By using Enterprise Quality Management Software (EQMS) as a platform for communication and collaboration, market leading companies are integrating quality management with every part of the value chain. In leveraging these capabilities, organizations are benefiting from improved business performance and strengthened strategic positioning. This Research Spotlight discusses the most notable points of integration for quality management functionalities across business processes, specifically in the following areas:

• Product Lifecycle Management
• Supply-Chain Management
• Environment, Health, and Safety
• Manufacturing Operations Management
• Customer Relationship Management
• Enterprise Resource Planning

From reading this report, executives, plant managers, and other top decision-makers will attain industry insights on the most important aspects of an enterprise-level quality integration.