Re: What is the CQI in 2007?
So it's sorta an English ASQ?
Anyone else with current details?
Yes, I should have explained.
CQI was the IQA (as Andy explained). They are like the ASQ (Can't comment on Wes's question as I serve on a couple of committees (local branch (equivalent to ASQ chapters) etc.)but let's say - they face the same challenges!).
They were formed in 1919 as an Institute of Inspection. The Royal Charter is something peculiarly British and applies to organizations like the BBC, cities in the UK and (as here) professional institutions. The reason for IQA becoming chartered as the CQI is to move to the next stage of obtaining personal chartered status - so members like me can apply to become Chartered Quality Professionals (or something!).
CQI publish a monthly magazine (Qualityworld), a monthly e-newsletter (Forward) and an on-line Journal - again all similar to ASQ.
The Agony Uncle bit I do is for Forward - hence the thread!
Hope this helps .... if I think of anything else, like Arnie, I'll be back!
P.S. Almost forgot, they developed (and run through separate management) IRCA.