An audit plan should serve as the script for what you check, on what basis, in what sequence, with whom, and using which methods. It’s not “just another form,” but a tool that steers your time and the quality of evidence - and when written well, it takes you from point A to point B within the planned time.

In quality, the loudest voice rarely wins. The person who wins is easy to find, speaks clearly, and delivers practical know-how. A personal brand in quality isn’t vanity—it’s a career accelerator: faster trust with customers, more leverage in negotiations, and smoother day-to-day collaboration.

Think process, not silos. The process approach replaces “we’re organized by departments” with “we manage a value stream.” Every segment is a process with defined inputs/outputs, a responsible owner, known risks, and clear KPIs. Simple idea, outsized impact.

The role of a Process Quality Engineer is more than just “inspection” or “compliance.” It’s a profession at the intersection of three worlds: production, the customer, and the quality management system. That’s precisely why it’s so critical—because everything starts at the process level: product quality and, ultimately, customer satisfaction.

There are days in automotive when everything seems to be going according to plan. And then... the phone rings — it’s production or logistics calling to say that the material, process, or labeling doesn’t match the approved setup. That’s when a deviation appears — not as an “excuse for a mistake,” but as a real, structured way to manage risk.

When the magical phrase “CQI‑11 required” shows up in a customer’s RFQ, many companies start frantically searching online for answers. What is it? Here’s the good news: it’s not as complicated as it seems. And even better: if you approach it smartly, CQI‑11 can become your ace up the sleeve.

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The presence of a company representative at the customer’s site is becoming increasingly common, especially in the automotive industry. Today, a quality resident plays a far more strategic role than simply acting as an on-site quality inspector. It’s a key position that can significantly influence customer relationships, response time to issues, and the effectiveness of corrective actions.

Quality management today is much more than just meeting ISO standards or passing audits. It’s a set of practical tools, a work approach, and a mindset that directly impact efficiency, cost, and customer satisfaction.

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