PQ Systems

PQ Systems, developed by Advantive, is a quality improvement solution designed to meet the needs of growing manufacturers. According to the vendor, PQ Systems offers tools for SPC analysis and communication, gage management, and access to industry-related content. It is targeted at industries such as aerospace, healthcare, automotive, consumer packaged goods, and electronics. The software provides scalable solutions for process improvement and aims to ensure on-target performance with minimal variation.

Key Features

SPC Analysis and Communication: According to the vendor, PQ Systems offers an SPC application that enables manufacturers to analyze data, improve processes, and communicate quality information. The software provides scalable solutions, SPC charting tools, and process alerts to help users gain insights from large amounts of data, receive immediate feedback, and prevent quality control issues.

Capability Analysis: PQ Systems includes capability analysis features to assess process capability and ensure on-target performance with minimal variation. The vendor claims that this helps manufacturers maintain compliance with industry standards such as ISO9000, ISO9001, ISO/IATF 16949, AS9100, FDA CFR 21 part 11, and others.

Audit Trail and Filtering Tools: The software provides an audit trail and filtering tools, which the vendor says makes it easy for manufacturers to access SPC data during audits. This feature aims to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitate efficient data management.

Data Collection Options: PQ Systems offers flexible data collection options, including manual entry, data import from SQL and Excel, and direct input from equipment. According to the vendor, this allows for seamless integration of data from various sources, simplifying the analysis process.

Reporting Capabilities: PQ Systems enables manufacturers to generate comprehensive reports to share SPC charts, process capability and performance statistics, Certificates of Analysis, and more. The vendor states that these reporting capabilities facilitate effective communication of quality information within the organization and to external stakeholders.

Gage Management: The software provides a gage management system to support compliance with ISO and AS auditors. Manufacturers can use this feature to maintain and track measurement equipment, schedule and track calibrations, conduct Gage R&R studies, and manage equipment history and maintenance records.

Integration with SPC Software: PQ Systems seamlessly integrates gage management features with its SPC software, allowing manufacturers to analyze data and improve processes while ensuring accurate and reliable measurements.

Access to Quality Improvement Blog: PQ Systems offers access to a blog that provides content related to quality improvement, SPC, and gage management. According to the vendor, users can benefit from articles, insights, real-world applications, success stories, and updates on industry trends and best practices.