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ABC ISO Consultants 16835-236 Algonquin Street Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Phone: 855-476-9001 www.abcisoconsultants.com

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ABS Quality Evaluations 16855 Northchase Drive Houston, TX 77060 Phone: 281-673-2800 www.abs-qe.com

ABS Quality Evaluations is a management system auditing and certification body that offers third-party certification services, first- and second-party (supplier) assessments and training. Other: standards.

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AIAG 26200 Lahser Road, Suite 200 Southfield MI 48033 Phone: 248-358-3003 www.aiag.org

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American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) 5301 Buckeystown Pike, Suite 350 Frederick, MD 21704 Phone: 301-644-3248 www.a2la.org

A2LA offers accreditation to and training on ISO/IEC 17025, ISO/IEC 17020, ISO Guide 34, ISO/IEC 17065, ISO/IEC 17043 and ISO 15189.

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American Petroleum Institute 1220 L Street, NW Washington, DC 20005 Phone: 202-682-8165 www.api.org

The American Petroleum Institute is the leading provider of certificaion for the oil and natural gas industry. API-certified personnel are recognized around the world.

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ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board 600 N. Plankinton Avenue, Suite 300 Milwaukee, WI 53203 Phone: 800-606-5394 www.anab-aclass.org

Providing accreditation to ISO and industry standards for management systems; calibration, test, and forensic laboratories; inspections bodies; PT providers; Ramp’s; police forensic agencies; and medical examiners. Other: accreditation.

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AQS Management Systems 2167 Northdale Boulevard NW Minneapolis, MN 55433 Phone: 763-746-0505 www.aqsperformance.com

AQS Management Systems provides ISO training, coaching and project assistance in support of the organizational improvement and implementation of international management system standards.

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ASQ 600 N. Plankinton Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53201-3005 Phone: 414-272-8575 www.asq.org

ASQ’s training and education gives you and your organization the best tools to succeed. Its diverse range of learning topics and delivery methods are second to none. Continue your path toward success with ASQ training. Discover a broad range of course offerings from classroom-based learning to Web-based learning. Other: standards.

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AudIT3 LLC 5 Terrapin Trail Taylors, SC 29687 Phone: 864-498-1120 www.audit3.com

AudIT3 is an accredited registrar of quality and environmental management systems. Our mission is value-added audits, superior customer service and to become a trusted partner.

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BMGI 1200 17th Street, Suite 180 Denver, CO 80202 Phone: 303-827-0010 www.bmgi.com and www.bmgi.org

BMGI is a global consulting firm providing people-driven solutions to your most pressing business problems through innovation, Lean Six Sigma, strategic planning and more. Other: strategic planning and innovation.

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BSI 12110 Sunset Hills Road, Suite 200 Reston, VA 20190 Phone: 888-429-6178 www.bsiamerica.com

By packaging assessment, training and a management system software tool, BSI delivers a comprehensive solutions package that provides you with an integrated approach to meet your needs and embed excellence across your business.

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AQS Management Systems, Inc.Your Management Systems Solutions Provider

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AQS Management Systems, Inc. provides ISO training, coaching, and project assistance in support of organizational improvement and implementation of international management

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Bureau Veritas Certification 390 Benmar Drive, Suite 100 Houston, TX 77060 Phone: 800-937-9311 www.us.bureauveritas.com/bvc

Founded in 1828, Bureau Veritas is a global leader in certification and verification, helping clients meet challenges in quality, safety, environmental and social responsibility.

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DataNet Quality Systems 29200 Northwestern Highway, Suite 350 Southfield, MI 48034 Phone: 866-4WINSPC www.winspc.com

DataNet Quality Systems delivers real-time quality control software that empowers manufacturers to make the highest quality product for the lowest possible cost.

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DB Performance Solutions LLC 4006 Raymond Avenue Brookfield, IL 60513 Phone: 312-615-3530 www.dbpsllc.us

DBPS deliver internal and supplier audits, CAPA and risk management services to small and midsize businesses for ISO 9001 and 13485. We will guide your training and transition to 9001:2015.

