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Visual representation of the principles of quality management in the context of ISO 9001

28.01.26

Principles of Quality Management

The principles of quality management (QMS principles) form the foundation of modern quality management systems and significantly shape the requirements of ISO 9001. They provide guidance for leadership, processes and decision-making – yet they often present companies with challenges. This is because only… Read more

Insights into production at Karcoma-Armaturen GmbH

Babtec

Dominique Dewitt

26.01.26

From Analog Effort to Digital Excellence

The future of quality is digital – this has been clear to Karcoma-Armaturen GmbH at least since the comprehensive introduction of a specialized software solution for quality management. The journey to digitalization and optimization of company processes has not only helped to meet strict industry… Read more

In a production facility, a man looks at two screens displaying Babtec's QM software

Quality Management

Manuel Klötzer

08.12.25

Integrated QM Software: Clarity Instead of a Patchwork of Tools

Today, quality is much more than just fulfilling obligations: it determines the success and market opportunities of companies. In an age of fragile supply chains and increasingly complex requirements imposed by laws, standards and demanding customers, expectations are rising not only for products, but also… Read more

Quality

Marc Osenberg

26.11.25

Quality Defects as Cost Drivers: How Companies Can Get them Under Control

Quality defects are a rather invisible but massive cost driver in many companies. They often only become apparent when customers complain, delivery dates are missed, or rework disrupts the production schedule. But the true costs of poor quality run deeper: they arise behind the scenes – through inefficient… Read more

Energy Efficiency Act: Paragraph symbol, solar installations and wind turbines

Quality

Manuel Klötzer

15.07.25

Mandatory from 2025: Energy or Environmental Management System in Accordance With EnEfG

The Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) requires many companies in Germany to implement an energy management system in accordance with ISO 50001 or an environmental management system under EMAS – with an implementation deadline of July 18, 2025. Companies that actively address energy and environmental issues can… Read more

Babtec

Andreas Schürholz

25.06.25

Quality that Gets Under Your Skin

Medical technology places particularly high demands on the quality of products and processes, as even the smallest errors can have serious consequences for patient safety. TEBIT – The Medical Group is a renowned manufacturer of components and assemblies for medical technology, including dental implants and… Read more