Qualcon 2009 Launch
posted 23/10/08
Qualcon 2009 was launched at this years Qualcon event by
President of AOQ, Craig Ottaway. Qualcon 2009 will be hosted by Australian
Organisation for Quality (AOQ) Inc and runs from Sunday 18th to
Wednesday 21st October 2009 at the Esplanade Hotel, Fremantle
Western Australia.
The theme for the conference is "QUALITY: Control,
Improvement and Governance." AOQ has issued its
Call for Papers.
"QUALITY: Control, Improvement and Governance
" was chosen as part of a continuing theme stemming
again from the ‘Third Generation of Quality’ being explored by
leading researchers in the quality arena. The essence of
the theme is central to the challenges faced when developing
business systems required in a growing competitive environment.
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Qualcon 2008 Media Release
posted 3/10/08
Qualcon 2008 will be hosted by Australian
Organisation for Quality (AOQ) Inc and runs from Sunday 19th to
Wednesday 22nd October 2008 at the Hyatt Regency, Adelaide.
The theme for the conference is "QUALITY: Process, Innovation
and Adaptability" stemming from the Third Generation of Quality
being explored by leading researchers in the quality and
business improvement arena by researchers such as Professor
Kevin Foley. ....read
more
Registration of AOQ Inc logo with IP
Australia
posted 18/7/08
It is not common knowledge that Australian Organisation for
Quality (Queensland) Incorporated has attempted to register a
derivative of the better known and recognised Australian
Organisation for Quality Incorporated logo. Proceeding were
filed with IP Australia at the end of last year shortly
following Australian Organisation for Quality (Queensland)
Incorporated withdrawal of membership from the national body.
Currently we find ourselves in a situation where today
18/7/2008, AOQ Inc has filed evidence in opposition to the
registration proceedings by Australian Organisation for Quality
(Queensland) Incorporated and evidence supporting the
application to register our own logo. I have also today written
to members outlining this matter, so shortly you will be
receiving this letter from your state organisations.
Be on your guard -
be sure you know what you are buying
A number of members of AOQ Inc and my personal colleagues have
raised with me in the past and continue to raise concerns regarding the confusion that has
occurred due to the way in which the Queensland organisation is
promoting themselves in very similar or sometimes with an identical
likeness in name as the National Organisation, AOQ Inc.
After
viewing several examples that have been brought to my attention,
I agree strongly that they are passing off in a way that is
likely to cause confusion. Should you have any complaints that
you wish to raise with me regarding this matter, please contact
me direct at president_at_aoq.net.au or refer the matter to the
ACCC. Australia has very clear
laws regarding passing off and this practice is not taken
lightly by the regulators and authorities, especially where
there is confusion caused or likely to be caused in the
community.
AOQ Inc is looking out towards 2013, AOQ Inc is focused firmly on the
future to provide a trusted and vital role internationally and
in Australia for quality and business professionals . Critical
to the success of our association will be our ability to
confront the realities of the external world, acknowledge its
uncertainties and create an organisation to deal with them.
We seek to consolidate our role as Australia’s peak member
organisation, recognised by governments, business and the
community as a rigorous, responsive and energetic leader in the
facilitation of standardization solutions. The characteristics
of success for AOQ Inc will include vibrant external
relationships complemented by secure internal operating
structures.
We aim to develop effective relationships with our stakeholders
both domestically and
internationally whilst creating products that anticipate and
meet the demands of the market.
This focus will be supported by broader engagement opportunities
for interested parties,
improved time-effective committee activity, operational
efficiency and secure financial
management.
AOQ Inc Strategic Planning: A strategic Planning
Meeting was held Adelaide for the National
Council on the 23 October 2008. It is expected that the strategic
pathway will be developed for the coming 5 years during this
meeting in line with the current business plan. Members input is
welcome.
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