AQM BD Webinar: The Impact of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement on Your Industry
Our recent webinar, which took place on Wednesday September 30, 2020, saw a panel of industry experts discuss the impacts of the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA). Their presentations covered the effects of the deal on businesses, the rules of origin, current state of the Vietnamese supply chain, and challenges that come with ensuring high-quality […]
Food Audit and Safety Standards
Food safety is vital whether you are a grower, packer, processor, distributor or buyer of bulk feed, supplements or products for human consumption. You must demonstrate integrity and ensure safety of from the source which can be done with a food audit. Food safety encompasses all the routines in the preparation, handling and storage of […]
During Production Inspection for Fashion Manufacturing
Fashion manufacturers either manage or are directly involved in the production of clothing, which could involve cutting fabrics or sewing clothes. During production inspection helps them ensure customers are happy with the end products they provide. However, maintaining an adequate standard of quality takes a lot of effort, from finding out what the customer is […]
Understanding the AQL Calculator
It’s important for there to be a certain level of product quality and an efficient method for recognizing those standards. Quality control is important as it can minimize risks, save money, and time in production. Suppliers can also be managed more easily, as a company you have better bargaining power and brand protection if have […]
Iraq Exports: Certificate of Inspection Explained
As international trade begins to pick up after a challenging year for importers and exporters, companies are once again starting to ship goods to Iraq post-lockdown, especially in India. As an exporter to the Middle Eastern country, there are certain things you need to know about the Iraqi Certificate of Inspection (COI), the official documentation […]
A Guide to the Jewelry Test for Manufacturers
Jewelry is an important part of fashion and has moved on from being a luxury item to become an affordable accessory typically made from both semi-precious and non-precious metals that modern-day consumers wear and enjoy. However, metal contamination can cause serious health issues. Therefore, testing is vital to ensure jewelry complies with the right regulations. […]
All You Need to Know About Factory and Supplier Audits
Customers expect top-quality products and manufacturers need to assure they are being produced to the best standards. A trusted technique in checking whether a manufacturing process is under control is to conduct a manufacturing audit. Manufacturing audits are a comprehensive inspection of the process to ensure it is performing correctly. Auditing takes places on-site and […]
What Are the Different Types of Inspection in Quality Control?
There are many types of inspections that are carried out in different industries but in most general terms they are defined as organized examinations or formal evaluations of something or somewhere. They involve routine checks or critical evaluations and are conducted to assess whether the subject is in working order or up to the required […]
REACH Testing: How to Remain Compliant
The REACH certificate of compliance is a document certifying that a product is compliant with the EU REACH regulation (EC) No 1907/2006. The acronym stands for Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals. REACH requires that all manufacturers and importers register certain substances in quantities of one tonne or more per year. It impacts most […]
How to Avoid Product Recalls in Your Supply Chain
A supply chain is a system or network between a company and its suppliers dedicated to bringing a product to a consumer or market. A product recall is when that product has a risk of not being fit for use within that market or harming the consumer. They say the customer is always right, but […]
