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LEEEEROY JENKINS!!” Should Be a Meme, Not Your SOP
ISO 9001 isn't just red tape—it's how you prevent your team from pulling a "Leroy Jenkins" and turning process into pandemonium. Here's how to stop chaos before it starts.

Debra Matthews Hampton
May 30, 20253 min read


Drowning in ISO 9001 Paperwork? Here’s Why Less Is More
Too much ISO 9001 documentation can suffocate your quality system. Discover why leaner, simpler systems not only meet standards—they drive real improvement.

Debra Matthews Hampton
May 30, 20253 min read


The Purchase Order Liability That Could Have Cost Millions
During our recent ISO 9001 audit, we uncovered a critical gap in procurement documentation that could have resulted in catastrophic liability exposure. Without written ASTM specifications on purchase orders, this manufacturer had no legal recourse against their supplier. Remember: VERBAL REQUESTS DON'T HOLD UP IN COURT.

Debra Matthews Hampton
May 15, 20252 min read


How Your Quality System Might Be KILLING Your Business
Is your quality system hiding a dangerous secret? When we measured individual products instead of batches at one manufacturing facility, we discovered the horrifying truth: 80% of products failed specifications despite 'perfect' quality reports. This averaging deception masks variation that customers experience with every product. Learn how ISO 9001 implementation through Cornerstone Engineering exposed this quality crime and transformed customer satisfaction.

Debra Matthews Hampton
May 13, 20252 min read


Parlez-Vous ISO? Voltaire's Guide to Quality Management
Voltaire understood something about human communication - we can't have a meaningful conversation if we're not speaking the same language.

Debra Matthews Hampton
Jan 19, 20252 min read


Defying Gravity with ISO 9001: A Quality Management Tale of Oz
Imagine if Elphaba had ISO 9001! From diversity training at Shiz to documented procedures, quality management could transform Oz.

Debra Matthews Hampton
Jan 18, 20252 min read


My take on Election Victory in 2024: ISO 9001!
I am dreaming of an election where the path to the White House is paved not with promises, but with quality management standards!

Debra Hampton
Nov 4, 20242 min read


Neo's ISO 9001 Adventure: When The One Meets The Standard
Imagine a world where Neo, our leather-clad hero, discovers not just the truth about the Matrix, but also the power of ISO 9001!

Debra Matthews Hampton
Nov 3, 20242 min read


Pippi Longstocking's ISO 9001 Adventure: From Chaos to Continual Improvement!
Imagine if our favorite freckle-faced, pigtail-wearing rebel, Pippi Longstocking, stumbled upon ISO 9001 and Cornerstone Engineering!

Debra Matthews Hampton
Nov 1, 20242 min read


Leadership and Objectives: The Cornerstones of ISO 9001 Success
These components form the backbone of any successful quality management system, especially for a new business finding its footing.

Debra Matthews Hampton
Sep 10, 20243 min read


The Power of Planning: A Startup’s ISO 9001 Implementation Journey Continues
As we often say, “Planning is knowing risks. PLAN to prevent them.”

Debra Matthews Hampton
Sep 10, 20243 min read


From Excel to Excellence: A Startup’s ISO 9001 Implementation Journey
In our last post, we introduced you to a bold startup in Iowa, determined to implement ISO 9001 from day one.

Debra Matthews Hampton
Sep 10, 20243 min read


From Scratch to ISO 9001: A Startup’s Bold Journey
ISO 9001 isn’t just for established companies. For startups willing to embrace it, it can be a powerful tool for building a strong foundatio

Debra Matthews Hampton
Sep 4, 20243 min read


RCA: The Simple Yet Powerful Framework for Business Excellence
RCA stands for Responsibilities, Cadence, and Audit - a straightforward framework that can revolutionize how your business operates.

Debra Matthews Hampton
Aug 28, 20243 min read


ISO for Teenagers: A Humorous Take on Quality Management for Parenting
Imagine a world where parenting teenagers was as structured and efficient as an ISO 9001-certified business.

Debra Matthews Hampton
Aug 28, 20243 min read


From Vision to Industry Revolution: How ISO 9001 Fueled Frank’s Startup Success
When Frank called me, he was a man with a vision and a burning desire for change.

Debra Matthews Hampton
Aug 27, 20242 min read


From Factory Floor to Shipping Manager: A Story of Growth Through Quality
I remember twenty years ago, when I first stepped into the bustling manufacturing plant as a third-party auditor, and met Alonzo.

Debra Matthews Hampton
Aug 27, 20243 min read


RCA ISO 9001: The Simple Yet Powerful Approach to Implementing an OHS Management System
When it comes to implementing an Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Management System, many organizations find themselves overwhelmed...

Debra Hampton
Jun 3, 20242 min read


ISO: Focus On Two Areas
By focusing on just TWO key areas, you could dramatically transform your organization?

Debra Hampton
May 12, 20242 min read


From John Deere Green to Camfil: A Commitment to Quality Comes Full Circle
I've committed to serving as the Interim Quality Manager for Camfil's facility in Riverdale, NJ.

Debra Hampton
Feb 24, 20243 min read
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