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Dive into the depths of quality management with episode 166 of #QualityMatters, featuring the distinguished Tom Taormina. As a former NASA Quality Control Engineer and expert witness in quality litigation, Tom brings a wealth of knowledge spanning over five decades. In this episode, we dissect the concept of Forensic Investigations within management systems. Tom challenges the status quo, arguing that traditional management system auditing is often sub-optimal, if not downright ineffective. From his early days at NASA's Mission Control to consulting with over 700 companies, Tom has reshaped the way we think about quality control and auditing. Join us as we uncover how his approach can enhance your practices, making you not just effective, but exceptional. #ForensicInvestigations #QualityControl #ManagementSystems #TomTaormina #ExpertInsight #QualityRevolution #ProcessImprovement #QualityAssurance #BMS9001 #QualityConsulting #ApolloMissions #QualityMattersPodcast #QualityInnovation #QualityTraining #QProStartUp #NASAQuality

Welcome to the latest episode of the #QualityMatters Podcast, episode 163, as we continue our insightful journey through the QMS Consulting mini-series. In this installment, we delve deep into the heart of quality management by exploring the simplest yet most effective strategies for developing a robust process for supplier/vendor approval and review. Join us as we unravel the secrets to ensuring that the partners and suppliers you choose align perfectly with your organization's quality standards. Discover the essential steps, best practices, and expert insights that will empower you to make informed decisions, minimize risks, and enhance the overall quality of your products or services. Tune in to gain valuable knowledge and practical tips that will revolutionize your supplier/vendor management processes and elevate the quality of your business operations. Because when it comes to quality, #QualityMatters. Don't miss this illuminating episode!

Welcome back to #QualityMatters, your go-to podcast for all things quality management! In episode 162, we continue our enlightening mini-series on consultation, a critical aspect of achieving excellence in any organization. Join us as we delve into the heart of the consultation process, where information reigns supreme. In this episode, we explore the vital question: "How do you handle documented information during consultations?" Our expert hosts will unravel the secrets to effective information management, ensuring that knowledge flows seamlessly within your team and beyond. From best practices to common pitfalls, we'll guide you through the labyrinth of documents, ensuring that your organization thrives in a world where #QualityMatters more than ever. Learn more about Texas Quality Assurance, #QualityasMatters and save time and energy for what matters most online! #QualityMatters home http://qmcast.com/ Texas Quality Assurancehttp://texasqualityassurance.com/ LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/texas-quality-assurance/ Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/TexasQualityAssurance/ Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/texasqualityassuance/ Twitterhttps://twitter.com/TexasQualA @TexasQualA Subscribe to the podcast iTunes –https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/qualitymatters/id1447300405 Google/Android –http://subscribeonandroid.com/qmcast.com/feed/podcast/ Spotify –https://open.spotify.com/show/4rfI0Y7oySM1zkSR57Pwc

Welcome to Episode 161 of #QualityMatters! As the second part of our mini-series on consultation, today's episode takes a focused look at the GAP Assessment and its integral role in quality management. Discover the fundamentals of key processes that could be the game-changers your organization needs. Whether you've been in the field for years or are just learning the ropes, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and tools to elevate your quality game. Don't let 'gaps' hold you back—tune in to find out how to bridge them effectively!

Welcome to Episode 160 of #QualityMatters! As the second part of our mini-series on consultation, today's episode takes a focused look at the GAP Assessment and its integral role in quality management. Discover the fundamentals of key processes that could be the game-changers your organization needs. Whether you've been in the field for years or are just learning the ropes, this episode will equip you with the knowledge and tools to elevate your quality game. Don't let 'gaps' hold you back—tune in to find out how to bridge them effectively!

Welcome to episode 159, the second installment in our mini-series on consultation! This episode unpacks the nuts and bolts of GAP Assessments and explores the cornerstone processes that drive them. Whether you're a quality management veteran or just starting your journey, you'll gain valuable insights into identifying the 'gaps' between your organization's current status and where you aim to be. Don't miss out as we delve into common key processes, offering actionable advice for improvement. Tune in now for a masterclass on how to bridge the quality gap!

