In this episode of The QT9 Q-Cast, host Christian Reyes discusses quality management in the cannabis industry with Samantha Miller, a pioneering cannabis scientist and entrepreneur. They explore the importance of quality management systems (QMS) in cannabis, the challenges of implementing these systems, and the benefits they bring to businesses. Samantha shares insights on ISO standards, the role of quality in operational excellence, and the impact of regulatory compliance on cannabis companies.To Reach out to Samantha, you can find her at PureAnalytics.net or email her at info@pureanalytics.net#cannabis, #qualitymanagement, #ISO #standards, #operational #excellence, #regulatory #compliance

ISO 9001 is being updated for the first time in over a decade — and the 2026 revision is shaping up to be the most significant modernization since 2015. In this episode of the QT9 Q-Cast, host Christian Reyes sits down with veteran ISO consultant Lorraine Caputo of Lumanity to separate credible signals from speculation and break down what organizations can confidently prepare for today.Drawing from official committee updates, DIS ballot timing, and industry guidance, Lorraine clarifies what’s likely changing, what’s staying steady, and how quality teams across manufacturing, life sciences, medical devices, aerospace, and automotive can get ahead of the curve. From climate-change requirements already in effect to expected emphasis on digitalization, ethical behavior, and leadership accountability, this episode offers a grounded roadmap for operational excellence.Listeners will learn why the 2026 revision is an evolution, not an overhaul — and why most core clauses (4–10) remain stable. Lorraine also demystifies widespread myths, including the misconception that AI and eQMS tools will become mandatory. Instead, companies should focus on strengthening leadership, documenting climate-change considerations, piloting digital tools early, and preparing for a three-year transition window post-publication.Whether you’re maintaining ISO 9001:2015 compliance or preparing for the upcoming FDIS in 2026, this episode equips quality professionals with high-confidence, transcript-accurate insights aligned with QT9’s mission: helping organizations digitize, automate, and elevate their quality systems with clarity and confidence.Get in touch with Lorraine Caputo through Lumanity at www.Lumanity.com

Unlock the power of unified manufacturing data with the new QT9 Business Intelligence (BI) Tool, launching December 2025. In this episode of the QT9 Q-Cast, host Christian Reyes sits down with data analyst Riley Wise to explore how QT9 BI 3.0 brings together QT9 QMS, QT9 ERP, Excel, REST APIs, MySQL, and other external data sources—all in one centralized BI platform. 

Learn how manufacturers can build custom dashboards, KPI visualizations, and live reports without manual exports, VLOOKUPs, or spreadsheet maintenance. Riley walks through new features like combined QMS/ERP reporting, automated data refresh schedules, editable dashboard templates, pre-built analytics, training delinquency reporting, inventory aging dashboards, and the all-new SQL Query Builder for advanced data queries. 

Whether you're a quality manager, operations leader, plant manager, or data-driven manufacturer, this episode shows how QT9 BI helps teams eliminate data silos and make faster, more accurate decisions. 

Is your prime saying they can’t award the PO until your CMMCstatus shows in SPRS? In this QT9 Q‑Cast episode, host Christian Reyes interviews Rhea Dancel (Senior Manager of Information Security at NSF, a C3PAO) to demystify CMMC compliance—who needs it, how Levels 1–3 map to NIST SP 800‑171/172, and exactly what assessors expect.

Guest: Rhea Dancel, NSF (C3PAO &certification body).Host: Christian Reyes, QT9.

Chapters 00:00 Why your PO is gated by SPRS + CMMC’s purpose01:06 Meet guest Rhia Dancel (NSF, C3PAO)01:42 Why CMMC replaced self‑attestation; 320 objectives03:03 Verified assessments vs. self‑assessments03:21 Levels 1–3 overview (FCI vs. CUI; NIST 800‑171/172)04:14 CMMC as both security framework and contract gate05:01 Who needs CMMC? Prime → sub flow‑down06:03 32 CFR program rule; 48 CFR clauses; rollout through Nov202807:04 FCI vs. CUI (plain‑English examples)08:30 COTS scope discussion09:10 Do SaaS vendors need CMMC? (depends on CUI & flow‑down)10:18 Scoping Level 2: SSP, network diagram, asset inventory10:54 C3PAO vs. consultant; mock assessments11:21 What counts as evidence; why technical proof wins12:09 Level 3 path (after Level 2 with C3PAO → DoD/DIBCAC)12:49 FedRAMP Moderate / equivalent for cloud CUI13:19 First 5 tasks to start (gap analysis → remediation → docs)14:36 Minimum viable evidence (SSP + network + inventory)15:21 When software vendors should pursue CMMC; scheduling realities17:26 Level 1 as a trust signal; annual affirmation18:40 How primes view vendors without CMMC in SPRS19:23 Level 2 timeline; enclaves; control inheritance22:16 Where to find NSF (Cyber AB Marketplace) & wrap‑up

DisclaimerThis episode shares general information—not legal advice. Always verifyrequirements in your specific solicitations and contracts.

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AS9100 is set to become IA9100 in 2026—and aerospace suppliers are already asking what that means for timelines, audits, and their QMS. In this episode, host Christian Reyes (QT9 Software; Lead Auditor for ISO 13485) interviews Mike Varney, aerospace quality consultant and president of MVQMS Consulting, to break down what’s likely coming and how to get ahead of it. Expect plain-English, early guidance on the anticipated Q4 2026 publication window and transition period, what auditors will emphasize (e.g., ethical behavior evidence, MSA), rising cybersecurity/IT security “shall” expectations, practical product safety clarifications (Clause 8.1.3), and smart ways to time your transition audit to upgrade from AS9100 to IA9100 without gaps. Mike also shares where small teams should start (think: a simple gauge R&R first) and busts common myths like “we need to rewrite our whole QMS” or “FAI alone proves process capability.” Reach out to Mike Varney Quality Management Solutions: MVarneyQMS.comYou can also find Mike Varney on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mike-varney-quality-management-solutions-llc/Check out www.QT9Software.com to learn more about us!

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the QT9 Q-Cast, the show that simplifies quality management for business leaders and professionals. In this episode, host Christian Reyes sits down with Brant Engelhart, founder and CEO of QT9 Software, a market leader with over 20 years in the industry.

Brant shares his journey from a "de facto quality manager" for a small manufacturer to creating a QMS software and building a company that now serves over 1,000 customers globally. Discover how he pivoted QT9 during the 2008-2009 financial crisis by focusing on customer feedback and developing new modules for the aerospace and medical device industries.

Learn about QT9's unique, customer-centric approach, which includes a one-flat-price model and a commitment to culture, even as the company has grown and evolved. Brant discusses his mindset of continuous creation and the "startup energy" that drives the company's explosive growth and product innovation.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in quality management systems, business growth, and the power of a strong company culture. Tune in to hear the story behind one of the top competitors in the QMS world, and how a focus on quality and customer satisfaction can lead to long-term success.

Check out www.QT9Software.com to learn more about us!