The 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE), held in the vibrant and historic city of Shanghai, brought together some of the world’s most respected professionals and thought leaders in quality and metrology. As the world’s first import-themed, national-level exhibition, CIIE 2024 hosted approximately 3,500 global exhibitors from 129 countries and regions, making it a hallmark event in the international trade landscape.

A unique opportunity emerged: an invitation as keynote speaker at International Quality Innovation Forum on November 8th. As professor for the Quality Assurance program at California State University Dominguez Hills, and member of International Accreditation Service (IAS), Technical Advisory Council, my presentation “AI Transformation in Quality and Metrology” reflected the two symbiotic components, quality and metrology, present in any industry operation.

The logistics and arrangements for the keynote speaker were meticulously managed, ensuring seamless transportation, accommodation, and on-site support, by Mrs. Jiamei Wang, quality manager.

The presentation was well received as 200 attendees gathered in person and over 50,000 joined online to engage in critical conversations around quality, innovation, and the future of international standards.

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This year the International Quality Innovation Forum CIIE was especially significant as it was held in conjunction with CIIE.

As one of the supporting activities of the Shanghai Trade Delegation of the 7th China International Import Expo, this forum is guided by the Shanghai Quality Work Leading Group Office, Shanghai Municipal Market Supervision Administration, and Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce, hosted by the Shanghai Quality Association, and supported by the Asia-Pacific Quality Organization.

This forum was a unique opportunity for professional exchange, honored by distinguished leaders in the field.

Notable figures included the President of the Shanghai Association for Quality (SAQ), the President of the Asia Pacific Quality Organization (APQO), representatives from the Quality Development Department of the Shanghai Municipal Administration, and an esteemed academician from Hong Kong, among many other experts.

These high-level personalities shared insights on the evolving role of quality management in a globalized market, setting the stage for deeper collaboration across industries and regions.

Against the dynamic backdrop of Shanghai, a city known for blending tradition with cutting-edge innovation, this gathering underscored the importance of quality in fostering sustainable growth and international cooperation. The forum’s discussions and exchanges reinforced the commitment to advancing quality standards and highlighted the pivotal role that quality and innovation play in today’s fast-paced world.

The conference venue was well-organized and spacious, equipped with advanced audio-visual systems and seamless simultaneous translation services.

American companies, including leaders in U.S. agriculture, Federal Express Corp (FedEx), Pfizer, Rockwell Automation, and others, showcased their innovations and commitment to the Chinese market at the China International Import Expo (CIIE), highlighting advancements in technology, healthcare, logistics, and automation.