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The Importance of Vibration Test Fixtures For most projects, the design of vibration test fixtures is often left to the last minute. Regardless of your industry, vibration testing is one of the most important tools in product test and evaluation. A well designed fixture will provide ample rigidity to prevent resonances that can result in
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) announced that they had selected four Quantum-Resistant Cryptographic Algorithms to address concerns of quantum computer cyber attacks against current encryption technologies. The selection was made from respondents to a post-quantum cryptography standardization project. The Emerging World of Quantum Computing Quantum computers utilize certain phenomena of quantum mechanics
Integrating multiple management systems can provide businesses with a more coordinated approach to addressing growing numbers of organizational concerns and responsibilities. This integration can be accomplished prior to implementing a management system or after implementing any number of systems. Once accomplished however, an organization can realize enhanced planning, accountability, and reduction of costs. The International
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) places controls on technologies pursuant to Section 1758, whose export may threaten U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives. As of May 23, 2022 the BIS announced that it would no longer classify those controlled technologies as emerging or foundational. This action is providing the agency with flexibility
Amendments were signed into law to the Florida State Cybersecurity Act on July 1, 2022. These revisions illustrate the gap between desired levels of information security and attained levels in both the public and private sectors. The Act, also known as the Cybersecurity Act applies to the Florida Digital Service (FLDS) and the heads of
Water is a Major Concern in Product Ruggedness Testing Water is part of many test methods when evaluating product ruggedness. We live in a world that is predominated by the substance, and its effects on products for any application are severe. Because of this, products must be evaluated for their abilities to endure exposure to
ISO 27001 cybersecurity management is an effective Information Security Management System (ISMS) for organizations and businesses of all sizes. It provides a means to ensure confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information in a system that can be harmonized with other management systems. The ISO Advantage There are numerous cyber security solutions for protecting confidential information.
Test requirements for equipment designed for use on military platforms include a number of power quality standards. These standards evaluate the equipment’s ability to operate normally when subjected to disturbances characteristically found on their platform of intended use. They also place limits on the level of disturbance the equipment can contribute to the voltage distribution
Exercising export regulations due diligence involves complying to complex sets of requirements set forth by multiple U.S. government agencies. These agencies include the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), the Office of Foreign Asset Controls (OFAC), and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). The International Traffic in Arms
Collaboration and Quality Management are concepts that should come to mind together. It can, however, be difficult to combine teamwork and quality management in a manufacturing or service process. There are challenges involved in bringing all interested parties to the table and engaging them in working together to continuously improve products and services. These challenges
Integrating NIST cybersecurity for business applications into existing management system processes requires specialized implementation. This is of special concern for organizations involved in contracting with the Department of Defense (DoD) that are adopting NIST SP 800-171 to meet Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements. A major issue in this integration, is that the NIST cybersecurity
Implementing ISO 9001:2015 properly can benefit an organization across the board if executed appropriately. The first steps of an effective implementation process should include determining what the intended results of the program should be. These quality objectives may include factors beyond meeting customer expectations and ensuring the quality of products and services. For example, a
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) considers enforcement policies changes an instrument for combatting national security threats. This was highlighted in remarks released from Matthew Axelrod, Assistant Secretary for Export Enforcement. In recent presentations he outlined the changing focus of the United States export control system and the need for bolstering enforcement actions of
Many small businesses owners have expressed concerns about the challenges in adopting CMMC standards. While the Department of Defense (DoD) has been stressing the necessity for contractors to reach various levels of Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) for years now, many businesses are at a loss as to how to implement an effective program despite
The Importance of Understanding Export Administration Regulations (EAR) Understanding Export Administration Regulations is especially important for businesses today because of the prevalence and ease of conducting international trade in today’s world. Many businesses learn too late the consequences of remaining ignorant of federal export control laws. Unfortunately, ignorance is not a defense when a party
Achieving quality objectives is a goal when implementing and maintaining any ISO 9000 family quality management system (QMS). To achieve goals however, an organization must first clearly delineate what those objectives are. Establishing quality objectives is a requirement under the planning clause of ISO 9001:2015. However, to obtain the greatest value, care should be taken
