26 - July 2025
26
July
2025
For the past two decades, China has been the backbone of global manufacturing, offering unmatched scale, speed, and cost efficiency. However, in today’s changing economic and geopolitical landscape, many businesses....
21 - July 2025
21
July
2025
Thailand is quickly positioning itself as one of Asia’s most strategic manufacturing alternatives. Backed by over $20 billion in foreign direct investment (FDI) annually and driven....
16 - July 2025
16
July
2025
Global brands are re-evaluating their sourcing strategies in response to rising costs, geopolitical tensions, and ongoing supply chain disruptions. While China has long dominated as the world’s manufacturing hub, countries like Thailand and India are quickly....
08 - July 2025
08
July
2025
For decades, China was the undisputed hub of global manufacturing — but rising costs, geopolitical tensions, and supply chain disruptions have prompted companies to rethink their sourcing strategies. Today, more companies are turning to Mexico....
17 - June 2025
25
June
2025
How to Conduct a QMS Audit in India?
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17 - June 2025
17
June
2025
Outsourcing production to contract manufacturers (CMs) can streamline operation
12 - June 2025
12
June
2025
How Quality Control Inspections Work in Thailand...
2 - June 2025
2
June
2025
In any business that depends on external suppliers, quality and consistency are non-negotiable. But how can you be sure that your suppliers are truly delivering what they promise? One of the most ....
26 - May 2025
26
May
2025
Global manufacturing is continuously evolving at a remarkable pace. Geopolitical shifts, digital transformation, cost pressures, and supply chain realignments are prompting businesses....
20 - May 2025
20
May
2025
Mexico has emerged as a major hub for manufacturing and supply chain operations, especially for companies i....
19 - May 2025
19
May
2025
Supplier performance directly impacts your product quality, operational efficiency, and brand reputation. But with teams often working across different time zones and continents....
12 - May 2025
12
May
2025
Malaysia is a premier manufacturing hub in Southeast Asia. According to the Malaysian Investment Development Authority (MIDA), “Malaysia, with its extensive trade....
22 - April 2025
22
April
2025
Healthcare is rapidly evolving, ensuring consistent and high-quality patient care. Total Quality Management (TQM) in healthcare is more than just a buzzword—it is a powerful....
16 - April 2025
16
April
2025
Total Quality Management (TQM) is a mindset that involves everyone in the organization working toward a common goal: achieving excellence through quality. From....
10 - April 2025
10
April
2025
Total Quality Management (TQM) is a business philosophy that prioritizes quality in every aspect of an organization. TQM is more than just a set of practices....
03 - April 2025
03
April
2025
Total Quality Management (TQM) is a comprehensive approach aimed at improving the quality of products and services. It involves all members of an organization in the process of continuous improvement. TQM....
25 - March 2025
25
March
2025
Quality control in healthcare involves the systematic monitoring and evaluation of healthcare processes to meet established standards and regulatory requirements. Quality control is essential in preventing errors, enhancing treatment outcomes, and optimizing healthcare services....
18 - March 2025
18
March
2025
Total Quality Control (TQC) is a comprehensive approach to improving the quality of products, services, and processes within an organization. It emphasizes ...
12 - March 2025
12
March
2025
The success of an organization is closely tied to the effectiveness of its continuous improvement (CI) efforts. Total Quality Management (TQM) and Six Sigma ...
05 - March 2025
05
March
2025
Quality inspectors are employed across all manufacturing industries to carefully examine finished products for defects such as scratches ...
28 - February 2025
28
February
2025
Quality control is not just about checking the finished product; it's about taking the right steps from ...
27 - February 2025
27
February
2025
Quality isn’t a choice; it’s a commitment that begins the moment production starts. PwC’s Global Manufacturing Report suggests that companies ...
19 - February 2025
19
February
2025
Companies rely on QC professionals to detect defects, prevent errors, and improve processes. But what skills are necessary for success in this field? To excel ...
13 - February 2025
13
February
2025
Quality Control (QC) tests and checks ensure that every product leaving the production line is reliable, functional, and defect-free. QC techniques. And the ...
22 - January 2025
22
January
2025
In the automotive industry, product quality is an important issue as it is linked to safety and human life. And the ...
10 - January 2025
10
January
2025
Broadly speaking, the quality control process has three steps: the specification of what is wanted, the production of things to satisfy the specification ...
07 - January 2025
07
January
2025
The emphasis on customer satisfaction and continuous quality improvement is central to both quality assurance and quality control. Quality assurance ...
06 - January 2025
06
January
2025
Quality standards not substantially different from ours have been evident for centuries.Feigenbaumn’s definition of quality says ...
