We’re excited to announce that Advantive, alongside our industry-leading brands – InfinityQS, WinSPC, and PQ Systems – will be attending the AIAG 2024 Quality Summit! AIAG offers a great opportunity to connect with professionals committed to pushing the boundaries of manufacturing excellence with a focus on improving quality and efficiency.
This year’s summit is from October 3 – 4 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. You can find our team at booth #18.
Who’s Representing Advantive at AIAG?
We’re bringing our team of industry experts to the event: Mark Marshall, Brad Armstrong, and Andy Roop.
Brad Armstrong has an extensive history with DataNet, most well-known for its industry-leading SPC solution, WinSPC. He severs as the Vice President of Sales for DataNet at Advantive and has been working in the quality industry for over 28 years. Brad has a deep understanding of what it takes to deliver measurable results and spends a majority of his time in customer projects.
Mark Marshall is the former PQ Systems sales director who has transitioned into his role at Advantive as an account executive. He has over 14 years of experience in quality and over 18 years in the manufacturing industry. Mark has a track record of helping manufacturers improve efficiency and quality through intuitive software solutions.
Andy Roop comes from PQ Systems and has transitioned into his role as an account executive at Advantive. He has 5+ years of experience in both the quality and manufacturing industries. Andy is passionate about ensuring our customer achieve success with our solutions. His dedication to client success makes him a key part of our team.
About the AIAG & Its Annual Quality Summit
The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) was founded in 1982 by the three largest North American OEMs. It is a not-for-profit organization where companies in the automotive industry worked collaboratively to drive down cost and complexity in the supply chain. Since its humble beginnings, AIAG has grown its membership to nearly 5,000 member companies.
AIAG holds its Quality Summit annually to highlight IATF 16949 and other important industry updates. It is dedicated to helping companies achieve higher levels of product quality, operational efficiency, and compliance with global standards. Every year, AIAG brings together quality management professionals, software solution providers, and industry thought leaders to explore advancements in the field.
This year, it is focusing on new and evolving industry requirements from both the OEM and supplier-specific perspectives on electrification and other cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the automotive landscape. Some of the topics will include:
- Data is the New Capital in Manufacturing Quality
- IATF 16949 & Rules Sixth Updates
- Joint AIAG VDA SPC Update
- Automating the Control Plan in Highly Automated Processes
- Safety Recall Processes for Over the Air Software Updates in Autonomous Driving
- Implementing the New APQP & Control Plan within an EV Environment
Advantive is attending this year to not only showcase our robust SPC solutions, but to gain insights into the emerging trends and customer needs.
Leveraging Real-Time Data in Manufacturing Quality
Data is a critical asset in modern manufacturing that helps businesses drive efficiency, ensure consistent product quality, and minimize defects. Traditional manufacturing heavily relied on manual processes with limited automation, where insights on data were typically derived from historical data and periodic reports. This led to reactive decision-making that could cost businesses a lot of money due to lack of efficiency and the cost of waste, rework, and scrap.
Enter Industry 4.0, where the integration of technology, big data, and automation revolutionizes manufacturing. Manufacturers now leverage real-time data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive continuous improvements. Here’s what real-time data and analytics drive in modern manufacturing:
- Informed Decision Making: Data enables manufacturers to make better decisions by providing real-time insights into production processes, machine performance, and product quality, leading to quicker, more accurate adjustments and process optimization.
- Predictive Maintenance: Manufacturers can predict when equipment will fail or require maintenance by leveraging data from the machines. It leads to minimized downtime and reduced costs for the manufacturing plant.
- Process Optimization: Real-time data helps to identify inefficiencies and bottlenecks in the process, which helps to drive continuous process improvements, reduce the amount of waste, scrap and rework, and improve resource usage.
- Quality Control: Data enables the real-time monitoring of product quality and helps detect defects early to ensure consistent production standards.
With factories being fully integrated through the Internet of Things (IoT), real-time data is vital to connect machines, people, and systems together, allowing for real-time updates and collaborative workflows. This not only enhances efficiency but also ensures that manufacturing processes are more adaptable, precise, and sustainable.
Let’s Connect at AIAG 2024 Quality Summit!
Our team is looking forward to meeting with our current customers and forging strong partnerships with potential clients. Stop by booth#18 to learn more about how Advantive’s solutions can help you take manufacturing excellence and quality to the next level. We can’t wait to share how InfinityQS, WinSPC, and PQ Systems can support your business needs in achieving higher quality standards and operational efficiency. See you at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI!
Interested in our SPC solutions? Schedule a demo with our team to discuss your business needs and see a live demo of our solutions!