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The American job market is in crisis, especially for white-collar and STEM workers. To address issues like fake job postings and inadequate protections, legislative action is essential. Proposed solutions include better oversight and incentives for companies to hire American workers, aiming to revitalize the workforce and economy.

As global temperatures rise, the national security implications are significant for the Department of Defense. With extreme weather events costing over $2 trillion in the past decade, the U.S. Military views climate change as a pressing issue. By utilizing the 5-Teams (5T) Model, it aims to address climate risks and turn challenges into opportunities, ensuring the nation’s security remains resilient.

Keeping defects low and reducing scrap is not an easy task. But Spectrum Custom Packaging made it happen. Meet Quality's 2025 Plant of the Year.

Last year, I wrote several articles exploring Quality 4.0. During my journey, I encountered various approaches that contributed to understanding quality in the context of digital transformation and organizational excellence. This article summarizes my previous findings and new insights on this evolving topic.

XRF (X-Ray Fluorescence) and LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) are key nondestructive testing methods. XRF identifies elemental composition, while LIBS measures lighter elements like carbon.

Unplanned downtime challenges manufacturers, but AI-powered predictive maintenance helps predict failures and reduce costs. A Deloitte study shows that 86% of executives view intelligent factory technologies as crucial for future competitiveness.

ERP systems have evolved to integrate key business functions and remain relevant, but their complex implementation requires effective planning for success.

The medical device industry needs strict testing that meets evolving standards. Collaboration between manufacturers and standards committees ensures accurate and reliable testing solutions. Automation can standardize processes, tackle the shortage of qualified lab personnel, and enhance quality and efficiency.

The gaging setting standard is essential for accurate measurements in high-performance manufacturing, despite often being overlooked. While digital calipers are versatile, they lack the precision of comparative gages that rely on a master-setting standard for sub-micron accuracy. Proper use of this standard can enhance performance and lower calibration costs.

As manufacturing quality demands grow, the shift to artificial intelligence (AI) presents an opportunity to streamline paper-intensive processes, reduce errors, and enhance product quality through better data integration.