20 - December 2024
20
December
2024
Quality is a key differentiator for success, and organizations must adopt strategies that drive continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. Total Quality Management...
20 - December 2024
20
December
2024
Organizations constantly strive to improve their processes, enhance customer satisfaction, and achieve operational excellence. One philosophy that has stood the test...
12 - December 2024
12
December
2024
Organizations rely on structured approaches to maintain and enhance their standards. Two pivotal strategies for achieving this are Quality Assurance (QA) and...
11 - December 2024
11
December
2024
On November 25, 2024, US President-elect Donald Trump revealed his intention to impose additional tariffs on imports from China, Mexico, and Canada. Specifically, he plans...
10 - December 2024
10
December
2024
Quality Assurance Process Improvement focuses on identifying inefficiencies, eliminating bottlenecks, and implementing smarter strategies...
26 - November 2024
26
November
2024
Consumers demand reliability, durability, and exceptional performance, which means businesses need a robust system in place to ensure they meet those expectations consistently. Enter the Quality Assurance (QA) Manager—the individual...
26 - November 2024
26
November
2024
In product development and manufacturing, two common terms often used interchangeably are Quality Engineering (QE) and Quality Assurance (QA). However, while both fields share a focus on quality, they have distinct roles, processes, and objectives. Understanding these...
19 - November 2024
19
November
2024
Quality Assurance (QA) is the foundation that ensures everything functions as it should.Think about it: when you use an app, buy a product, or visit a website, you expect it to work smoothly. You don’t want glitches, crashes, or surprises. That’s where...
15 - November 2024
15
November
2024
Quality Assurance (QA) ensures that products, services, and processes meet the required standards and function as expected. However, QA isn’t a one-time...
23 - October 2024
23
October
2024
The role of a Quality Assurance (QA) Specialist has become indispensable across various industries. From software development to manufacturing, these professionals...
22 - October 2024
22
October
2024
QA emphasizes prevention, aiming to enhance customer satisfaction and streamline processes. By implementing effective QA practices, organizations can not only reduce...
21 - October 2024
21
October
2024
Every interaction shapes customer perceptions. So, quality assurance (QA) has become the backbone of successful organizations. It’s not just about checking boxes; it’s about...
14 - October 2024
14
October
2024
When consumer expectations are higher, maintaining quality is not just an option—it's a necessity. Quality assurance (QA) methods are the backbone of successful...
25 - September 2024
25
September
2024
QA systems focus on monitoring and improving every stage of development to prevent issues before they occur.The concept of quality assurance...
25 - September 2024
25
September
2024
In today's competitive markets quality assurance (QA) management is essential for businesses aiming to meet and exceed the strict standards of product quality...
24 - September 2024
24
September
2024
At the heart of societal growth and business success lies the fundamental element of trust. In the absence of trust, systems, relationships, and commercial endeavors...
23 - September 2024
23
September
2024
Quality Assurance (QA) is critical in the software development lifecycle, focusing not just on identifying bugs but on preventing them from occurring. By adhering to predefined...
23 - September 2024
23
September
2024
It’s extremely common nowadays for businesses, especially those involved in product manufacturing, to have international business operations, global supply chains...
19 - September 2024
19
September
2024
Vietnam's manufacturing industry has grown exponentially due to its strategic geographic location, competitive labor costs, rapid industrialisation, infrastructure...
16 - September 2024
16
September
2024
Mexico has always encouraged investors and foreign companies to manufacture in Mexico. This has been largely through tax incentives, grants, economic policies, duty...
10 - September 2024
10
September
2024
On 24 August 2024, NASA announced that the astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry ‘Butch’ Wilmore would need to wait until next year to be safely returned to Earth. The astronauts were...
09 - September 2024
09
September
2024
Maquiladoras are manufacturing facilities in Mexico that work together with a company’s main office in the United States. These plants let businesses take advantage...
27 - August 2024
27
August
2024
Hiring a Supplier Quality Engineer (SQE) in China is a critical move for any company that relies on Chinese suppliers. The SQE plays a pivotal role in ensuring that...
24 - July 2024
24
July
2024
ERP stands for Enterprise Resource Planning. It's a type of software that companies use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement...
23 - July 2024
23
July
2024
In manufacturing, the quest for efficiency, quality, and speed has led to the adoption of various methodologies aimed at enhancing productivity and reducing costs...
18 - July 2024
18
July
2024
Return Merchandise Authorization, or RMA for short, plays a pivotal role in both manufacturing and retail worlds. It connects two critical concepts...
12 - July 2024
12
July
2024
Traceability in manufacturing refers to the ability to track and trace every aspect of the production and distribution process...
