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Are you S.M.A.R.T.?
Here at D´Ardenne Associates we’re always encouraging businesses and organizations to step up their game when it comes to developing, implementing and maintaining their management standards. One exercise we recommend is to establish objectives that are S.M.A.R.T. and then driving them … Continue reading
Spring cleaning starts with standards
“April prepares her green traffic light and the world thinks Go.” ~ Christopher Morley, John Mistletoe Ah, springtime. For some it’s a trip to the attic to sort out web-ensnarled boxes. For others, it’s a fresh start in the garden. For … Continue reading
Clients say the darndest things
We are blessed to have great clients around the nation in all sorts of industries. It’s the variety of their work and quality of their people that makes what we do so rewarding. We’re also a modest bunch, so for this … Continue reading
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Boom! Now what?
5 things to remember when
you plan for an interruption
It’s 8:30 a.m. on a Tuesday and your office building is on fire. The staff is streaming out of the building. The fire department is on the scene and is extinguishing the flames. The big question: Would you know what … Continue reading
Transitioning from AS9100B to C: Are you ready?
Those of you who work in aerospace know how critical it is to have the latest standards-based management systems in place. This highly regulated and competitive environment demands uniform standards at all stages of the supply chain. In fact, major aerospace … Continue reading
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Harness the power of ISO 9000 and Six Sigma
Many companies see ISO 9001 and Six Sigma as two different standards that must compete for scarce resources. ISO 9000, of course, is a well-established international standard for quality management systems for all kinds of companies in nearly every industry. Six … Continue reading
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Put benefits of management standards on your wish list
The end of the year is always a great time to reassess progress and plan for the future. One item on your holiday wish list ought to be elevating your company to world-class standards through ISO certification. Over the past few … Continue reading
Business continuity: Are you ready for risk?
Many of our clients choose ISO certification to grow their business and better compete in global markets. It’s a proactive way to make the most of management. But standards also apply when protecting your business from risk. The same processes and … Continue reading
Third-party certification a key to ISO success
Your company took the important step to commit to ISO certification. You’re ready for global quality management system standards to grow your business. Where to start? One important step is third-party certification – having an independent expert ensure that your … Continue reading
Aerospace industry takes off with AS 9100
The competitive and regulated aerospace industry demands quality products, processes and service. It’s not simply a matter of increasing sales. For an industry where safety is paramount, being certified in quality management systems is a necessity. That’s why there’s a system … Continue reading
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