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EMNS Inc. Phone: 888-900-5033 www.gsqa.com

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EtQ Inc. 399 Conklin Street, Suite 208 Farmingdale, NY 11735 Phone: 516-293-0949 www.etq.com

EtQ’s quality management software identifies, mitigates, and prevents high-risk events in the quality system. Key functionality includes CAPA, audits, document control, risk register, and more.

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Huntington Quality Associates Phone: 260-356-6092 www.hqa.com Other: certification preparation, quality system simplification

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For 15 years IICT Enterprises LLC (IICT), formerly IICT Training and Productions, has been earning the respect and business of companies (over 900 companies) certi� ed in ISO, AS, NADCAP, FDA, FAA, Nuclear, API and other industries. Our mix of Training in Calibration, Metrology, FDA Inspection Systems, NADCAP, ISO, Pressure, Temperature, Flow, and a wide variety of Quality Control classes enables IICT to partner with a vast cross section of Industry to meet many companies needs relating to Calibration and Quality System requirements. Please view our web site for a complete list of classes (over 85) offered both publicly and on-site.

Our monthly newsletter, Calibration Tips, provides up to date information on Calibration. We have had many compliments from Managers and Engineers who use the information to aid in their Calibration System Management. Contact us at [email protected] for your free reports. Our staf� ng department is available to assist you if you are in need of or desire to make an employment change.

IICT can assist you in Setting Up your Calibration or Quality Department. Email us at [email protected] to receive a personal quote.

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IICT Enterprises LLC 9006 Oakland Avenue S P.O. Box 20623 Bloomington, MN 55420 Phone: 612-387-6310 www.iictenterprisesllc.com

Calibration and metrology workshops! For 15 years IICT Enterprises LLC (IICT), formerly IICT Training and Productions, has earned the respect of more than 900 companies certified in ISO, AS, NADCAP, FDA, FAA, nuclear, API and other industries. Our monthly newsletter, Calibration Tips, provides up-to-date information on calibration. IICT can assist you in setting up your calibration or quality department.

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InfinityQS 12601 Fair Lakes Circle, Suite 250 Fairfax, VA 22033 Phone: 703-961-0200 www.infinityqs.com

InfinityQS is the global authority on manufacturing intelligence (MI) and enterprise quality, delivering real-time visibility and actionable insight on the shop floor, across the enterprise and throughout the supply chain.

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Inmar Inc. 2601 Pilgrim Court Winston-Salem, NC 27106 Phone: 866-440-6917 www.inmar.com

Supported by a continuous investment in technology and lean-focus solutions, Inmar operates three cost-effective networks: supply chain, promotions and healthcare. Our full-service recall management program includes mock recalls, notification, product retrieval, final disposition and Web-based regulatory reporting. With new legislation and increased scrutiny on product safety, manufacturers need to be prepared. Inmar is your end-to-end recall expert.

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Intelex Technologies 905 King Street W, Suite 600 Toronto, Ontario M6K 3G9 CANADA Phone: 416-599-6009 www.intelex.com

Intelex Technologies has provided software systems for managing environment, health, safety (EHS), quality, and business performance programs since 1992. Our Web-based solutions allow for unprecedented flexibility for managing, tracking and reporting on essential corporate information.

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Laboratory Testing Inc. Phone: 800-219-9095 www.labtesting.com

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Lean & Mean Business Systems Phone: 415-305-4533 www.theleanmachine.com

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Master Metrology Inc. 1041 Cromwell Bridge Road Towson, MD 21286 Phone: 410-337-0687 www.mastermetrology.com

Single-source calibration services: threads, rings, plugs, mics, blocks, electronics and more. Comprehensive outsourcing solutions: ISO, cGMP, WCM compliant programs. Great prices, fast turnaround, fully accredited.

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Minitab Inc. 1829 Pine Hall Road State College, PA 16801 Phone: 800-448-3555 www.minitab.com

Minitab Inc. delivers software and services for quality improvement. World-class organizations trust Minitab for quality, performance and bottom-line goals.

