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Quality Blog Find articles, case studies, videos and other insightful resources related to quality assurance, quality control, supply chain, and manufacturing. 21 Apr 2026 Ensuring the Quality of Industrial Piping in China (Case Study) # Case Study/Quality Control Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI) in China of Industrial Piping Components for a Chilean Company Client Testimonial: “Pro QC has been a key partner in managing our piping and fittings supply projects for the mining industry in Chile. What stands out most is the level of trust and the direct communication we’ve built over time. Their email-based […] 02 Apr 2026 Webinar: Understanding the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) and Its Impact on Production and Supply Chains # Webinar The cost of poor quality (COPQ) is rarely the main topic in organizational meetings when quality is discussed. In most cases, the conversation begins with more concrete problems: unexpected returns, customer complaints, batches that must be reworked, or products that simply fail to meet specifications. However, as these situations begin to occur more frequently, the […] 09 Mar 2026 Import Quality Control Strategy for U.S. Companies # Quality Control/Supply chain Preventing quality failures before shipment, payment, and market entry across global supply chains Global supply chains remain the backbone of modern U.S. commerce. At the same time, sourcing across multiple countries introduces inevitable variability in manufacturing processes, regulatory environments, materials, and quality culture. That variability increases the risk of nonconforming products, regulatory refusals, costly recalls, […] 05 Mar 2026 Nearshoring in Latin America: The Challenge of Quality Assurance in Supply Chain Transformation # Manufacturing There’s been a noticeable shift in how global companies think about their supply chains. What used to be a question of cost is now a matter of control, resilience, and reliability. In that context, nearshoring has moved from being just a buzzword to a serious strategy, and Latin America has become a focal point. Mexico, […] 10 Feb 2026 ISO 9001:2026 – How to Prepare for the New Version of the Quality Standard # Factory Audits ISO 9001:2026 is the upcoming revision of the ISO 9001 quality management standard, expected to be published in late 2026, with an increased focus on leadership behavior, risk-based thinking, sustainability, and digitalized quality processes. In quality management, nothing stays the same for too long. What works today often needs to be reviewed tomorrow, and standards […] 17 Dec 2025 Celebrating ISO 17020 Certification at Our Ningbo Office # News/Pro QC Pro QC International has recently achieved ISO 17020 accreditation in China. For us, this recognition is significant because it confirms, through an external body, that our quality inspections in China are conducted with independence, consistency, and technical expertise. Behind the certificate is a lot of day-to-day activity —reviewing procedures, training, and ensuring our operations meet […] 06 Nov 2025 Ensuring Quality for Outdoor Camp Stoves in China (Case Study) # Case Study/Pro QC How Pro QC Helped a U.S. Outdoor Gear Manufacturer Eliminate Defects and Strengthen Supplier Reliability The Situation A mid-sized outdoor gear company based in New York had been struggling with inconsistent inspection results from a third-party provider in Asia. Despite their efforts to maintain strict quality standards, defective products continued to slip through final checks—arriving […] 24 Oct 2025 Quality Improvement – Automotive Parts Inspection in China (Case Study) # Automotive How Pro QC Helped Reduce Defect Rates by 40% An Australian automotive manufacturer, recognized for its high-performance brake calipers, contacted Pro QC after experiencing repeated quality issues with a supplier in China. The company needed a dependable way to confirm that every unit complied with its strict technical requirements before distribution to assembly plants and […] 22 Oct 2025 Regulatory Landscape in Quality Assurance for Medical Devices in Colombia # Medical Devices Currently, Colombia is undergoing a pivotal moment in its public health. It is not an exaggeration to say that the system, as we know it, is under pressure. The crisis of the Health Promoting Entities (EPS) has been brewing for years. Still, in recent months, it has intensified, leading regulatory authorities to become much stricter […] 18 Sep 2025 Leading Quality Across the Americas: An Interview with Thomas Kaiser # Pro QC For more than forty years, Pro QC has grown by combining international coverage with a very local way of working. Few illustrate that balance better than Thomas Kaiser. Now Regional Director Americas, his career has taken him from factory floors in Germany to over a decade in China, and eventually to leading teams across the […] We use cookies to improve your experience. By continuing to browse, you agree to their use. Customize settings Accept all Decline all Privacy policy Cookie policy × Cookie settings Please select the categories of cookies you would like to allow. Essential cookies are always enabled.