ASQ Lexington Section Meeting on Thursday, May 15, 2025 @12-1pm EST
For this month’s Lexington Section meeting we have a ASQ prerecorded webcast presentation by Dr Jack ReVelle - An Introduction to the PDCA Cycle Part 1,2,3 - 43 minutes total
Webcast Description
Part 1 This introduction to the Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) cycle walks you through its origins in the scientific method, as well as its connection to the Deming-Shewhart Cycles.
Part 2 in the series compares and connects PDCA to other methodologies, including DMAIC, Lean, and ISO 9001.
Part 3 provides listeners with an example application of PDCA and explores the benefits of using PDCA.
Speaker Bio- Jack ReVelle
A consultung Statistician for Revelle Solutions, LLC
Ph,D, in Industrial Engineering and Management
Author of “Quality Essentials: A reference Guide from A to Z”
ASQ Fellow
Top QBoK Contributor
This ASQLEX 0911 section monthly meeting is a prerecorded webcast meeting that begins at 12PM EST on Thursday, May 15th.
If you plan to attend, please email reservation to Mark McDonald (Mmcdonald@hendrickson-intl.com) by noon Tuesday, April 13th.
For the April meeting, we will have extended invitation to all ASQ Sections in the East South-Central Region. In addition, we have extended an invitation to Maritimes, Canada section 0411.
The Zoom virtual Meeting link for this recorded webcast meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83430922454?pwd=iOBD1MtQiAqtj9osNfzsjvDKCrazcM.1 will also be sent out to those who register with Mark McDonald. Note: A 0.1 RU will be given for section meetings that you attend. However, please use the email registration so that the Section has an attendance record for sending our RU credits. When you join the zoom meeting mute your computer microphone during the presentation.
Door Prize: A random number is selected from the people attending the section webinar meeting. The winner will be able to choose a book or standard from the ASQ Quality Press with member cost of $50 or less. Doug Howard, Treasurer, will purchase item and send to member mailing address. In April 2025, congratulations to Angie Blume who won the door prize.
Meeting Agenda:
11:50 -12:05 pm Log in and Section welcome, webinar and speaker intro
12:05 – 1:00 pm Presentation and then Q&A with members.
Section Leadership is proposing we have about 5 minutes of member engagement before we start our webcast.
The article below on Risk Management and ISO 9001 was written with assist of OpenAI GPT-4.0 mini and with SME review by John Simson.
Risk Management in Quality Engineering and ISO 9001
Effective risk management is essential in quality engineering, particularly in alignment with ISO 9001 standards, which emphasize continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. This essay explores key components of risk management in quality engineering: risk assessment techniques, barrier analysis, risk tree analysis, and preventive action strategies.
Risk Assessment Techniques
Risk assessment techniques enable organizations to identify and prioritize risks associated with product and process quality. According to ISO 9001, both qualitative and quantitative assessment methods are vital. Qualitative assessments involve expert evaluations to gauge the impact and likelihood of potential risks, while quantitative methods utilize data analysis to provide numerical insights. This dual approach facilitates informed decision-making and strengthens the quality management system.
Barrier Analysis
Barrier analysis aids in evaluating the effectiveness of measures designed to prevent failures. By identifying hazards and assessing existing barriers, organizations can pinpoint vulnerabilities in safety and quality protocols. Enhanced barrier analysis supports ISO 9001's focus on continual improvement by revealing areas that require additional controls to ensure product integrity.
Risk Tree Analysis
Risk tree analysis, or fault tree analysis (FTA), systematically maps out potential failure pathways. This technique aligns with ISO 9001’s principle of a process approach by illustrating the relationships among risks and their contributing factors. By evaluating these pathways, quality engineers can devise targeted strategies to mitigate critical risks, ensuring a robust risk management framework.
Preventive Action Strategies
Preventive action strategies are essential for addressing identified risks before they lead to failures. ISO 9001 stresses the importance of continual improvement, and implementing methods such as Six Sigma and statistical process control enables organizations to proactively prevent defects. Investing in employee training and process reviews fosters a culture of quality and enhances overall performance.
In summary, integrating risk management with ISO 9001 principles supports organizations in maintaining product quality, safety, and customer satisfaction in a competitive marketplace.
CONGRATULATIONS to LEXINGTON SECTION 0911 on WINNING the PEP GOLD LEVEL AWARD in 2023!!!
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