QUALITY BEYOND
COMPLIANCE
Shaping sustainable, intelligent and high-performing organisations.
Quality is changing. Artificial intelligence, new technology, changing management system standards, sustainability, resilience and increasing performance expectations are changing what organisations need from their quality professionals and management systems.
Join the conversation in Johannesburg — four days of webinars, a site visit, workshops and the main conference.
The Flagship Gathering for Quality Leaders
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COMPLIANCE MATTERS.
PERFORMANCE MATTERS MORE.
Compliance and certification remain foundational pillars for any reputable organisation. But standard compliance alone is no longer enough to guarantee long-term viability.
Organisations increasingly need quality professionals and management systems to actively contribute to business performance, operational resilience, and strategic agility. The SASQ Annual Conference 2026 positions quality not as an administrative cost center, but as an indispensable engine of organisational excellence.
Better Performance
Driving measurable business metrics, operational productivity, and top-line growth.
Effective Systems
Building integrated management systems designed for real execution, not just desktop compliance.
Operational Excellence
Eliminating waste, optimizing workflows, and maximizing resource efficiency.
Resilience & Risk Management
Preparing organisations to withstand economic shocks, disruptions, and market shifts.
Sustainability & Responsible Governance
Aligning environmental, social, and quality goals for long-term stakeholder value.
Innovation & Smart Quality
Leveraging technology and modern methodologies to create competitive advantage.
Competent People & Leadership
Fostering continuous learning, empowerment, and a high-trust quality culture.
Customer & Stakeholder Value
Delivering consistent excellence that builds lasting trust with client networks.
THE QUALITY LANDSCAPE IS CHANGING.
Major technological, regulatory, and environmental shifts are re-defining organizational governance. Explore the critical forces transforming Quality across Southern Africa.
AI & Intelligent Quality
How generative AI, automated decision-making, and predictive quality tools are reshaping processes, risk analysis, and the daily workflow of quality professionals.
Quality 4.0 & Data Integration
Bridging modern technology with traditional management systems to convert operational data into actionable strategic intelligence.
ISO 9001:2026 & ISO 14001:2026
Key updates to international management system standards, structural revisions, climate action additions, and compliance adaptation.
Business Continuity & Uncertainty
Building robust frameworks that allow organisations to navigate market volatility, supply chain disruptions, and operational risks.
ESG & Environmental Performance
The critical alignment between environmental responsibilities, zero waste, circular economy goals, and quality governance.
Continuous Improvement & Value Creation
Transitioning from reactive auditing to proactive performance coaching, Lean Six Sigma execution, and measurable efficiency.
WHAT WE’LL BE TALKING ABOUT
The SASQ 2026 programme brings together key subjects affecting organisations across Southern Africa. Explore the official focus areas for this year’s conference.
Artificial Intelligence
Digital Transformation & Quality 4.0
Climate Change
Quality Culture for High Performance
Risk, Resilience & