What Are the 8 Different Types of Environmental Audit?
An environmental audit is an evaluation to ensure a company meets environmental compliance, identifies management system implementation gaps, and institutes related corrective actions. The main goal of an environmental audit is to identify and resolve any potential risks related to the company’s operations to prevent any costly fines or legal course of action. The auditing process […]
The Guide to New Product Introduction (NPI) Processes In Manufacturing and Supply Chain
Bringing a new product into a market is both time-consuming and a daunting task. Because of this, it’s essential to have strategies and a product development process in place so your product gets to the market as smoothly as possible. The new product introduction process (NPI) gives your organisation an actionable framework to streamline your […]
5 Ways to Ensure Production Quality in Manufacturing
Businesses are faced with increased demand for quality products, supply chain disruptions – and not to mention strict regulations. In an increasingly competitive world, it’s important to understand the value of good product quality as a manufacturer. After all, in many cases, your customers don’t need to shop with you and will be able to replace […]
A Complete Guidance for RoHS Compliance in the EU
RoHS is an European Union (EU) directive that has affected the global electronics industry. All manufacturers, authorized representatives, importers and distributors of electrical and electronic equipment aiming to import goods into the EU must comply with this regulation. On July 22, 2019, the Directive 2015/863, also known as, RoHS 3 directive went into effect putting […]
ANSI vs ASTM: Understand the Differences
When dealing with import, export, and footwear creation, regulations are implemented to ensure that the product’s safety and quality standards are upheld. Several governing bodies manage the rules, and in the United States, all working environments are managed by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding regulations. The OSHA works closely with independent non-profit […]
How to Conduct an Expert Inspection on Electronic Consumer Products
Electronic consumer products are becoming a highly sought-after product in our ever-modernizing world. The rapid development and growth of these goods can change almost daily. Because of this, regulations such as RoHS and Reach have been created to heavily monitor the standard and safety of goods during the import/export process. This article aims to clarify […]
What Are GHP And GMP Food Safety Audits in the Food Industry?
Food safety standards have always been extremely important. But since the COVID- pandemic, more scrutiny has been placed on the food industry. Fortunately, when it comes to food trading, good practices can ensure quality throughout the supply chain. These practices are known as Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in the food industry. […]
What Is Oil and Gas Quality Inspections? [An Introduction to Quality Control in the Oil and Gas Industry]
The oil and gas industry operates under the most stringent standards, and the legislation in this sector is constantly evolving to become stricter. Recent major incidents, such as the tragic industrial disaster deepwater horizon oil spill, have accelerated the importance of safety and protecting an organisation’s reputation. Today, quality control in the oil and gas industry […]
Hardgoods testing, factors to be aware of
Hardgoods cover a wide area of products. A simple definition of them is goods aimed at being durable and last an extended period. Examples of this can be wood, appliances, glassware, and more. For hardgood to be exported internationally, they must conform to their specific regulatory requirements, which is essential in this process. This article […]
Milk Quality Testing: How To Ensure Quality Control of Milk?
Ensuring the quality of milk is essential for safe consumption. That’s why milk quality testing and quality control are key to prove it meets certain standards. In this short article, you’ll learn how to check for milk quality in the dairy industry, what methods are used, and much more. Why Perform a Milk Quality Test? […]
