What is the London Declaration?
Introduction The London Declaration is a landmark agreement signed by numerous countries to address the global challenge of climate change. Its primary goal is to establish international standards related to climate change and integrate climate-related language into existing international standards. This article will delve into the significance of the London Declaration, its importance in fostering […]
Is Zero Defects a Worthwhile Quality Target?
Introduction The concept of ‘zero defects’ has been a popular catchphrase in quality management and continuous improvement circles for decades. This aspirational goal implies that a production process or service should aim for perfection, with the ultimate objective of producing defect-free products or services. However, as noble as this objective may seem, it often falls […]
What is the Aerospace Improvement Maturity Model (AIMM)?
The IAQG, or International Aerospace Quality Group, who is responsible for developing standards throughout the aerospace supply chain, has created several tools to make the understanding and implementation of their standards easier. One such tool is the Aerospace Improvement Maturity Model, or AIMM, a tool that is freely accessible from the IAQG website. From the […]
FDA Issues ICH Final Guidance for Continuous Manufacturing (CM) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Drug Manufacturing
The FDA is seeking public comments on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in pharmaceutical manufacturing. As the use of AI continues to grow across industries, drug manufacturers are also looking to adopt AI-based technologies to improve drug discovery, formulation, process development, and quality control. According to a recent article on Endpoints News, the FDA […]