Many industries think inspection and quality control (QC) are the same — but they are different and work together.
Inspection
- Checking the finished or in-process product
- Detects defects
- Accept or reject decision
- Reactive activity
👉 Example: Measuring dimensions of a component before dispatch.
Quality Control (QC)
- Controlling the manufacturing process
- Prevents defects
- Continuous monitoring & procedures
- Preventive activity
👉 Example: Setting machine parameters and verifying raw material before production.
Key Difference
- Inspection = Find the problem
- Quality Control = Prevent the problem
Both are essential for reliable products and compliance, as practiced by ICS International Certification LLP inspection systems.