Join us for an exciting YouTube Live event as we introduce you to TQA Cloud, the groundbreaking Quality Management System (QMS) software designed exclusively for small businesses. Are you tired of struggling with complex quality management processes? Do you find it challenging to maintain documentation and ensure compliance? Look no further! TQA Cloud is here to revolutionize your QMS experience. During this live event, our expert team will provide a comprehensive demonstration of TQA Cloud, showcasing its powerful features and how it simplifies every aspect of quality management. From document control and employee training to corrective actions and non-conformance tracking, TQA Cloud empowers small businesses to streamline their QMS with ease. Discover how TQA Cloud enhances productivity and ensures seamless regulatory compliance. Experience its seamless integration with existing systems, saving you valuable time and resources while eliminating data redundancy. Join us to learn how TQA Cloud can benefit your small business by reducing errors, enhancing customer satisfaction, and giving you a competitive edge. Gain insights from real-world success stories and hear directly from small business owners who have witnessed the transformative impact of TQA Cloud. Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your quality management practices. Subscribe to our YouTube channel now and be part of the live event to unlock the full potential of TQA Cloud for your small business! #TQACloud #QMS #SmallBusiness #YouTubeLive https://texasqa.com/qms-software-for-small-business/

In this podcast episode, we delve into the most common audit findings from a sample of audit reports gathered from the past couple of years. We focus on ISO 9001 standard clauses, discussing why these are frequent findings and their impact on the business. This week we dive into the most common audit findings from our sample, discussing how they relate to specific clauses within the ISO 9001 standard. These findings include inadequate documentation, lack of employee training, and non-conformance with processes and procedures. We then explore why these findings are so common and provide tips on how businesses can avoid them. For example, we discuss the importance of having clear and concise documentation, the need for regular employee training, and the benefits of conducting internal audits. Throughout the episode, we emphasize the importance of addressing audit findings promptly and effectively to ensure continued compliance with ISO 9001 and to drive business success. We also highlight the benefits of leveraging technology and automation to streamline processes, reduce errors, and improve overall efficiency. We hope this episode serves as a valuable resource for businesses looking to improve their QMS and ensure compliance with ISO 9001. We provide insights into the most common audit findings and offer practical tips on how to avoid them, ultimately helping businesses achieve their quality objectives and drive long-term success. #QualityMatters podcast is sponsored by Texas Quality Assurance Host: Darci Chambers – “The Boss Lady” https://www.linkedin.com/in/darci-chambers-b2196683/ Co-Host Kyle Chambers – CEO Texas Quality Assurance https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-chambers-tqa/ Learn more about Texas Quality Assurance, #QualityMatters and save time and energy for what matters most online! #QualityMatters home http://qmcast.com/ Texas Quality Assurance http://texasqualityassurance.com/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/texas-quality-assurance/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/TexasQualityAssurance/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/texasqualityassuance/ Twitter https://twitter.com/TexasQualA @TexasQualA Subscribe to the podcast iTunes - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/qualitymatters/id1447300405 Google/Android - http://subscribeonandroid.com/qmcast.com/feed/podcast/ Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4rfI0Y7oySM1zkSR57Pwcr TuneIn - https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/qualitymatters

If you've ever been a part of an external audit, we all know that it requires a lot of patience going through the standard and listening to some stories from the auditor, but Lizard People is a new one. You'll just have to tune in and check out today's episode to see what Lizard People have to do with Context of the Organization. You're not gonna want to miss this one! Michael Mills and the Pragmatic Quality Blog | https://pragmatic-quality.blogspot.com/ #QualityMatters podcast is streaming on: iTunes|Spotify|Google|Audible|Stitcher|TuneIn Learn more about #QualityMatters & Texas Quality Assurance : LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Rumble www.qmcast.com | Texas Quality Assurance | https://texasqa.com

The ISO 9001:2015 standard is currently undergoing revision. Likely we can expect a revised edition by 2025, but nothing is known for sure yet. Today' we're joined by Chris Paris of Oxbridge Resources. The changes in the last update in 2015 was rushed, with a lot of ambiguous and often difficult to manage edits, the big question is will the new edition fix these or introduce more...? #QualityMatters podcast is streaming on: iTunes | Spotify | Google | Audible | Stitcher | TuneIn Learn more about #QualityMatters & Texas Quality Assurance : LinkedIn|Facebook|Twitter|Instagram|YouTube|Rumble www.qmcast.com|Texas Quality Assurance | https://texasqa.com

