Debunking Common QMS Myths

Most businesses use quality management systems (QMS). Those that don’t are doomed to go bankrupt. Why? Simple: QMS gives a business accurate clues on how it can improve the quality of its products and services, which consequently increases sales. A lot of companies, however, are reluctant to invest in QMS due to certain concepts that turn out to be just myths.

One popular myth is that QMS will only add to the paperwork and fill the office with excessive volumes of documents. The truth is, QMS using the latest software will produce a few pieces of documents that contain results. The rest are stored in the system for authorized people’s reference. Most quality management software is designed to produce results and not document the process.

Some businesses refuse to have QMS because they think it would only add to their operational costs and prolong production duration. This is not a misconception but the wrong mindset. Smart business owners and managers would consider the benefit of being able to increase their sales as more than enough reason to use QMS.

Lastly, many businesses are afraid that using a QMS will affect their flexibility. Actually, QMS will improve, not limit, a business’s capability to produce quality products and services. It will help eradicate erroneous practices and find solutions to the common issues that slow down the operation.