September 2008

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September 2008, Vol. 28, Issue 9

Ten Elements for Creating Solid Health Care IndicatorsWilliam Peters
Take the time to establish these factors when improving quality.
2008 Consultants DirectoryQuality Digest
Controlling Electronic RecordsBrenda Boughton
Software contributes to FDA 21 CFR Part 11 compliance.
Defining the ProblemCraig Cochran
Solving problems begins with understanding them.
ISO 13485--Just the Facts, PleasePeter_Marriott
This quality management system standard for the medical device industry is the DNA for repeatable and continuous improvement.
Keeping Counterfeit Parts off the Production FloorCharles Wells
… by utilizing equipment you may already own

First WordDirk Dusharme
Unless we act fast, U.S. industry will lose some valuable human resources.
LettersQuality Digest
Real World SPCDavis Balestracci
A better way to teach “the basics”?
Quality ApplicationsCarey Wilson
Air Academy Associates Lean Six Sigma implementation
News DigestNicolette Dalpino and Carey Wilson