We've got one of our favorite guests back today, Mark LaCour from OGGN & Modal Point to talk about recession proofing your business. It has been said that recession is opportunity in wolf's clothing, and we tend to agree. While the likely looming recession (possibly announced by the time this episode airs) is scary and worth stress and anxiety, it is like any other risk. The flip side of Risk is Opportunity. What opportunities lay at your feet now and into the next 1-2 years you're not aware of yet? #QualityMatters podcast is streaming on: iTunes | Spotify | Google | Audible | Stitcher | TuneIn Learn more about #QualityMatters & Texas Quality Assurance : LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Rumble www.qmcast.com | Texas Quality Assurance https://texasqa.com/

What are risks, risk based thinking, preventative actions and contingency plans? Today we're discussing in more detail what the difference is between these, how they are related, and what you can do in your business. FREE Resources https://texasqa.com/free-resources-downloads/ Risk & Contingency Planning https://texasqa.com/free-download-risk-opportunity-contingency-planning/ #QualityMatters podcast is streaming on: iTunes|Spotify|Google|Audible|Stitcher|TuneIn Learn more about #QualityMatters & Texas Quality Assurance : LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Rumble www.qmcast.com | Texas Quality Assurance https://texasqa.com

Countless measurements are made daily to ensure "quality" work, and behind all these measurements is the theory and practice of metrology. Have you ever wondered how you know your measurements are good? From the pipes and machinery running on every industrial site and building to medicine and electronics, what you measure matters. Even more so often is the theory behind it and how and why we make those measurements. Today we're joined with Robert Mimms from ThermoTemp to discuss metrology. ThermoTemp course info: https://thermotemp.com/learning-lab/ Learn more about #QualityMatters & Texas Quality Assurance : LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Rumble www.qmcast.com | Texas Quality Assurance

We're joined today by Chis Carson with DEKRA. DEKRA is one these scary certification bodies, that maybe are not so scary after all. Join us for the conversation today and decide for yourself. You might be surprised to hear how the certification bodies go though similar audits they put all of us through. Learn more about DEKRA https://www.dekra.us/en/ and Chris Carson https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-carson-0a71045/ #QualityMatters podcast is streaming on: iTunes | Spotify | Google | Audible | Stitcher | TuneIn Learn more about #QualityMatters & Texas Quality Assurance : LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Rumble www.qmcast.com | Texas Quality Assurance https://texasqa.com

Such a fun conversation today with Damian Gangoo discussing real work education needs for real work and jobs that exist in the market. Perhaps, and dare we say it, college is not the ideal route for everyone, and perhaps more than a college degree is required. Join in, and let us know what you think! Contact Damian Gangoo on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/damian-g-039767a2/ #QualityMatters podcast is streaming on: iTunes | Spotify | Google | Audible | Stitcher | TuneIn Learn more about #QualityMatters & Texas Quality Assurance : LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Rumble www.qmcast.com | Texas Quality Assurance | https://texasqa.com

Ton's of buzz words from the "Great Resignation" to "Gig Economy" float around, but we all have heard how hard it is to find and keep good employees. Recently we conducted a survey with OGGN & BIC Alliance to understand the top issues businesses consider worthy of contingency plans. More than hurricanes and other natural disasters or even cyber security was workplace instability. It is harder than ever to keep and attract good talent. What's the cause? And what's the solution? We might not have all the answers yet, but one thing is for sure, the new normal is not hear yet and may not be like anything we're expecting. At the end of the day, people are people and our old ways of may not work as well in our changing world. Good news is, you can improve and make the most of it. https://www.youtube.com/c/CoachEUrban www.coacheurban.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinurban QualityMatters podcast is streaming on: www.qmcast.com iTunes | Spotify | Google | Audible | Stitcher | TuneIn Learn more about #QualityMatters & Texas Quality Assurance : LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Rumble exas Quality Assurance https://texasqa.com

