In a world where quality standards are crucial to success, NewPower Worldwide is making an important move by joining the ANSI/ASQ Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs) 69 and 176. This decision places NewPower alongside respected organizations like CATERPILLAR, CISCO, INTEL, BOEING, LOCKHEED MARTIN, MICRON TECHNOLOGY, SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC, and GOOGLE. By becoming a member of this select group, NewPower seeks to actively contribute to the development and refinement of international quality standards, ensuring they meet the evolving needs of the industry and keep pace with technological advancements.As part of its responsibilities, the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) oversees U.S. Technical Advisory Groups (TAGs), which develop and transmit U.S. consensus positions on ISO standards. U.S. TAGs play a critical role in the approval, revision, and withdrawal of these standards while also selecting delegates to represent the U.S. at ISO meetings.NewPower's Commitment to Excellence and InnovationAs a member of TAG 69, which focuses on Applications of Statistical Methods, and TAG 176, dedicated to Quality Management and Quality Assurance standards, NewPower is positioned to influence the standards that govern global quality practices. This involvement reflects NewPower's dedication to pioneering quality initiatives that align with the company's vision of excellence and innovation.Pioneering New Standards: ISO 10009-2024NewPower's quality leadership was also engaged in the development and release of the ISO 10009 - 2024 standard, which serves as a companion to ISO 9001 and ISO 10017. This new standard provides quality practitioners with essential tools for structured problem-solving, encouraging their application in various contexts.By leveraging the guidance offered by the ISO 10009 - 2024 standard, organizations can achieve tangible benefits, including reduced complaints, minimized waste, faster turnaround times, improved responsiveness, and enhanced regulatory compliance. This standard serves as a valuable resource for quality practitioners, helping them enhance their quality management systems and overall effectiveness.The Future of Quality LeadershipNewPower's membership in ANSI/ASQ TAGs 69 and 176 marks a pivotal point in the company's journey toward setting a benchmark for quality leadership in the industry. By actively contributing to the development of international standards, NewPower is poised to influence the future of quality management practices. This strategic move enhances NewPower's capabilities and affirms its commitment to fostering a culture of quality that benefits both the company and the broader industry landscape.To learn more about NewPower's commitment to quality, visit www.newpowerww.com or email info@newpowerww.com.

Organized by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), Taiwan International Water Week (TIWW) 2024, opened grandly today at the TWTC Exhibition Hall 1. This year, TIWW 2024 features nearly 100 companies and almost 200 booths, highlighting the active involvement of both domestic and international exhibitors from seven countries, including France, the United Kingdom, the United States, Denmark, Japan etc. TIWW 2024 established as a premier platform for industry professionals to explore cutting-edge innovations, forge partnerships, and pursue business opportunities within the global water resources sector.Mr. Simon Wang, the President & CEO of the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA) emphasized the urgent global water crisis, noting that the accelerating effects of climate change have made effective water resource management crucial for sustainable development. This year's TIWW focuses on the themes of "Sustainable Water" and "Smart Water," with exhibitors showcasing groundbreaking technologies such as desalination, wastewater treatment, and recycled water systems, as well as smart equipment and intelligent water management systems, driving both innovation and sustainability within Taiwan's water industry.TIWW 2024 gathers the full spectrum of the water industry, presenting a wide array of solutions that encompass everything from essential components and equipment to fully integrated system planning. Notable exhibitors such as AVK, Winn & Coales (Denso), TA-DEE CHANG (TDC), KINGSHUENYI (KSE), Solteam Opto, EAGLESKY (ES), and KINGTRON are exhibiting cutting-edge products, including valves, pumps, meters, and other critical components. Leading water treatment companies like Veolia, LCY Chemical, the Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI), NOVAX, NALCO, WINRESP, TUNG HSIN CHANG (THC), and YUAN CHANG are showcasing their advanced water treatment technologies. Additionally, SYTECS, GUNG DAI, TANKPAC, Swun Chyan, and Multiply Industrial are unveiling filtration and clean water solutions. Meanwhile, KFR, UTRUST, FENRI, and ENERGY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (EMS) are spotlighting smart water management systems powered by IoT technology.Beyond the extensive exhibits, TIWW offers a diverse array of activities throughout the event. Over the next three days, seventeen exhibitors will present their latest technologies and products. The Water Resources Agency (WRA) will host an international forum today (September 11) at the Taipei International Convention Center (TICC), focusing on critical water issues. On September 12, the TIWW Tech Talk session will feature presentations from Veolia Water, the Water Resources Agency (WRA), and the British Standards Institution (BSI), covering topics such as wastewater biological treatment technology, carbon neutrality in hydraulic engineering, and international standards trends. These sessions will facilitate discussions on water resource development trends and promote collaboration among academia, research institutions, and industry professionals.To assist exhibitors in expanding their global presence, TAITRA has mobilized over 60 overseas offices to arrange one-on-one procurement meetings between international buyers and Taiwanese exhibitors. This initiative aims to foster cross-border collaborations and help Taiwanese companies tap into global business opportunities and international buyers find suitable partners and solutions.Taiwan International Water Week 2024 will be open to visitors from today until September 13 at TWTC Hall 1. For further information about the exhibition, please visit the official website at https://www.taiwanintlwaterweek.com/en-us/index.html.

