One can see from space how the human race has changed the Earth. Nearly all of the available land has been cleared of forest and is now used for agriculture or urban development. The polar icecaps are shrinking and the desert areas are increasing. At night, the Earth is no longer dark, but large areas are lit up. All of this is evidence that human exploitation of the planet is reaching a critical limit. But human demands and expectations are ever-increasing. We cannot continue to pollute the atmosphere, poison the ocean and exhaust the land. There isn’t any more available. Stephen Hawking, Physicist & Author During my recent visit to Gilgit-Baltistan from June 28 to July 9, 2025, I had the chance to witness the changing climate firsthand. I traveled through KPK, Skardu, Gilgit, Nagar, Hunza, Naltar, Basho Valley, Soq Valley, Kharmang, Haramosh, Kachura, and, etc , navigating key routes including the Jaglot–Skardu Road (JSR), the...
Celebrating World Quality Week 2024 - Compliance to Performance: A Transformative Perspective on Quality
Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives. - William A. Foster As a matter of fact, Quality Assurance and Management Systems, when performance-driven, do more than meet standards—they drive excellence, foster resilience, and contribute directly to the UN Sustainable Development Goals. As we celebrate World Quality Week 2024, the theme, "Quality: from Compliance to Performance," underscores the evolution from merely meeting regulatory requirements to leveraging quality as a powerful tool for business success and sustainability. This transition is especially relevant today, where companies are not only expected to comply with standards but also to deliver exceptional performance that drives continuous improvement and meaningful impact. Further, Quality Assurance and Management Systems are central to this transformation, playing a vital...