Mechanistic Vs. Organic Quality Thinking by Ian Rosam and Rob Peddle.  We like to believe that we think, do, and live in a mechanistic world.  Action begets reaction.  No.  We live in a VUCA world and in VUCA time.  This include quality.  Read how we can integrate organic management with mechanistic systems.  Read more at ISO9001@Risk.

 

Five Rules for Project Success by Malcolm Peart.  Malcolm has distilled the five rules of all (OK most) project success.  Must read!  Read more at Projects@Risk.

 

A Duty to Complain by T. Dan Nelson.  You’re a professional.  You believe in quality systems, auditing for improvement, and CAPA.  But, what should you do if good is good enough?  Read and learn from this story that has happened to all of us.  Read more at Tips&Tools@Risk.

 

Risk Based Planning by Keith Ridgeway.  ISO 9001 (2015) is moving to risk.  So, where do you start?  Keith has been piloting a risk based planning model for ISO registered companies.  We will have a weekly update on his planning model.  This is a must read for transitioning to ISO 9001 (2015).  Read more at ISO9001@Risk.

 

ISO 9001: 2015 – Risk Leading Standard? by Umberto Tunesi.  There are a lot of divergent views of ISO 9001 (2015).  Some folks love it.  Others think that it is weakening quality.  Umberto, as usual, has a different point of view.  Read more at Quality@Risk.

 

Is Santa Claus an Asian? by Dr. Trudy.  We have a new Asian cultural diversity.  They are going to change how we work and live.  As well, they are going to change our norms for education, beauty, and identify.  

 

How to Manage Your Transportation Risk by Stuart Rosenberg.  I was looking last week for Christmas books.  One popped at me – 90% of everything we consume is moved.  This is the power of logistics.  Read how you can start to manage your transportation risks.  Read more at Suppliers@Risk.