Trust and Verify
Europe’s Reduction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive identifies six hazardous substances and their maximum permissible levels within electrical a
Pesky Customers
Many of you have probably had the occasional insane day when you thought: “This job would be so much easier if we didn’t have customers to deal with.” Apart from
A Conversation
In a previous column, we discussed the importance of the IECQ quality assessment systems for electronic components, a certification scheme of the International Electrotechnical Commission.
Collecting Useful Data
How do we conclude that a nagging, recurring blip has become serious enough to justify taking action?
Designing Requirements
Auditing clause 7.3 of the design and development section of ISO 9001 can be a challenge for the auditor and the auditee.
Human Behavior 101
Previous columns have addressed some of the topics that provide a foundation for understanding the scope and complexity of the worldwide movement to achieve hazardous-substance free (HSF) products and production processes.
QC 080000 Technical Requirements
QC 080000 IECQ HSPM calls for a process management approach to the management and reduction of hazardous substances in products and processes.
Selling the Solution
Years ago, when my kids were in middle school, I volunteered as a coach for the Future Problem Solvers, a competitive academic program designed to help you
The IECQ Global Solution for HSF
Last month’s column provided background on the International Electrotechnical Commission, one of only three standards-setting bodies recognized by the World T
Where There’s a Will . . .
The adage “The pen is mightier than the sword.” is hackneyed, accurate and profound. I’ve done several pieces on the influence of words.