities and aligning their efforts during significant cyber incidents. This plan … [Read more...] about CISA Releases National Cyber Incident Response Plan update
Does an actually decent GRC platform exist?
Some widespread frustration exists with Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms, which many find inflexible or overly complex. Critics pointed to issues such as a lack of adaptability, poor evidence integration for audits, and a focus on compliance that overlooks governance and risk management. While some platforms like ZenGRC, Hyperproof, and OneTrust were mentioned … [Read more...] about Does an actually decent GRC platform exist?
Breaking Into the U.S. Market: Cybersecurity Compliance to Fuel International Growth
Expanding into the U.S. market presents significant growth opportunities for Europe-based cloud service providers (CSPs), but achieving success requires aligning with American cybersecurity compliance expectations. Unlike the EU’s GDPR, the U.S. lacks a comprehensive national privacy law, making adherence to voluntary frameworks such as SOC 2 and ISO 27001 essential for … [Read more...] about Breaking Into the U.S. Market: Cybersecurity Compliance to Fuel International Growth
CISA, JCDC, Government and Industry Partners Publish AI Cybersecurity Collaboration Playbook
The AI Cybersecurity Collaboration Playbook, released by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) through the Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative (JCDC), offers critical guidance for managing cybersecurity risks in AI systems. Designed for AI providers, developers, and adopters, the playbook promotes voluntary sharing of actionable information related to AI … [Read more...] about CISA, JCDC, Government and Industry Partners Publish AI Cybersecurity Collaboration Playbook
A Catalog of ISO 27002 Controls
ISO/IEC 27002:2022 is a widely recognized international standard that outlines best practices for implementing information security controls. It supports organizations in mitigating risks to information assets, whether physical, digital, or intellectual. The standard’s 93 controls are categorized into organizational, people, physical, and technological domains, with additional … [Read more...] about A Catalog of ISO 27002 Controls
Common Mistakes in ISO 27001 Implementation and How to Avoid Them
ISO 27001 implementation is critical for establishing a robust Information Security Management System (ISMS), but organizations often encounter common pitfalls that hinder success. One major issue is insufficient management commitment, as leadership involvement is vital for driving cultural and operational changes. Another frequent mistake is poorly defining the ISMS scope, … [Read more...] about Common Mistakes in ISO 27001 Implementation and How to Avoid Them