Precision-Driven Quality & Compliance Engineering

The Fireant Quality Management System (QMS) is an integrated, intelligence-led platform designed to transform quality from a “check-box” exercise into a competitive advantage.

By embedding rigorous inspection protocols, non-conformance tracking, and audit readiness directly into the production workflow, Fireant QMS ensures that every product leaving your facility meets the highest standards of excellence. Built on an API-first framework, it bridges the gap between engineering specifications and floor-level execution, providing real-time oversight of your factory’s “Quality Health.“

Core Architecture Objectives

  • Closed-Loop Quality Control
    Create a seamless feedback loop where shopfloor defects automatically trigger engineering reviews and corrective actions.
  • Proactive Defect Prevention
    Shift from "finding mistakes" to "preventing failures" by utilizing real-time statistical process control (SPC) and automated alerts.
  • Unified Compliance Vault
    Maintain a centralized, tamper-proof repository for all certifications, test reports, and inspection logs.
  • Audit-Proof Transparency
    Digitally map every quality sign-off to a specific user, timestamp, and revision, ensuring the system is always in a state of "Ready-to-Audit."

The User Ecosystem

  • Quality Engineers
    Define inspection plans, manage CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions), and analyze failure trends.
  • Shopfloor Inspectors
    Execute digital checklists, capture photo evidence of defects, and trigger instant non-conformance reports (NCR).
  • Compliance & Regulatory Officers
    Monitor adherence to ISO, IATF, or medical-grade standards through automated reporting.
  • Supply Chain Managers
    Evaluate supplier performance based on incoming material rejection rates and quality scores.
  • Management
    Access high-level dashboards showing yield rates, scrap costs, and overall quality trends across multiple lines.

Why Fireant Outperforms "Off-the-Shelf" QMS Systems

Generic QMS software often struggles because:

  • Manual Data Fatigue
    Heavy reliance on scanning paper forms into PDFs makes data "dark" and unsearchable.
  • Disconnected Silos
    Quality data is often separated from production data, making it impossible to see which machine or batch caused a defect.
  • Rigid Checklists
    Inability to quickly update inspection criteria when a product design changes, leading to outdated testing.
  • Reactive Reporting
    Reports are generated days or weeks after a quality event, when it is too late to minimize scrap.

Our Engineering Approach

At Fireant, we treat quality as a data-integrity challenge. We build systems that make it easier for operators to do the right thing than the wrong thing.

Design Principles

  • In-Process Integration
    Quality gates are woven into the manufacturing route; the next production step cannot begin until the quality sign-off is complete.
  • Visual Evidence Capture
    Native support for mobile devices to attach photos, videos, and sensor readings directly to a defect report.
  • Automated Escalation Logic
    If a critical threshold is breached (e.g., three consecutive failures), the system can automatically halt a station or notify a supervisor.
  • Intuitive Logic Flows
    A visual "Workflow Builder" that allows your quality team to map out CAPA routes without needing a single line of code.

The Fireant Impact

  • 30%–50% Faster Audit Prep: No more “hunting for folders”; all evidence is indexed and searchable in seconds.

  • Significant Scrap Reduction: Early detection of drifts in machine precision stops waste before it accumulates.

  • 100% Traceability: Instant “Genealogy” tracking from the finished serial number back to the raw material batch.

The Transformation: Bridging the MES Gap

Industry Pain PointThe Fireant SolutionStrategic Business Impact
Paper-Based LagLive Digital Inspection: Real-time data entry at the source.Instant Visibility: See quality trends as they happen, not a week later.
Lack of Root CauseConnected Defect Mapping: Links defects to specific machines, operators, and batches.Rapid Resolution: Identify exactly why a failure occurred in minutes.
Disconnected SpecsDynamic Inspection Plans: Changes in PLM automatically update QMS checklists.Always Current: Ensures testing against the latest engineering revision.
Compliance AnxietyImmutable Audit Trails: Every action is logged with a forensic-grade timestamp.Peace of Mind: Always ready for surprise customer or regulatory audits.
Manual Data AnalysisAutomated SPC: Real-time charts for Mean, Range, and Standard Deviation.Predictive Quality: Catch a process drifting before it produces a defect.

System Architecture & Technical Foundation

The Fireant QMS is built on a high-reliability, cloud-native infrastructure designed to handle high-frequency data from both human inspectors and automated testing equipment.

