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Debra Matthews Hampton
Jan 192 min read
Parlez-Vous ISO? Voltaire's Guide to Quality Management
Voltaire understood something about human communication - we can't have a meaningful conversation if we're not speaking the same language.
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Jan 182 min read
Defying Gravity with ISO 9001: A Quality Management Tale of Oz
Imagine if Elphaba had ISO 9001! From diversity training at Shiz to documented procedures, quality management could transform Oz.
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Debra Hampton
Nov 4, 20242 min read
My take on Election Victory in 2024: ISO 9001!
I am dreaming of an election where the path to the White House is paved not with promises, but with quality management standards!
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Nov 3, 20242 min read
Neo's ISO 9001 Adventure: When The One Meets The Standard
Imagine a world where Neo, our leather-clad hero, discovers not just the truth about the Matrix, but also the power of ISO 9001!
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Nov 1, 20242 min read
Pippi Longstocking's ISO 9001 Adventure: From Chaos to Continual Improvement!
Imagine if our favorite freckle-faced, pigtail-wearing rebel, Pippi Longstocking, stumbled upon ISO 9001 and Cornerstone Engineering!
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Sep 10, 20243 min read
Leadership and Objectives: The Cornerstones of ISO 9001 Success
These components form the backbone of any successful quality management system, especially for a new business finding its footing.
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Sep 10, 20243 min read
The Power of Planning: A Startup’s ISO 9001 Implementation Journey Continues
As we often say, “Planning is knowing risks. PLAN to prevent them.”
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Sep 10, 20243 min read
From Excel to Excellence: A Startup’s ISO 9001 Implementation Journey
In our last post, we introduced you to a bold startup in Iowa, determined to implement ISO 9001 from day one.
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Sep 4, 20243 min read
From Scratch to ISO 9001: A Startup’s Bold Journey
ISO 9001 isn’t just for established companies. For startups willing to embrace it, it can be a powerful tool for building a strong foundatio
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Aug 28, 20243 min read
RCA: The Simple Yet Powerful Framework for Business Excellence
RCA stands for Responsibilities, Cadence, and Audit - a straightforward framework that can revolutionize how your business operates.
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Aug 28, 20243 min read
ISO for Teenagers: A Humorous Take on Quality Management for Parenting
Imagine a world where parenting teenagers was as structured and efficient as an ISO 9001-certified business.
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Aug 27, 20242 min read
From Vision to Industry Revolution: How ISO 9001 Fueled Frank’s Startup Success
When Frank called me, he was a man with a vision and a burning desire for change.
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Debra Matthews Hampton
Aug 27, 20243 min read
From Factory Floor to Shipping Manager: A Story of Growth Through Quality
I remember twenty years ago, when I first stepped into the bustling manufacturing plant as a third-party auditor, and met Alonzo.
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Debra Hampton
Jun 3, 20242 min read
RCA ISO 9001: The Simple Yet Powerful Approach to Implementing an OHS Management System
When it comes to implementing an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Management System, many organizations find themselves overwhelmed...
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Debra Hampton
May 12, 20242 min read
ISO: Focus On Two Areas
By focusing on just TWO key areas, you could dramatically transform your organization?
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Debra Hampton
Feb 24, 20243 min read
From John Deere Green to Camfil: A Commitment to Quality Comes Full Circle
I've committed to serving as the Interim Quality Manager for Camfil's facility in Riverdale, NJ.
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Debra Hampton
Jan 2, 20242 min read
Reflecting on 2024 DOT Compliance: Were You Ready?
Are you prepared for these changes? More importantly, how can you be sure you’re ready?
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Debra Hampton
Dec 25, 20232 min read
From Farm to Factory: Lessons in Health and Safety
Recently, I’ve had a series of close calls that reminded me of the importance of constant vigilance.
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Debra Matthews Hampton, PE
Dec 21, 20232 min read
CMMC, An Unexpected Bonus & Compliance
... it highlighted the critical intersection of cybersecurity and financial management - and it all started with an unexpected bonus.
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Debra Matthews Hampton, PE
Dec 16, 20232 min read
CMMC Certification: A Cost-Effective Approach for Small Defense Contractors
Nothing quite compares to the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) in terms of implementation costs and complexity.
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