Mr Venu Srinivasan First President of NIQR addressing NIQR Members
The 18th NIQR Global Quality Convention continues NIQR’s proud legacy of promoting excellence in quality leadership and innovation, drawing from over four decades of impactful contributions. This year’s theme focuses on equipping quality leaders with the resilience and agility needed to thrive in today’s dynamic digital manufacturing and business landscapes.
Bringing together visionary leaders, industry pioneers and quality champions, the convention will serve as a vibrant platform for:
The convention will feature keynote sessions by global thought leaders, addressing
both the challenges and emerging opportunities of the new era. Participants will
engage in expert panels and interactive forums that delve into disruptive
technologies, leadership agility and shifting market dynamics.
The National Institution for Quality and Reliability (NIQR) is India’s premier professional body committed to advancing excellence in Quality, Reliability, Innovation,and Sustainability. Established in 1987 and headquartered in Chennai, NIQR has cultivated a strong national presence, driving transformative performance across diverse sectors.
With regional chapters across the country, NIQR fosters a vibrant ecosystem that nurtures operational excellence and leadership- from grassroots initiatives to boardroom strategies. It serves as a key contributor to the National Quality Movement, actively supporting policy through its association with the Quality Council of India (QCI), the National Board for Quality Promotion (NBQP) and also has an MOU with ASQ. NIQR empowers industries, MSMEs, academia and professionals through impactful programs in capacity building, consultancy, collaboration and quality systems integration. Its influence spans manufacturing, services, IT, infrastructure, energy, healthcare, environment and education.
» Resilient Leadership: Transform uncertainty into opportunity by fostering a culture of innovation, agility and accountability in quality management.
» Strategic Flexibility: Leverage technology, data-driven insights and human expertise to navigate disruptions and ensure long-term quality excellence.
» Innovation – Driven Culture: Promote continuous experimentation, cross-functional collaboration and process optimization to drive innovation and quality.
» Sustainable Practices: Align business goals with environmental and social responsibility, strengthening stakeholder trust and regulatory compliance.
» Future-Ready Workforce: Invest in skill development, adaptability and technological training to prepare teams for the next-generation quality landscape.
» AI-Powered Transformation: Utilize Al-driven analytics, real-time monitoring and automation while upholding the highest standards of data accuracy and security.
» Data Governance: Establish robust data frameworks to ensure that Al insights are reliable, ethical and actionable.
» Quality 5.0: Integrate Al, IoT and blockchain with human expertise to enable proactive and predictive quality assurance.
» Ethical Considerations: » Prioritize ethics, customer-centric strategies and experience-based decision-making to maintain trust in quality leadership.
» Operational Excellence : Drive continuous improvement, process optimization and innovation to sustain a competitive edge in quality standards.
NIQR proudly presents a prestigious lineup of awards, celebrating exemplary organizations and visionary individuals who have made outstanding contributions in their respective fields. These coveted honors are bestowed during the highly anticipated NIQR Global Convention, where industry leaders, innovators, and changemakers from across the world come together.
NIQR — Ashok Leyland Award
Recognizing the “Outstanding Organization”
NIQR – ACCURATE Award
Honoring the “Outstanding Quality Man”
NIQR – INDIA PISTON Award
Celebrating “Lifetime Achievement”
NIQR – LUCAS TVS Award
Distinguishing the “Outstanding Service Organization”
NIQR – TVN Kidao Award
Recognizing the “Outstanding Educational Institution”
NIQR – SCHWING STETTER Award
Honoring the “Outstanding MSME”
NIQR Award
Applauding the “Best Student Team in Quiz Competition”
Presented biennially at the NIQR Global Convention, these awards serve as a testament to excellence, innovation and commitment to quality.
The National Institution for Quality and Reliability (NIQR) is India’s premier professional body committed to advancing excellence in Quality, Reliability, Innovation and Sustainability.
Round Table House, First Floor, No.80, Uthamar Gandhi Salai,
Nungambakkam,
Chennai 600 034
+91 44 2827 1530
Mr. R. Sriram – Convention Chairman
+91 99403 74160
Mr. P. Arulmani – Convention Secretary
+91 87544 66543
Dr. V. Swaminathan – Convention Mentor
+91 98403 56293
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