QA, QC & Audits
QA & QC
We utilize the AQL (Acceptable Quality Level) system by default, but for long-term contracts, we can adapt to other inspection methods to suit your needs.
Our 3-Phase Inspection Process:
- Pre-Production: We thoroughly examine pre-production samples or factory test runs and discuss findings during a pre-production meeting. The factory must demonstrate their ability to control and prevent defects by implementing necessary changes or assigning additional in-line quality supervisors.
- In-Line Inspections: Our inspectors conduct at least two random inspections during production, covering various stages, including finishing and packing. We report all findings based on the AQL method.
- Final Inspection: Before shipment, our inspectors perform a comprehensive check using the AQL system. This includes evaluating packing conditions, visual appearance, defect detection, functional testing of moving parts, measurement accuracy, as well as touch and smell assessments.
For additional random inspections, we stick to the AQL system but are flexible to adjust to your specific standards.
Factory Audits
We verify that your supplier has the appropriate working condition, facilities, machinery, methods of a sufficiently high standard and a sound quality control system to meet the quality you demand. We will provide a qualified auditor on site to perform the evaluation.
We do everything necessary to make sure that your specifications are fully understood and that your quality control requirements are enforced. Part of the ISO 9000 standard and SA8000 standard will be used as the framework for evaluation.
Cost is 350 US$/audit plus transport costs or accommodation where required.
We do everything necessary to make sure that your specifications are fully understood and that your quality control requirements are enforced. Part of the ISO 9000 standard and SA8000 standard will be used as the framework for evaluation.
Cost is 350 US$/audit plus transport costs or accommodation where required.
Compliance Audits
Compliance audits can be performed according to your required standards, otherwise we use the following:
Social Audit (SA) / Code of Conduct evaluation SA8000 is globally applicable to all industries and provides a clear framework that ensures ethical responsibility. SA8000 evaluation is an important tool in developing a supplier or vendor Code of Conduct. During a Social Accountability evaluation, we investigate and respond to work environment issues in regards to conformance and nonconformance with the SA8000 criteria. After an evaluation is complete, we provide a comprehensive report documenting each accountability requirement, with noticeable attention paid to areas in need of improvement.
Social Audit (SA) / Code of Conduct evaluation SA8000 is globally applicable to all industries and provides a clear framework that ensures ethical responsibility. SA8000 evaluation is an important tool in developing a supplier or vendor Code of Conduct. During a Social Accountability evaluation, we investigate and respond to work environment issues in regards to conformance and nonconformance with the SA8000 criteria. After an evaluation is complete, we provide a comprehensive report documenting each accountability requirement, with noticeable attention paid to areas in need of improvement.