December 2008

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December 2008, Vol. 28, Issue 12

Eliminating Defects in the Vertical Supply ChainChris Eckert
Root cause analysis can turn an emotional free-for-all into constructive problem-solving.
Plastics One Has the VisionMichael W. Metzger
Video measurement offers fast and accurate inspection for one medical device manufacturer.
2008 SPC Software DirectoryQuality Digest
Finding Direction in ChaosThomas Hill, Ph.D.; Robert Eames; and Sachin Lahoti
Data mining methods make sense out of millions of seemingly random data points.
Supply Chain ManagementAaron E. Pietras
Third-party solution providers can help within emerging markets.
Partnering for Change--Part 2Mike Richman
Six Sigma changes the game at Cummins.
Ensuring Product Integrity in the Aerospace IndustryRobert Morris
Although the model-based enterprise has many new products to support excellence, a focus on fundamentals is still critical.
The State of ISO 14001Jeffrey H. Eves and Tim Hack
A review of the global trends and benefits of this environmental management system standard

First WordDirk Dusharme @ Quality Digest
New year, new faces, same goal: Make you happy
LettersQuality Digest
Quality ApplicationsQuality Digest
Veriteq’s viewLinc Temperature/Humidity Alarm and Monitoring Software
Real World SPCDavis Balestracci
… and Godspeed on your statistical journey
News DigestNicolette Dalpino
Quality ApplicationsQuality Digest
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