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The QM Corner stands for one topic, one hour and virtual. The session presented the possible applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in quality management.

Efficient process management in mechanical and plant engineering is the basis for successful operation, competitiveness and innovative strength.

After more than 15 years, the model for calculating life cycle costs (LCC) is fully established on the market and enables companies to make "Made in Germany" assessable in monetary terms.

The revision of ISO 9001 (2015 edition) has stalled. Publication is not expected until the end of 2026.

In view of the ongoing housing crisis, the VDMA Building Technology Forum supports all efforts to create affordable housing and promote refurbishment work.

Since the beginning of the year, companies with a certified management system have had to ask themselves what impact their management system has on climate change.

QM Corner stands for one topic, one hour and virtual. In the second session, the established format dealt with the topic of handling confidential documents and the role of quality management.

QM Corner stands for one topic, one hour and virtual. The established format will be continued in 2024. The first session dealt with the topic of sustainability and management systems.

Expenses for warranty and goodwill costs have also stabilised at a low level. This applies in particular to larger companies, which are disproportionately represented in the survey of these figures.

Avoiding errors instead of managing them: This principle of quality management is easier to implement with suitable software. Computer-aided worker self-inspection also has many beneficial effects.

The one-hour exchange format of the QM-Corner Bavaria deals with all topics related to quality management with great regularity. Numerous Bavarian companies value the regional exchange among QM colleagues, which is why the circle has now become an important fixture of VDMA Bavaria.

Whether it's evidence management, rights and obligations to provide information, or the protection of confidential information and sensitive data: There is a lot to consider when it comes to audits. Our recommendations.

What is important to service customers in the most important sales countries of the mechanical engineering industry, and what is not? The Global Service study helps to identify regional preferences and to adapt services locally.

Management evaluation assesses the management system and its rules of the game rather than the achievement of objectives. It is used by management to assess whether the system is suitable to support the individual objectives of the organization.

In the current situation, on-site assessments are being cancelled or replaced by remote audits where possible. Since May, DAkkS has again been carrying out limited on-site assessments for initial accreditations and major extensions.

If, in times of crisis, expenditures to ensure the quality of products are cut across the board, there is a danger that the quality level will drop significantly and that the damage to the company will be much greater than the supposed savings.

The VDMA East working groups provide important impulses for your daily work. They show best practice examples, provide valuable suggestions and promote contacts among members - currently also in web meetings.

The current CMI study investigates the influence of innovation and quality performance on corporate success and how these are influenced by the topics of strategy, organization, management and culture.

Learn from each other, exchange industry-specific experiences, inform yourself about topics relevant to mechanical engineering: When and where? Here you will find all event dates at a glance.

Glass is a delicate product, regardless of the form it takes. Whether flat or hollow glass, the manufacturer must inspect the end product in order to meet customer requirements or guarantee compliance with safety standards. The right measuring technology helps here.

If you want to succeed in tomorrow's agricultural engineering service, you have to consistently expand your know-how at dealer and customer level.

• Stricter regulations accelerate the circular economy • Quality standards for recyclate are indispensable • Complete circular economy is shown at K 2019

China's roadmap for the development of the photovoltaic industry (version 2018) is available for download in Chinese.

Do you want to know how good your quality management is compared to the best in the industry? Then use the results of the "Fit for Quality" evaluation of the VDMA-Benchmarks Quality Management! In this approach we have identified 22 success factors that have a direct impact on the effectiveness of your quality management.

The International Technology Roadmap for Photovoltaics is compiled and regularly updated by leading companies and research institutes. The aim is to reduce costs and increase efficiency.

Where answers count and expertise is required: At VDMA Photovoltaik Equipment, you receive all the services the industry needs in Germany. Professional and reliable, we are the drive and backing for your company. We catch the top themes and create values for you.

Transparent processes and consistent information in the product life cycle

Whether quality and safety in industrial production, health or nutrition - reliable measurement, weighing and testing is always required.

For professional leak testing, it is necessary to formulate the leak tightness requirements for refrigeration systems, i.e. to specify permissible leakage rates and to define expertise.