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National Quality Assurance USA Phone: 800-649-5289 www.nqa-usa.com

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NC State Lean Six Sigma 1000 Main Campus Drive, Campus Box 8301 Raleigh, NC 27695-8301 Phone: 919-515-0236 www.tx.ncsu.edu/sixsigma

NCSU offers public and on-site Lean Six Sigma training courses. The program includes Executive, Champion, Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt and Master Black Belt courses. Certification is available.

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Performance Review Institute Registrar 161 Thorn Hill Road Warrendale, PA 15086-7527 Phone: 724-772-1616 www.priregistrar.org

PRI Registrar is a not-for-profit registrar offering certifications in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, AS 9100, AS 9110, AS 9120, AS 9003 and OHSAS 18001 complience audits.

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PIVOT Management Consultants/ PQR Group Phone: 877-748-6862 www.pivotmc.com

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PQ Systems Inc. 210 B East Spring Valley Road Dayton, OH 45458 Phone: 800-777-3020 www.pqsystems.com

PQ Systems provides quality control software and training to help organizations demonstrate proof of their quality performance. Our software solutions include SQCpack®, CHARTrunner® Lean and GAGEpack®.

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Predisys Inc. 300 Brickstone Square, Suite 201 Andover, MA 01810 Phone: 978-662-5213 www.predisys.com

Predisys is the leading provider of enterprise-class advanced SPC, quality data analytics and quality management software solutions for the intuitive and powerful Microsoft SharePoint and Office platform.


QI Macros SPC Software for Excel 2696 S. Colorado Boulevard, Suite 555 Denver, CO 80222 Phone: 888-468-1537 www.qimacros.com

You don’t have to be a statistician to start getting immediate results with the QI Macros for Excel! Free 30-day trial: PC or Mac.

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QiSOFT 2 East Bryan Street, Suite 1515 Savannah, GA 31401 Phone: 912-790-7990 www.qisoft.com

QiSOFT works with manufacturers worldwide to improve profitability by establishing quality as a strategic focus. QiSOFT’s manfacturing intelligence software supports the drive for continuous process and product excellence.

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Quality Essentials Suite 3124 Highway 79 Julian, CA 92036 Phone: 866-949-9504 www.qualityessentialssuite.com

Real-time data collection with centralized data management, including nonconformance, root cause analysis and COA. Improve margins and reduce the cost of quality.

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Quality Horizons LLC 6325 Burchfield Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15217 Phone: 412-422-2246 www.qualityhorizons.org

Quality Horizons assists organizations to be cost competitive while improving customer satisfaction. Our signature is to facilitate ideas to implementation.

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Quality Management System PRO LLC Phone: 503-430-1786

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Since 2000, QualityWBT has been providing courses in auditing, standards familiarization, quality tools, root cause analysis and FMEA. Educational designer: J.P. Russell.

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StatPoint Technologies Inc. 560 Broadview Avenue, Suite 201 Warrenton, VA 20186 Phone: 540-428-0084 www.statgraphics.com

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StatSoft Inc. 2300 East 14th Street Tulsa, OK 74104 Phone: 918-749-1119 www.statsoft.com

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Sustaining Edge Solutions Inc. 8055 N. Branch Drive Tucson, AZ 85743-9642 Phone: 888-572-9642 www.sustainingedge.com

Since 2002, providing complete systems that enhance operational and customer satisfaction through process improvement, cost reduction and waste elimination. Other: kaizen events.

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University of Michigan Integrative Systems + Design 2401 Plymouth Road, Suite A/B Ann Arbor, MI 48105-2193 Phone: 734-647-7200 isd.engin.umich.edu

The University of Michigan’s Division of Integrative Systems + Design offers lean and Six Sigma certifications, custom programs, and online and on-campus master’s degrees.

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USC Consulting Group Phone: 800-888-8872 www.usccg.com

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VERSE 399 Conklin Street, Suite 208 Farmingdale, NY 11735 Phone: 516-293-0949 www.versesolutions.com

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