Hi Gina! As a marketer, I love this question. It always sparks learning and great conversations among subject matter experts. I'm eager to hear what others have to say, though I've been enjoying conversations started by the Auditor Online and Quincy AI, ASQ's chatbot assistant.
Quincy has a tip for those in the EMC/EMD space: the ASQE Insights on Excellence (IoE) research suite is a go-to resource to explore, packed with benchmarking studies and annual reports that show how organizations are navigating digital transformation, adopting new technologies, and building resilient, quality-driven cultures. For anyone working with ESD/EMC certifications and standards, these insights are especially valuable for keeping up with regulatory changes and the latest in tech.
If you’re curious, here’s the page with the latest ASQE research, benchmarking reports, and thought leadership: https://asq.org/quality-resources/research/asqe-insights-on-excellence/asqe-research
I’m also keeping an eye on the new Manufacturing & Automation eXchange (MAX) event, which was recently highlighted by the Auditor. MAX stands out for bringing together multiple manufacturing disciplines and reflecting how modern factories operate as interconnected systems. It’s designed to bridge the IT and OT gap, with a focus on systems thinking, automation, and real-time data. It could be a highly relevant setting for engineering and tech professionals in EMC/EMD.
For more about the MAX event and its cross-functional approach, check out our coverage here: https://www.theauditoronline.com/new-event-max/
I’d love to know more about how iNARTE members are looking to raise the bar for quality and innovation with their organizations in 2026.
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Benjamin Koziol
Marketing & Digital Specialist
Exemplar Global · ASQ
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Original Message:
Sent: 02-05-2026 11:57 AM
From: Gina Schulz
Subject: Staying current with new technology
I'm wondering how you stay current with emerging technologies and developments in the engineering field?
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Gina Schulz
Operations Coordinator
Exemplar Global
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