Precise and complete physiological parameter monitoring plays a vital role in affecting the outcome of medical care and diagnosis.Medical institutions today use a variety of physiological monitoring devices. Without a way to integrate these devices, it is difficult to centrally manage patients' physiological data and this puts a burden on healthcare professionals.To address this, combining traditional physiological parameter monitoring and advanced ICT technologies, BROADSIMS introduces a 5G patient monitoring system featuring multiple physiological parameter sensors and connectivity with all kinds of medical applications and third-party devices. BROADSIMS' solution can significantly improve medical care efficiency and diagnostic accuracy.A synergy between traditional patient monitoring and ICT technologies improves medical care efficiency and diagnostic accuracyAccording to BROADSIMS founder and CEO Dr. Bruce Yu, a recent key trend for the healthcare industry is to develop smarter and higher-performance devices through the integration of ICT technologies with traditional medical devices as a way to improve medical care efficiency and optimize patient experience. In line with the trend, BROADSIMS applied its core strength and expanded physiological monitors commonly seen at hospitals into a smart platform that integrates a wide range of solutions from the healthcare ecosystem.BROADSIMS' 5G multi-parameter patient monitoring system checks basic physiological signals such as ECG, blood pressure, blood oxygen, and respiratory rate like traditional monitoring devices, and more importantly, it also supports all types of medical apps and third-party hardware through an open platform, allowing one device to monitor multiple physiological signals. Yu added that the system is like a smartphone for medical care. Not only does it have robust fundamental monitoring capabilities but it also features software and hardware expandability to accommodate the wide-ranging needs of different healthcare use scenarios. Healthcare professionals will greatly benefit from BROADSIMS' innovation, said Yu. They will be able to monitor multiple physiological parameters on a central platform and no longer need to operate several individual devices just to measure and track a patient's physical condition. Physicians have simultaneous access to a patient's complete physiological data, enabling them to make the right diagnosis.On top of healthcare efficiency improvement, BROADSIMS' 5G multi-parameter patient monitoring system also benefits physiological monitoring device manufacturers. Yu explained that single-feature medical device manufacturers face fierce competition. Even if their devices have been certified, they still struggle to overcome market entry barriers. By integrating with BROADSIMS' solution, the data collected by their devices can realize greater value, giving them another chance to penetrate medical institutions. Taiwan's positive startup environment supports BROADSIMS' global expansion while its open platform strategy expands application scenarios Yu revealed that BROADSIMS' ecosystem strategy has generated positive results. The company has actively engaged with ultrasound and video equipment makers for hardware integration on its open platform.It has also introduced a platform development kit (PDK) for use by medical research and academic institutions around the world to develop new applications. With close collaborations with global manufacturers as well as medical research and academic institutions, BROADSIMS continues to expand the scale and diversity of its ecosystem, hoping to start a positive cycle attracting more partners to get on board.BROADSIMS' 5G multi-parameter patient monitoring system was put to clinical use at NTU Hospital and Taichung Veterans General Hospital in 2021 and 2022. It officially passed medical device certification in May 2024 and entered the market.Close to half of the medical centers in Taiwan now use BROADSIMS' 5G multi-parameter patient monitoring system to optimize their healthcare efficiency. For example, Taichung Veterans General Hospital combines the system with mobile communication to continuously monitor the conditions of patients during transit and send the data back to the hospital.This significantly raises emergency care efficiency and patient safety. The solution also meets the needs of the home critical care program the Taiwan government is actively promoting. It enables the same quality of healthcare outside the hospital setting. Aside from Taiwan, BROADSIMS is applying for medical device certification in Southeast Asia and Europe while exerting efforts toward the US and other overseas markets.Looking back at the process of developing and bringing the system to market, Yu attributed the success to the BROADSIMS team's effort. He also considered Taiwan's startup environment and TTA's support critical in helping BROADSIMS secure a foothold in the market.Yu pointed out that with a multitude of accelerators and support programs, Taiwan's startup ecosystem is growing mature. As an important resource provider, TTA incubates startups by offering them opportunities to participate in international exhibitions and bridging them with mentors, media, prospective customers, and investors.Going forward, BROADSIMS will continue to expand its ecosystem and engage with more partners with its open platform strategy and PDK. Furthermore, it will actively strengthen its collaborations with medical institutions, hoping its robust technological capability coupled with the innovative application model will create a win-win situation for hospitals and patients.