Content by ASQ
ASQ Report: Innovation and Quality—A Marriage That WorksCompanies take a fresh approach to balance ideas and efficiency.
Mon, 02/01/2010 - 12:03
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- Despite recent news reports to the contrary, quality processes are not stifling creativity at major U.S. corporations. In fact, some highly profitable companies are using unique approaches to strike a balance between efficiency… Company News: ASQ Grants “Fellow” Status to 21 MembersFor professional distinction and preeminence in the technology, theory, education, application, or management of quality control
Wed, 01/27/2010 - 10:49
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- The American Society for Quality (ASQ) has awarded “Fellow” status to 21 members of the Society. These individuals were elected Fellows by ASQ’s board of directors in November 2009. Fellows are recognized as having achieved… Event: Call for Presentations for National Quality Education Conference18th NQEC, Nov. 7–9, in Rosemont, Illinois
Fri, 01/22/2010 - 07:44
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- The purpose of the National Quality Education Conference (NQEC) is to provide teachers, administrators, support personnel, and other stakeholders opportunities to learn quality tools and concepts that have been used successfully… Survey: Teachers Could Do More to Encourage Engineering Careers ASQ targets students as part of National Engineers Week initiative.
Fri, 01/15/2010 - 11:58
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- In recognition of National Engineers Week, Feb. 14–20, the American Society for Quality (ASQ) invites local middle and high school teachers to bring an ASQ engineer into their classroom to promote engineering as a career.… Event: Free Outsourcing and Supply Chain Webinars from ASQContinue your professional growth with these two new webinars.
Fri, 12/18/2009 - 10:26
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- The American Society for Quality (ASQ) is offering an opportunity to continue professional growth with two new free on-demand webinars. The webinars titled “Quality in Outsourcing” and “Improving Supply Chain Management,” are… ASQ 2010 Manufacturing Outlook Survey Shows Some RecoveryData show respondents also expect continued cost-cutting measures.
Tue, 12/15/2009 - 13:22
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- An American Society for Quality (ASQ) survey shows a majority of manufacturers are optimistic about a small economic uptick in 2010 at their organizations. However, respondents believe further cost-cutting measures will continue… Payment Problems, Malpractice Suits Top Concerns of Quality ProsASQ health care experts share reform advice.
Fri, 12/11/2009 - 14:02
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- While Congress debates the best options for reform, a new poll of U.S. health care quality improvement experts shows that solving payment problems and restructuring the malpractice suits/tort reform top the list of areas that… ASQ’s Annual Salary Survey Shows Silver LiningIn tough economy, quality professionals with certifications and experience show salary increases.
Tue, 12/01/2009 - 16:22
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- In spite of the current economic turmoil, there is positive news for the quality profession. According to the American Society for Quality’s Annual Salary Survey, the average quality job salary went up 3 percent from 2008 to… Event: 10th ASQ Lean and Six Sigma Conference Keynote tells tale of quality journey following personal tragedy
Tue, 11/03/2009 - 11:31
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- As organizations continue to look for ways to eliminate waste and improve the bottom line to survive the current economy, lean and Six Sigma continue to be an important part of their business plan.
Professionals will have an… Event: Free Webinar on Customer Service Quality MeasurementAchieve customer service objectives through planning, measuring, and analyzing
Mon, 11/02/2009 - 14:28
(ASQ: Milwaukee) -- In today’s challenging economy, providing quality service can be a major competitive advantage—but it can be difficult to define and measure. The American Society for Quality (ASQ) invites business professionals to register for…