Structural Layering

  • The Intelligence Layer
    Advanced analytics engine that processes inspection results to identify trends and anomalies.
  • The Compliance Vault
    A secure, encrypted document management system for certifications and SOPs.
  • The Integration Mesh
    Open APIs that allow the QMS to "talk" to smart calipers, scales, and CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines).
  • The Mobile Core
    A lightweight, responsive interface optimized for floor tablets and handheld devices.

The Connected Factory

  • ERP Sync
    Pulls material lot numbers and supplier info for incoming inspections.
  • MES Integration
    Blocks work orders if a station fails a mandatory quality check.
  • PLM Linkage
    Sends quality feedback (NCRs) back to R&D to influence better "Design-for-Manufacturing."
  • IoT Connectivity
    Automatically ingests measurement data from connected tools to eliminate manual entry errors.

Industrial-Grade Security

  • Electronic Signatures
    21 CFR Part 11 compliant digital signatures for critical approvals.
  • Role-Specific Permissions
    Ensure only certified inspectors can sign off on high-stakes quality gates.
  • Encryption at Rest
    All sensitive test data and customer IP are protected with AES-256 standards.

The Fireant "Rapid-Deploy" Implementation Framework

We follow a 6-Phase Methodology to move your quality department from “Policing” to “Partnering.”

Phase 1: Compliance & Pain-Point Mapping

We review your existing ISO/SIRIM standards and identify where manual paper logs are creating “data blind spots.”

  • The Goal: Map your current physical quality gates and identify high-risk areas where defects go unreported.

  • The Output: A Quality Maturity Roadmap and a formalized schema for your Digital Inspection Points.

Phase 2: Agile Workflow Design

Leveraging the Fireant Logic Engine, we build your specific quality lifecycles.

  • The Goal: Configure (not customize) your digital inspection forms, defect categorization codes, and automated escalation paths (CAPA logic).

  • The Output: A functional prototype of your Digital Quality Vault and automated Non-Conformance Report (NCR) triggers.

Phase 3: The “Digital Bridge” (Hardware & API Hook-In)

This is where Fireant’s technical DNA connects to your physical measurement tools.

  • The Goal: Establish deep-link connections to your digital calipers, smart scales, or CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machines) to eliminate manual entry errors.

  • The Output: A synchronized data stream where measurement values flow directly from the tool into the QMS record.

Phase 4: Data Cleansing & Standards Setup

The “Garbage In, Garbage Out” rule is critical for statistical process control (SPC).

  • The Goal: Scrub and migrate your existing material specifications, historical rejection benchmarks, and AQL (Acceptable Quality Limit) tables.

  • The Output: A high-integrity Quality Master database that enables accurate trend analysis from day one.

Phase 5: User Empowerment & Pilot Launch

We focus on High-Touch Training for your Inspectors and Quality Leads.

  • The Goal: Run “Parallel Inspections” to prove that digital reporting is faster and more accurate than legacy paper-based methods.

  • The Output: A confident quality team that spends time on Root Cause Analysis rather than chasing signatures.

Phase 6: Continuous Quality Optimization

Quality logic must adapt as your production complexity increases.

  • The Goal: Continuous monitoring of yield data to automatically refine inspection frequencies and warning thresholds.

  • The Output: Quarterly Logic Sprints to optimize “Sampling Plans” based on actual supplier performance and floor-side stability.

The Fireant Timeline Advantage

MilestoneTraditional QMSFireant QMS
Digital Checklists LiveMonth 4+Week 3-4
CAPA & NCR AutomationMonth 9+Month 2-3
Full Regulatory Readiness12-18 Months5-7 Months

Investment & Scalability Roadmap

Implementation costs are structured based on your current digital maturity and the depth of integration required. At Fireant, we prioritize a “Value-First” approach, ensuring you don’t pay for features that don’t serve your immediate production goals.

Budget Tier Comparison (Estimated in MYR)

Package TierEstimated Investment (MYR)Ideal For
Starter (Core)RM 60k – RM 120kSMEs looking to digitize basic inspections and end Excel-based NCRs.
Standard (Integrated)RM 120k – RM 280kManufacturers needing full CAPA automation and integration with ERP/MES.
EnterpriseRM 280k+High-compliance environments requiring IoT tool integration and multi-site audit management.

Key Investment Drivers

  • Logic Complexity
    The depth of branching logic in your quality workflows (e.g., conditional rework paths vs. simple pass/fail).
  • Integration Density
    The number of automated testing machines or external software systems that need to sync data.
  • Data Legacy (IoT Focus)
    The volume of historical sensor data and the complexity of mapping diverse IoT protocols from different machine brands.
  • SLA Requirements
    Tiers of support ranging from business-hours assistance to round-the-clock mission-critical coverage.