‘11th Gulf Quality Conference’ to kick off on Wednesday

Qatar Chamber announced on Sunday the launch of the 11th edition of the ‘Gulf Quality Conference’, organised by the Gulf Consultant and Quality Centre, in co-operation with the chamber, on November 20 at the Sharq Hotel.

The announcement was made in the presence of Qatar Chamber acting general manager Ali Bu Sherbak al-Mansouri and Gulf Consultant and Quality Centre president Mohamed bin Saleh al-Kuwari.

Al-Mansouri said Qatar Chamber is always committed to supporting conferences that enhance economic development. He noted that the conference serves as a vital platform for the exchange of experiences and knowledge among various sectors and specialists, not only within Gulf countries but also globally.

He also said the conference focuses on the topic of quality, which has become a necessity in a rapidly evolving world amidst increasing economic challenges and accelerating global demands. Al-Mansouri said quality is the cornerstone for the success and sustainability of companies, while innovation acts as the driving force for achieving excellence and sustainable growth.

Al-Mansouri emphasised the private sector’s adherence to quality and sustainability standards as a key pillar for achieving sustainable economic development and fostering innovation across various sectors. He said the conference offers a valuable opportunity to raise awareness about the importance of adopting quality standards in all aspects of business, not only to boost efficiency and productivity but also to ensure business continuity and competitiveness.

Al-Kuwari said the event will be held under the theme ‘Quality and Innovation’ and coincides with ‘World Quality Day’. He said the conference will cover four main themes: the application of international quality systems, event sustainability standards, the role of the business continuity system in sustainable development, and the adoption of innovation management systems to enhance performance.

He said the conference will review key government quality and excellence awards in the GCC, focusing on their role in overcoming administrative challenges and achieving sustainability. The conference will also address several key topics, including the role of quality and excellence awards in enhancing performance levels in both the public and private sectors. It also explores the importance of the business continuity system (ISO 22301:2019) in achieving sustainable development, adopting risk management, and mitigating negative impacts.

Furthermore, it discusses the role of the event sustainability system (ISO 20121:2024) in promoting community and environmental care, preserving assets, and ensuring the seamless execution of events. It also highlights the quality system (ISO 56002:2019) as an effective tool for managing and fostering innovation.