ARTICLES
Processes Requiring Validation
Author: R.T. "Bud" Weightman
Bud Weightman's presentation to the API 2006 Auditor Summit, "The Licensee's Responsibility for Process Validation". This article is to help provide an understanding of how to review Process Validation Requirements (whether addressed by API specifications, industry codes, industry standards or licensee requirements) and to establish a thought process by which to evaluate processes requiring validation.
Analysis of Quality System Implementation versus Stakeholder Perception
Author: R.T. "Bud" Weightman
Addresses the various stakeholders in an organization and what their perception may be with regards to the implementation of the Quality Management System (QMS), particularly with regards to the ISO 9001, 2000 transition and wording issues.
Can E & P Companies Add to the Bottom Line through Standardization?
Author: R.T. "Bud" Weightman
Although any E & P company could find the information in this article to be helpful, it is targeted for the small to medium sized companies who focus on land drilling operations. Industry initiatives, as well as international standardization efforts, are identifying concepts and methodologies which, if implemented, will allow companies to document, implement and track their management activities for improved profits.
CE Marking and Legal Risk Management: Simply Good Business
Authors: Helena Haapio and Andrew J. Bergman
Discusses methods manufacturers can employ to effectively meet CE marking requirements and simultaneously minimize their liability exposure through systematic quality and risk management strategies.
How to Select a Registrar
Author: R.T. "Bud" Weightman
A knowledgeable approach to the subject including understanding the need for Certification and provides specific information to support making informed choices for selecting a Registrar.
Improving Procurement Reliability through Planning and Better Communication
Author: R.T. "Bud" Weightman
Includes Self-Assessment Questionnaire and recommended methods for creating the above.
Why Is the Implementation of API Sec. Q1, 7th Edition So Complex?
Author: R.T. "Bud" Weightman
API Sec. Q1, 7th Edition requirements – A Summary
Understanding CE Marking Requirements for the European Union
Author: Andrew J. Bergman
Provides an introduction into the legal and technical safety requirements that affect equipment being sold in the EU. Compliance with these requirements can be a comprehensive task and the purpose of this article is to provide an overview so that manufactures will have a fundamental understanding of the important concepts.
PRESENTATIONS
API Auditor Summit 2008
Author: R.T. "Bud" Weightman
Bud Weightman's presentation to the API 2008 Auditor Summit, it regards API's Quality Subcommittee SC-18, Task Group TG-1 Auditing Effectiveness which Bud chairs. The presentation identifies the purpose of the task group, its history and some recommendations about auditing API Product Specifications.
