What Are GHP And GMP Food Safety Audits in the Food Industry?
Food safety standards have always been extremely important. But since the COVID- pandemic, more scrutiny has been placed on the food industry. Fortunately, when it comes to food trading, good practices can ensure quality throughout the supply chain. These practices are known as Good Hygiene Practices (GHP) and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) in the food industry. […]
What Is Oil and Gas Quality Inspections? [An Introduction to Quality Control in the Oil and Gas Industry]
The oil and gas industry operates under the most stringent standards, and the legislation in this sector is constantly evolving to become stricter. Recent major incidents, such as the tragic industrial disaster deepwater horizon oil spill, have accelerated the importance of safety and protecting an organisation’s reputation. Today, quality control in the oil and gas industry […]
Hardgoods testing, factors to be aware of
Hardgoods cover a wide area of products. A simple definition of them is goods aimed at being durable and last an extended period. Examples of this can be wood, appliances, glassware, and more. For hardgood to be exported internationally, they must conform to their specific regulatory requirements, which is essential in this process. This article […]
Milk Quality Testing: How To Ensure Quality Control of Milk?
Ensuring the quality of milk is essential for safe consumption. That’s why milk quality testing and quality control are key to prove it meets certain standards. In this short article, you’ll learn how to check for milk quality in the dairy industry, what methods are used, and much more. Why Perform a Milk Quality Test? […]
Final Random Inspection (FRI): Step-by-Step Guide for Importers
The final random inspection (FRI) is a type of quality inspection that is often the last check of the products in your order before they are shipped. It is also one of the most important checks. Not only is it an effective way to ensure your products do not have major or minor defects, but […]
Quality Control in Garment Industry: Standards and Procedures
The garment industry is a multi-billion dollar industry of great importance from all countries around the world. But while the revenue in the market is expected to increase from US$1.79tn in 2024 to US$1.84tn by 2026, the poor quality control in garment industry has long been contributed to its bad reputation of high defect rates […]
How to Find Clothing Manufacturer from China [Tips and Strategies]
When it comes to finding clothing manufacturers, China is one of the largest sources of textile and apparel clothing in the world. The Chinese clothing manufacturers produced more than 3.23 billion meters of clothing fabric – in April 2022. The country has a 31.6% share of the global market, which International fashion brands such as Nike and […]
What Are the Benefits of Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE) Services?
Supplier Quality Engineers or SQEs are becoming increasingly important for organizations. These professionals ensure that the supplier’s products comply with your company’s standards and regulations. In recent years, many organizations have turned to third-party companies to assist them in supplier audits and more. For companies, these third-party SQE and Service Quality Assurance (SQA) services have […]
What Is an Acceptance Quality Limit (AQL 2.5)?
AQL stands for Acceptance Quality Limit and is a term related to the maximum number of defects that buyers and suppliers have agreed on in a batch. Importers can set different AQLs, including: critical, major and minor defects. When exporting goods, most Asian export companies are familiar with this term and particularly use AQL 2.5 […]
All about the new SASO RoHS regulation for Saudi Arabia
In November 2020, The Saudi Arabian Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) notified the World Trade Organization (WTO) of a new technical regulation for Saudi Arabia RoHS. The new policy aims to restrict the use of certain hazardous materials in electrical and electronic equipment. Plus, the policy defines the conformity assessment procedures to which all […]