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ASQ and You. Matthew J. Maio ASQ Regional Director, Region 7. Topics. ASQ Vision, Objectives, and Themes ASQ Membership Types and Benefits ASQ Initiatives ASQ Certifications ASQ Training ASQ Publications Region Initiatives Member Satisfaction. Vision, Objectives, and Themes. Vision
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ASQ and You Matthew J. Maio ASQ Regional Director, Region 7
Topics ASQ Vision, Objectives, and Themes ASQ Membership Types and Benefits ASQ Initiatives ASQ Certifications ASQ Training ASQ Publications Region Initiatives Member Satisfaction
Vision, Objectives, and Themes Vision By making quality a global priority, an organizational imperative, and a personal ethic, the American Society for Quality becomes the community for everyone who seeks quality technology, concepts, or tools to improve themselves and their world.
Vision, Objectives, and Themes Objectives To be stewards of the quality profession by providing member (customer) value. To be stewards of the quality movement by providing increased society value from ASQ activities.
Vision, Objectives, and Themes Priority Strategic Themes Support quality professionals and practitioners in their efforts to grow in value in the workplace and community Prove and communicate the economic case for quality Assure that a vital, growing Body of Knowledge is accessible to everyone Become the community of choice for quality Grow the use and impact of quality in every segment of the economy Make sure the world knows the importance and value of quality
Regular Member - Description Regular membership is designed for quality professionals and practitioners. It enhances the tradition of ASQ membership with more flexibility and value. Regular members seek a breadth and depth of information; networking, training and education; and personal and professional development options delivered in a variety of formats and frequencies. Regular members reside around the globe. Senior and Fellow members receive all of the benefits of a Regular member plus the choice of one additional Section, or two Forums or one journal. Senior and Fellow member dues are equal to the Regular member dues, inclusive of their additional benefits. Membership
Regular Member Benefits Summary: • Quality Progress magazine (print) • Monthly topic-specific article collections (electronic) • Quality News Today, 24/7 worldwide news service • Image and Awareness enhancement materials • ASQ branding tools • Economic Case for Quality materials • Enhanced presence and activity on national issues • One Section Membership • One Forum/Division Membership • Quality Information Search access, research and support • Leisure and affinity benefits • Back issues of Quality Progress (electronic) • ASQ annual salary survey (electronic) • Discounts on ASQ products and services • Web-based ASQ information • A la Carte Options (for separate fee) • Additional Sections/Forums/Divisions • Journals, Books, Courses, Conferences, Certification • Section member discounts • Current Member Annual Dues: $119 Membership
Associate Member: Description Associate membership is designed to appeal to practitioners; quality may or may not be their primary job function, yet they are interested in a broad exposure to quality disciplines or topics. It is also intended for those selecting ASQ as a secondary, or supplemental professional organization. Associate members prefer to receive benefits electronically and requires more information and opportunities than are available to Forum members. Associate membership can attract individuals around the world. Associates participate in an electronic Section for networking activities. This membership is a mid-level entry path into ASQ. Associate members cannot hold elected office in the Society, nor in local Sections or Forums/Divisions, unless they maintain Section/Forum/Division membership. Membership
Associate Member Benefits Summary • Quality Progress magazine (electronic) • Online discussion boards • Quality News Today, 24/7 worldwide news service • Electronic section membership • ASQ general public content • Access to ASQ annual salary survey (electronic) • Leisure and affinity benefits • Society newsletters • Discounts on ASQ products and services • A la Carte Options (separate fees) • Books, Certification, Conferences, Courses • Additional local sections, Forums/Divisions, Journals, QIC searches, Quality Progress (print) • Section member discounts if a Section member • Annual Dues: $69 Membership
Forum Member: Description Forum membership is intended to appeal to those individuals who have an interest in quality focused within a specific industry or topic, as represented by a Forum/Division. This individual prefers membership and benefit access primarily through electronic means, although face-to-face and networking opportunities would be available to further engage this member. Forum members can reside around the globe. Forum members are only eligible to hold office in their Forum—not in the Society. Senior or Fellow designations are not available to Forum members. Membership Student Member: Description Student members are pursuing degrees at an accredited university or college on a full-time basis. They are studying a range of subjects and are interested in advancing their knowledge of quality tools, techniques and applications within their field of study. Student members help create a loyal base of future Regular members. Students are eligible to hold volunteer positions within their chosen student branch, and through that branch are members of the local Section.
ASQ Initiatives ASQ Public Website ASQ Member Website Discussion Boards Affinity Benefits ASQ Image Enhancement ASQ and BoK Awareness Quality Awareness Market Diversification Increase ability to Change
ASQ Certifications Biomedical Auditor (CBA) Calibration Technician (CQT) HACCP Auditor (CHA) Mechanical Inspector (CQI) Quality Auditor (CQA) Quality Engineer (CQE) Quality Manager (being replaced by CMQ/OE) Quality Technician (CQT) Reliability Engineer (CRE) Six Sigma Black Belt (CSSBB) Software Quality Engineer (CSQE) Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE) Quality Improvement Associate (CQIA) Quality Process Analyst (CQPA) Six Sigma Green Belt – In Work
ASQ Training/Pubs ASQ Training Webinars E-Learning Public course On-site training Six Sigma Foundations in Quality Series Magazines / Journals / Books / Standards Website now has “Area of Use”
Region Initiatives Region website (information/events): http://asqgroups.asq.org/SectionVolunteerCommunity/Region7/ Section Leadership Training Working to extend Section membership discounts to all Region 7 ASQ members Develop and make available seminars, meeting programs, and training courses Partner with Region 6
Region Initiatives Act on Section member feedback Represent Sections on SAC and BoD Focused DRD Assignments Membership value Academic relationships Community Good Works Division/Forum relationships
Member Satisfaction Networking Develop relationships (beyond the meeting) Become a mentor Help others Get involved Section level Earn recertification units Lead projects/activities Develop skills Help shape/guide section direction Develop and present training Coordinate seminars