Such an exciting program to get a new generation involved in the Oil & Gas / Energy Industry! There is still time to register, and we encourage all recent high school grads and university students struggling to find that one thing that inspired them! You don't want to miss this conversation with Sean Thomas - Senior Manager of Training and Development at API - American Petroleum Institute. Sean Thomas - Sean Thomas is the Senior Manager of Training for the American Petroleum Institute. His duties include overseeing the API training program and working with its network of over 100 API-U global training providers. He has been in training, professional development, and education for 25 years working across a number of industries.Texas Quality Assurance - where quality management gets simplified Learn more at https://texasqa.com | (281)756-7316 #QualityMatters podcast | https://qmcast.com Quality | Environmental Management | Occupational Health & Safety | Medical Devices Oil & GAS Manufacturing and Services

Darci rejoins the conversation today to discuss her first hand experience in an Internal Audit. Listen in as we discuss the role of an auditor and the difficulty in avoiding consultation, and how some basic negotiation tactics can be used successfully to ensure an effective audit. Texas Quality Assurance - where quality management gets simplified, saving time and energy for what matters most Learn more at https://texasqa.com | (281)756-7316 #QualityMatters podcast | https://qmcast.com | Because Quality Matters behind the desk, production floor, at home and beyond! Quality | Environmental Management | Occupational Health & Safety | Medical Devices Oil & GAS Manufacturing and Services

Deadly diseases afflict most companies in the western world. This was true when Edward Deming wrote "Out of the Crisis" and still today. Texas Quality Assurance - where quality management gets simplified, saving time and energy for what matters most Learn more at https://texasqa.com | (281)756-7316 #QualityMatters podcast | https://qmcast.com | Because Quality Matters behind the desk, production floor, at home and beyond! #QualityMatters podcast is streaming on: iTunes | Spotify | Google | Audible | Stitcher | TuneIn Learn more about #QualityMatters & Texas Quality Assurance : LinkedIn | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube | Rumble www.qmcast.com | Texas Quality Assurance https://texasqa.com

We’re back! We apologize for the pause in new episodes for #QualityMatters, but we’re back! Today we’re diving into a topic that Kyle is very passionate about, the role of small business in Oil & Gas here in America. The simple fact is, the super majors like Chevron and Exon do not play near the role in Oil & Gas extraction for the average American as small business does. Drilling Oil and Gas Wells Size of Firms by Number of Employees Percent of Total Employer Firms in the Drilling Oil and Gas Wells Sector Less than 10 70.5% Less than 20 80.5% Less than 100 93.4% Less than 500 97.4% Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations Size of Firms by Number of Employees Percent of Total Employer Firms in the Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations Sector Less than 10 71.4% Less than 20 82.9% Less than 100 95.4% Less than 500 98.4% The role of newly evolving ESG “Environmental – Social – Governance” requirements is placing additional requirements on small business. But this is not all bad news. The small businesses and teams that are prepared to implement, and quickly and more efficiently than the larger or otherwise slower counterparts are in a great position to dominate their space and stay competitive. https://sbecouncil.org/2020/04/17/reminder-during-the-covid-19-crisis-the-oil-and-natural-gas-industry-is-dominated-by-small-businesses/ Special thanks to our friend Mark LaCour of OGGN the “Oil & Gas Global Network” for joining us again today. Be sure to follow OGGN (as if you have not already) where ever podcast can be found. Texas Quality Assurance - where quality management gets simplified, saving time and energy for what matters most Learn more at https://texasqa.com | (281)756-7316 #QualityMatters podcast | https://qmcast.com | Because Quality Matters behind the desk, production floor, at home and beyond! Quality | Environmental Management | Occupational Health & Safety | Medical Devices Oil & GAS Manufacturing and Services