15 - May 2024
15
May
2024
SA8000, originating from Social Accountability International (SAI), is a globally recognized certification program designed to uphold...
01 - May 2024
01
May
2024
The A3 process, derived from the practices of Toyota, is a structured problem-solving methodology designed to address complex...
21 - February 2024
21
February
2024
Lean manufacturing is a key method used to streamline production. Its overall objective is to maximise value and customer...
21 - February 2024
21
February
2024
Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is an essential tool used for ensuring product quality and reliability. It offers a method...
15 - February 2024
15
February
2024
When you’re working with quality management professionals, you probably hear the terms ‘quality control’ and ‘quality inspection’ used a lot...
14 - February 2024
14
February
2024
New Product Introduction (NPI) is the process of taking a product from the initial concept stage through to mass production and commercialization ...
14 - February 2024
14
February
2024
Lean and Six Sigma are two process improvement tools that can be used separately or together to enhance efficiency and quality ...
02 - February 2024
02
February
2024
Six Sigma and Lean are two commonly used methods for improving manufacturing operational excellence. While both are process ...
18 - January 2024
18
January
2024
Quality is a vital factor in manufacturing, as it affects every aspect of the production process and the final ...
18 - January 2024
18
January
2024
Welcome to the realm of making things just right - manufacturing inspection, the quality control maestro. It's like ...
08 - January 2024
08
January
2024
Embark on an exploration of Six Sigma, a transformative method that is reshaping how industries approach system ...
03 - January 2024
03
January
2024
Continuous improvement and Lean systems are related concepts that aim to enhance the efficiency, quality, and value of products ...
03 - January 2024
03
January
2024
Continuous improvement and Lean systems are related concepts that aim to enhance the efficiency, quality, and value of products ...
30 - December 2023
30
December
2023
One of the key tools AMREP uses in its quality engineering work is the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP). Here, we explain what ...
21 - November 2023
21
November
2023
2023 was the year when suddenly everybody was talking about AI. The creative industries worried about how generative AI image, sound, and writing ...
21 - November 2023
21
November
2023
A process audit checklist is a tool that helps you to evaluate the performance and compliance of a process against a set of standards or criteria...
21 - November 2023
21
November
2023
VDA 6.3, an acronym for Verband der Automobilindustrie (German Association of the Automotive Industry), sets the stage for a meticulous examination ...
06 - October 2023
06
October
2023
A manufacturing process audit is a systematic and in-depth examination of manufacturing processes to assess production performance and identify potential or ...
05 - October 2023
05
October
2023
Layered Process Audit is a quality tool designed specifically for manufacturing management. It is meant for auditing organizational processes ...
21 - September 2023
21
September
2023
A quality audit is a procedure in which a team of auditors, either internal or external, thoroughly examines a quality system. It is a key component ...
14 - October 2022
14
October
2022
Supply chain management (SCM) is the process of planning, measuring, and monitoring the flow of goods and services from the suppliers ...
13 - October 2022
13
October
2022
In today's fast-paced, global supply chain environment, manufacturers must react quickly and effectively to changing market conditions ...
10 - October 2022
10
October
2022
Supply chain management is a complex process that involves managing vendors, inventory, and logistics....
16 - September 2022
16
September
2022
AMREP Supplier Management Services has been in business for over 30 years. In this interview with Sharon Wong from the Singapore Quality Reliability...
09 - September 2022
09
September
2022
Your suppliers are essential to your business, ensuring that you have all your products and materials at cost-effective prices....
31 - August 2022
31
August
2022
Supplier quality management plays an integral role in the success of any manufacturing plant. It also helps OEM companies to deal with ...
10 - May 2022
10
May
2022
First Article Inspections (FAI) is an advanced quality inspection method that allows you to verify production results thoroughly ...
10 - April 2022
10
April
2022
Most supplier problem resolutions do not start at the production stage. Many problems begin from working with suppliers whose...
08 - April 2022
08
April
2022
A Canadian energy infrastructure provider enlisted AMREPInspect to help them prevent quality problems with their ‘Made in China’...
06 - April 2022
06
April
2022
With the rush of the automotive and aerospace industries into Mexico over the last few years, it’s been an extremely busy...
30 - March 2022
30
March
2022
Online supplier directories and B2B marketplaces like Alibaba, Global Sources, IndiaMart, DH Gate, and HKTDC have...
24 - March 2022
24
March
2022
When you use a new supplier, start new production operations, or shift your manufacturing overseas, there is often a great mismatch between...
21 - March 2022
21
March
2022
Your company has decided to outsource its production or source components from overseas suppliers. It’s a good approach ...
19 - March 2022
19
March
2022
AMREP Supplier Management Services is back again working in the Defense Electronics industry. Previously our work was...
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