We are a dedicated team of professionals specializing in quality assurance auditing for manufacturing businesses. Our dynamic duo consists of a passionate business analytics student from the prestigious McCombs School of Business at UT Austin and an industry expert with over 25 years of global experience.

The student, responsible for inbound marketing and client reach developments, expertly sets up distribution channels and generates leads for first contact with potential clients. Armed with a strong educational background in Business Analytics from UT Austin, they utilize their skills to create effective marketing strategies and foster client relationships.

The industry expert, who happens to be the student's father, is the primary contact for our clients. With a wealth of experience spanning over two decades, he has honed his craft in quality assurance auditing across the globe. His vast knowledge and expertise in the manufacturing industry make him an invaluable asset to our clients.

To learn more about our industry expert and his extensive background, please explore the "Discover" section on our website, where you'll find detailed information about his professional journey and accomplishments. Together, we're committed to providing top-notch auditing services tailored to the unique needs of each manufacturing business we serve.

Whether or not you need a quality assurance (QA) audit on your company depends on a number of factors, including the type of products or services your company provides, the standards of quality that your company is expected to meet, and any legal or regulatory requirements that may apply to your business.

If your company produces products or provides services that are critical to the safety or well-being of your customers, such as food, medical devices, or consumer products, it may be necessary to undergo QA audits to ensure that these products or services meet certain standards of quality. In these cases, QA audits may be required by law or industry regulations, or may be a condition of doing business with certain customers or clients.

Even if your company does not produce critical products or services, you may still choose to undergo QA audits in order to improve the quality of your products or services, increase customer satisfaction, and build trust and confidence in your company. Additionally, if your company is in a highly competitive industry, undergoing QA audits may help to differentiate your company from competitors and give you a competitive advantage.

Overall, whether or not you need a QA audit on your company will depend on your specific circumstances and business goals. If you are unsure whether a QA audit is necessary for your company, you may want to consult with a professional auditor or quality assurance expert.

Having qualifications to audit a company is important because it demonstrates that the auditor has the necessary knowledge, skills, and experience to conduct a thorough and reliable audit. This is important because the results of an audit are relied upon by stakeholders, such as investors, creditors, and regulators, to make informed decisions about the company. If an audit is not conducted by a qualified and competent auditor, it may not provide an accurate or reliable assessment of the company's financial position and performance, which could lead to incorrect decisions being made.

Newport BMS understands the importance of a quality audit which is why we hold high standards for ourselves. Here is a brief list of our qualifications:

• QA/QC Professional
• ISO 9001 Exemplar Global Lead Auditor
• API Q1/Q2/DNV GL Lead Auditor
• American Society for Quality (ASQ) - Certified Auditor
• API Q1 and Q2 Registered Professional
• 25+ Years of Experience in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Broad range of technical skills in risk based auditing, inspection, Lean Six Sigma, NDE, Welding, Root Cause Analysis, Materials, Calibration, Design Reviews, Contract Reviews, Manufacturing Data Book Reviews, Cost of Quality Analysis, Corrective/Preventive Action, Quality and Inspection Test Plan Development, Final Acceptance Test (FAT), ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, API 6A, API 14A, API 14D, API 5CT, API 5L, API Q1/Q2, and the API Monogram Program
• Additional information is listed in the About Us page and my LinkedIn

The process for conducting a quality assurance (QA) audit with a company typically involves the following steps:

1. Planning the audit: The first step in conducting a QA audit is to plan the audit, including identifying the scope of the audit, the specific standards or requirements that the audit will cover, and the resources that will be needed to complete the audit.

2. Preparing for the audit: Before the audit begins, the auditor will typically review relevant documents and conduct any necessary research to familiarize themselves with the company's products, services, processes, and quality management systems.

3. Conducting the audit: During the audit, the auditor will typically review the company's processes, procedures, and records to ensure that they meet the standards or requirements that have been identified in the audit plan. The auditor may also observe processes and talk to employees to gather additional information.

4. Evaluating the audit findings: After the audit is complete, the auditor will evaluate the findings and determine whether the company's processes, procedures, and systems meet the standards or requirements that were being audited.

5. Communicating the audit results: The final step in the QA audit process is to communicate the audit results to the company. This typically involves presenting a report that summarizes the audit findings and any recommendations for improvement.