How Good Humans Sell by Catherine Brown (Author) https://www.amazon.com/How-Good-Humans-Sell-Success/dp/B095MD3HQK If you don’t think of sales as an honorable profession, you haven’t read Catherine Brown’s new book: How Good Humans Sell: The Proven Path to B2B Sales Success. A veteran of 25+ years of B2B (business-to-business) selling, Catherine understands what it means to start and build a business during challenging times. She launched her first sales consulting firm in 2003 and now runs the sales training firm, ExtraBold Sales, where she coaches others to sell with confidence. Her sales system includes psychology research that gets at the heart of why people don’t sell effectively. She also trains on the reasons people buy (it’s not what you think!). Her process helps business owners take the frustration and worry out of business development so they can close new business without wasting money on one-size-fits-all sales training. Catherine lives in Texas with her family and her boxer, Penny. She loves taking Penny for walks, reading, planning her next globetrotting adventure, watching sci-fi, and hosting dinner parties. She has a BA from Rice University and is a StoryBrand Certified Guide. Kyle Chambers | CEO & Founder of Texas Quality Assurance Rob Thompson | Chief Sales Officer for TruCore Business Development Steve Louis | Managing Director for Eternal Energy Catherine Brown | Author & President of ExtraBold Sales ******************************** Kyle Chambers on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-chambers-tqa/ Texas Quality Assurance: https://TexasQA.com Rob Thompson on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/rthom/ TruCore Business Development: https://www.trucorebd.com/ Steve Louis on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/steveglouis/ Eternal Energy: https://www.eternal-nrg.com/ Catherine Brown on LinkeIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherineleebrown/ Extra Bold Sales https://extraboldsales.com/ The Business Visionaries Book Club is presented by #QualityMatters. Quality Matters and it impacts us everywhere from the oil fields to the schools our children are educated, to the paper towels we use to clean up their mess. As Benjamin Franklin said "The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten." You need the edge of quality in your organization. http://qmcast.com/ Texas Quality Assurance - where quality management gets simplified, saving time and energy for what matters most Learn more at https://texasqa.com | (281)756-7316 #QualityMatters podcast | https://qmcast.com | Because Quality Matters behind the desk, production floor, at home and beyond! Quality | Environmental Management | Occupational Health & Safety | Medical Devices Oil & GAS Manufacturing and Services

Implementing a quality management system Session 01 - Must Haves - Fill the Tool Box - Make a Plan Contact Kyle directly at kchambers@texasqa.com book a 30 minute QMS Session at http://book.texasqa.com/ Learn online at https://texasqa.com/ Keep up to date with our future Livestreams on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/texas-quality-assurance/events/ Texas Quality Assurance - where quality management gets simplified, saving time and energy for what matters most Learn more at https://texasqa.com | (281)756-7316 #QualityMatters podcast | https://qmcast.com | Because Quality Matters behind the desk, production floor, at home and beyond! Quality | Environmental Management | Occupational Health & Safety | Medical Devices Oil & GAS Manufacturing and Services

QMS Bootcamp: Five Steps to Successful Auditing The QMS Bootcamp has been developed for Quality/Compliance Management, Operations and Production Leadership. The QMS Bootcamp was developed over 10 years ago to teach and train leadership and management teams on the fundamental concepts and skills related to implementing, maintaining and integrating a 'Quality' Management System. Kyle Chambers https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-chambers-tqa/ Texas Quality Assurance - where quality management gets simplified, saving time and energy for what matters most Learn more at https://texasqa.com | (281)756-7316 #QualityMatters podcast | https://qmcast.com | Because Quality Matters behind the desk, production floor, at home and beyond! Quality | Environmental Management | Occupational Health & Safety | Medical Devices Oil & GAS Manufacturing and Services

QMS Bootcamp: Conducting and audit - asking questions The QMS Bootcamp has been developed for Quality/Compliance Management, Operations and Production Leadership. The QMS Bootcamp was developed over 10 years ago to teach and train leadership and management teams on the fundamental concepts and skills related to implementing, maintaining and integrating a 'Quality' Management System. In today's lesson we will be discussing how to use questions during an audit. The fact is questions are our number one tool to obtain objective evidence. We will be looking into ISO 9001:2015 clause 9.2 as well as a few selections from ISO 19011 specifically clause 7.4 for Audit Evaluation Methods, A.5 for Objective Evidence and A17 for conducting interviews. The skills required for a successful audit require more than just open ended questions and well placed closed questions. Kyle Chambers https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-chambers-tqa/ Texas Quality Assurance - where quality management gets simplified, saving time and energy for what matters most Learn more at https://texasqa.com | (281)756-7316 #QualityMatters podcast | https://qmcast.com | Because Quality Matters behind the desk, production floor, at home and beyond! Quality | Environmental Management | Occupational Health & Safety | Medical Devices Oil & GAS Manufacturing and Services

Introduction to the Internal Audit 1. Why Audit? 2. Audit Terms 3. Auditor Responsibilities 4. Rules for Effective Auditing Website http://texasqa.com/ ​​ Contact us: info@texasqa.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/texas-quality-assurance