The increase in media reports about issues with overseas suppliers has pushed all things quality-focused into the spotlight. From conferences to consulting firms to software providers ? total quality management [TQM] is a hot topic. And nowhere is this more evident than in North American where manufacturers that previously took a hands-off approach to dealing with overseas suppliers, are now actively engaging with their providers to ensure conformance with organization and government regulatory standards.
Although implementing a Quality Management System can sound like a daunting task, it doesn't have to be. In fact, it's easier thanyou think ?thanks to out-of-the box and customizable total quality management software solutions. If you're in the market for a Quality Management System, look for a programthat includes specially designed modules to address each of the following topics:
- -Non-conformance & Product Defects
- -Supplier Management
- -Supplier Non-conformances
- -Customer Management
- -Quality Objectives & Activities
- -Quality Policy
- -Training Management
- -Document Control
For trial access to the Intelex Quality Management Systemcontact an Account Manager.