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Meritocracy—the idea that individuals should advance based on their talent and hard work—appeals to our sense of fairness. However, despite its noble intentions, meritocracy often fails in practice.
Emilio J. Castilla’s The Meritocracy Paradox (Columbia University Press, 2025) highlights how…
(QT9 Software: Aurora, IL) -- QT9 Software, a global technology leader in quality management software, enterprise resource planning (ERP), and material requirements planning solutions, presents QT9 QMS, a robust quality management platform designed to empower organizations with streamlined quality…
One hour after takeoff from London’s Heathrow Airport on an intercontinental flight to the U.S., the pilot announced the aircraft was returning, “because my windshield just shattered.” After gasps from passengers, he calmly announced there was no danger, but there would be a long delay to secure…
(Flowfinity: Vancouver, BC) -- Flowfinity, a leader in no-code business process management and workflow automation, now supports new AI integrations designed to help field service teams increase productivity, improve service quality, and deliver consistent documentation without disrupting existing…
(KYZEN: Nashville, TN) -- KYZEN, a global leader in innovative, environmentally responsible cleaning solutions, highlighted products from the company’s METALNOX line of chemistries at the parts2clean exhibition in Stuttgart, Germany, last October.
When it comes to parts cleaning, KYZEN’s cleaning…
I’m thrilled to announce something we’ve been working on for a year and a half—a project that took us 30,000 miles across America and into the heart of industries that most people never see. On Nov. 12, 2025, Quality Digest will premiere the first episode of The Quality Digest Roadshow, a 12-…
(Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates: Washington, D.C.) -- The Society of Chemical Manufacturers & Affiliates (SOCMA) has released its 2026 Contract Manufacturing Outlook, capturing an industry that is resilient, innovative, and prepared for the challenges ahead. Nearly 70% of…
When most people think about work, fun probably isn’t the first word that comes to mind. Deadlines, meetings, and spreadsheets? Sure. But laughter, camaraderie, and a little silliness? That often feels like a luxury, not a priority.
Here’s the truth: Fun at work isn’t just about blowing off steam…
Change is inevitable in manufacturing. Controlling change effectively distinguishes industry leaders from quality-deficient, recall-plagued, and regulatory-troubled companies. As organizations are increasingly pressured to reduce costs while maintaining high levels of product quality, the drive to…
(MIT: Cambridge, MA) -- If you think of a single atom as a grain of sand, then a wavelength of visible light—which is a thousand times larger than the atom’s width—is comparable to an ocean wave. The light wave can dwarf an atom, missing it entirely as it passes by. This gulf in size has long made…
Literally, everything that surrounds us has been measured—and I do mean literally. Look around you: Your desk, your chair, your pen, your pencil, the lead in the pencil, the paint on the pencil, the gas in your stove, the stove itself—it’s all been measured. The color of your orange juice, the…
(FOBA: Selmsdorf, Germany) -- FOBA Laser Marking + Engraving, a leading provider of laser-marking solutions, will present the latest generation of its Y series at productronica 2025 in Munich, Nov. 18–21, 2025. The Y.0202 and Y.0602 fiber lasers set new standards in precision, flexibility, and…
What once seemed like the future of work is fast becoming present-time reality on factory floors worldwide as artificial intelligence (AI) evolves from experimental technology to practical tools that directly affect daily operations. While algorithms can predict when a bearing will fail or when a…
(GARDCO: Columbia, MD) -- Paul N. Gardner Co. (GARDCO)—worldwide distributors, producers, and designers of quality physical and inspection instruments for paint, coatings, and related industries—has announced its new offering, the Economy BNC 0-14 pH probe.
BNC pH probes are precision instruments…
In motorsport, performance isn’t defined by a single factor. It’s the sum of countless details, each playing a decisive role when pushing speeds up to 200 mph (320 km/h). From how a driver sits in the car to how the bodywork complies with strict regulations, accuracy can mean the difference between…
(RebuilderAI: Seoul, South Korea) -- The rise of generative AI is redefining how products are imagined, designed, and brought to life. In industries such as footwear, apparel, and accessories, brands and creators are under increasing pressure to validate ideas quickly and move them toward…
Simply put, we live in a digital world—both in our personal lives and on the job. In manufacturing, challenges abound. Customization, fast-changing business and technology environments, and workforce and talent-pool concerns combine to present challenges for manufacturers of all types.
Among…
When organizations implement an enterprise quality management system (EQMS), the instinct is often to begin with high-visibility processes like corrective and preventive action (CAPA) or supplier quality. While these functions are critical, starting there can be a misstep. Without the right…
(AMT: McLean, VA) -- As trade policy continues to evolve, the U.S. manufacturing technology sector is feeling the sustained sting of tariffs—not just in higher costs, but in strategic drift.
According to AMT—The Association For Manufacturing Technology, its latest Tariff Impacts on Manufacturing…
(AMETEK MOCON: Ringsted, Denmark) -- AMETEK MOCON, a global leader in gas measurement solutions, has introduced two small-volume modules for its industry-leading Dansensor CheckMate 4 headspace gas analyzer. These modules are engineered to deliver precise oxygen measurement in packaging with…
My June 2025 article, “How to Avoid FDA Warning Letters,” points out that inadequate corrective and preventive action (CAPA) is a major reason for warning letters, and also introduces the role of failure mode effects analysis (FMEA) in preventing trouble in the first place. The U.S. Food and Drug…
(Fexa: Jersey City, NJ) -- Fexa, a flexible and AI-forward facilities and HVAC/R management platform, has launched FexaAI, an embedded intelligence layer designed to help multisite operators reduce downtime, cut vendor rework, and manage smarter at scale. Purpose-built for operators in retail,…
I had a great conversation with a friend of mine. He was bemoaning the fact that his company was almost completely dependent on one huge customer. He saw the inherent risks in that relationship but confessed that his organization had a bad habit it couldn’t kick. It had succumbed to the addiction…