Tag: CQI
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Why Developing Auditors Matters More Under ISO 9001:2026
Collaborations have to be strategic and meaningful. Why I am collaborating with Abbassi Ltd to deliver the CQI and IRCA Certified ISO 9001:2026 Lead Auditor course.
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What the CQI is Getting Right: Governance, Leadership and a Good Year for Quality
The CQI has been shortlisted for [AWARD NAME] and its CEO has been named CEO of the Year. Here’s why I think the recognition is about more than trophies, and what Quality Leaders can take from it.
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Your Emergency Is Not My Priority: How Quality Business Partners Turn Friction Into Strategy
Project and product managers live in a push-pull relationship, and so do quality teams. Drawing on PMI’s Dual Engines of Success and the CQI’s Business Partner research, here’s how risk-based thinking and an understanding of DiSC styles turn friction into strategy.
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Quality Culture & How to become a Business Partner
The CQI’s research on Quality Business Partners shows the gap isn’t technical. It’s behavioural. Here’s how the Everything DiSC leadership priorities help Quality Leaders flex across every style, and why culture is the real test.
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ISO 9001:2026 Changes: What I Got Wrong the Last Time I Led a Transition
As the organisation prepares for the upcoming ISO 9001:2026 changes, the lessons learned from the past transition serve as a valuable guide for navigating new challenges and ensuring a seamless integration of quality management into the business strategy.
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The Value of Quality Management is Integration
The Chartered Quality Institute’s research reveals that 91% of leaders see Quality Management as a valuable addition when integrated into strategic planning. It emphasises the importance of Quality Leaders adopting ten key attributes to enhance operational efficiency. The Quality Live Conference showcased discussions on AI and the evolving role of humans in Quality. Here are…
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Blockchain for Quality4.0
In this article, I reflect on the relevance of blockchain in the services sector after completing the CQI Blockchain and Quality 4.0 course. I highlight blockchain’s benefits, such as immutability and transparency, as vital for enhancing Quality Management Systems. The course offers practical insights and a clear implementation plan for adopting blockchain principles.
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Two Things You Should Know to Support Your 2026 Quality Path
In 2026, learning continues to be a focus, particularly through a course on Quality 4.0 & Digital Transformation. The course effectively connects theory with practical insights and case studies while aligning with ISO9001 principles. Ultimately, this article encourages practitioners to assess their quality strategies through targeted self-assessment questions.
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How to: Think Differently (Performance)
Welcome to the series of How To:Quality. Your 3 min guide on how Quality Professionals address various business needs to drive Improvement and Governance. In this instalment, I explore the performance pillar.
