Digital Quality System
Paper-based quality programs create gaps — missed checks, incomplete records, and audit prep that takes days instead of minutes. 10in6 replaces paper quality systems with digital checks, real-time SPC monitoring, and complete traceability that's ready when an auditor or customer asks.
The problems DQS solves on the floor
Quality checks live on paper
Paper forms get filled in late, lost, or skipped entirely. When an auditor asks for records, someone scrambles to pull binders instead of opening a screen.
Defects are found too late
Out-of-spec product travels downstream before anyone notices. The cost multiplies at every step — rework, scrap, and sometimes customer complaints.
Traceability gaps create risk
When a customer asks where a part has been and what checks it passed, the answer takes hours or days instead of seconds.
Every Module in our DQS
Select any module to explore what it does and how it fits into your quality operation.
Scheduled Quality Checks
Digitize every quality check on the shop floor. Checks are triggered electronically on your defined schedule — and operators must acknowledge and complete them before moving on. No more missed checks, paper logs, or end-of-day guesswork. Management gets real-time conformance scorecards by line, area, and operator.
- Electronic triggering on any schedule — hourly, per shift, per lot
- Mandatory acknowledgment — checks cannot be skipped
- Attach instructions, reference images, and pass/fail criteria
- Management scorecards showing conformance rates in real time
- Alerts when a check is overdue or a result is out of spec
- Full digital record — no paper, no transcription errors
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Monitor critical process parameters in real time and catch trends before they become defects. SPC automatically plots control charts, calculates Cpk, and alerts operators and engineers the moment data moves toward an out-of-control condition. Shift from reactive quality inspection to proactive process control.
- Xbar, R-chart, and Cpk analysis for critical parameters
- Real-time alerts when data trends out of control limits
- Configurable warning and control limits per parameter
- Trend visibility across shifts, lines, and operators
- Catch process drift before a defect is produced
- Integrates with Process Variable Collection for automatic data capture
Visual Inspection
A touch-screen interface purpose-built for operators to identify, classify, and record visual defects at the point of detection. Operators tap the defect type and location directly on-screen. Management gets instant Pareto charts by defect type, location, line, and operator — so root cause analysis starts with real data, not memory.
- Touch-screen defect entry — fast and intuitive for operators
- Classify defects by type, location, and severity
- Repair vs. rejection decision captured at point of detection
- Pareto charts by defect type, shift, and line
- Defect location mapping on product diagrams
- Trend analysis to identify systematic vs. random defects
Track & Trace
Capture every critical parameter for every unit or batch as it moves through production. Operators scan or enter identifiers at each stage, and 10in6 builds a complete birth history — machine settings, operator IDs, timestamps, inspection results, and raw material inputs — all tied to the specific unit or lot. When a customer or regulator calls, you can respond in minutes, not days.
- Serialized, unit-level, or lot-level traceability capture
- All critical parameters tied to each unit or batch
- Material inputs, operator records, and timestamps linked automatically
- Complete birth history reportable in seconds
- Sort and filter by any characteristic — serial number, date, line, operator
- Respond to customer recall or audit requests in minutes
Andon Alerts for Quality
When a quality issue surfaces — an SPC alarm, a failed inspection, or a defect pattern — the right people are notified immediately. Quality engineers, supervisors, and management receive alerts via Andon board, email, or SMS. Issues are escalated before they compound into larger defect runs, not discovered at end of shift.
- Automatic alerts triggered by SPC alarms or failed checks
- Routes notifications to quality engineers, supervisors, or management
- Andon board, email, and SMS delivery options
- Response time tracking — who acknowledged and when
- Escalation rules if alerts go unacknowledged
- Full audit trail of every alert, response, and resolution
Digital Auditing
Customer audits don't have to be nerve-racking. 10in6 keeps complete, organized quality records continuously — so when an auditor walks in or a customer sends a request, your data is already structured, searchable, and ready to present. Clients consistently report that auditors are impressed by the depth and accessibility of their 10in6 quality records.
- All quality records stored continuously — no audit scramble
- Inspection results, check conformance, and defect history all linked
- Filter and export records by date, line, product, or lot
- Present positive quality trends confidently to customers and auditors
- Supports IATF 16949, ISO 9001, SQF, and customer-specific requirements
- Respond to customer quality requests in minutes, not days
First Time Through (FTT)
Track the percentage of units that complete every step of production and inspection without rework, repair, or rejection on the first attempt. FTT is captured automatically from quality check outcomes and scrap records — no manual calculation required.
- Automatic FTT calculation from quality check and scrap data
- FTT by line, shift, product, and operator
- Identifies which operations or products drive the most rework
- Trend analysis over shifts, weeks, and months
- Supports continuous improvement prioritization
- Ties directly to OEE Quality Rate for a complete picture
CMM Integration
Connect your Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) data directly into 10in6. CMM measurement results are captured automatically and tied to the specific unit, batch, or job — giving quality engineers and auditors a complete picture of dimensional quality alongside the rest of the production record. Sold as a separately licensed add-on.
- Automatic capture of CMM measurement results
- Tied to specific units, batches, or jobs in the production record
- Dimensional quality data alongside OEE, traceability, and quality checks
- Supports major CMM brands and common output formats
Quality Alerting
Push critical quality alerts directly to the shop floor when issues occur. Alerts are displayed at the relevant machines or workstations and must be acknowledged by operators before production continues — ensuring teams are aware of recent issues and actively checking for recurrence. Helps prevent repeat defects by reinforcing corrective actions in real time.
- Display active quality alerts at specific machines or work centers
- Require operator acknowledgement before starting or continuing production
- Communicate known issues and required checks to prevent recurrence
- Ensure consistent awareness across all shifts and operators
The real cost of paper-based quality
Every quality escape, missed check, and untraceable lot has a cost — in rework, scrap, customer complaints, or audit exposure. Paper systems can't catch process drift in real time, can't prove what happened after the fact, and can't scale as your quality program grows.
10in6 moves quality control to the point of production — with the data, the accountability, and the traceability to back it up.
- Spend less time "checking the checkers"
- Investigate root causes instead of fighting fires
- Impress customers with instant digital auditing
- Reduce overpack and label errors at the source
Real Result
"After moving quality checks to 10in6, it was the first time we had a good view of overpack. This one change has resulted in hundreds of thousands of dollars in savings."
Quality results that speak for themselves
"Before 10in6, customer audits were nerve-racking. Now we are proud to show our system and positive quality trends."
"The Track and Trace module has helped us significantly improve traceability. We can now respond to customer requests in minutes."
"Quality, Engineering and Maintenance are all using the same data, working with a more united focus on issues."
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