Digital Quality Management Systems - A Strategic Enabler for Predictive Maintenance and Operational Efficiency in Smart Manufacturing: Enhancing Smart Manufacturing Operations

Abstract

Digital Quality Management Systems (DQMS) are emerging as a critical component in the evolution of Smart Manufacturing, offering a strategic pathway to enhance predictive maintenance and operational efficiency. Drawing on the authors' experience in supplier quality engineering and team leadership, this chapter explores the transformative role of DQMS in modern manufacturing environments. It details key features, benefits, and the evolution of DQMS in industries such as medical devices and automotive manufacturing. The chapter examines how DQMS enables real-time data analysis, advanced statistical process control (SPC), process optimization, and improved operational efficiency through automation and enhanced visibility. Integration with Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), and cloud computing is discussed. Additionally, the chapter addresses implementation strategies, challenges such as change management and regulatory compliance, and offers recommendations for aligning DQMS with business objectives to achieve sustainable quality innovation.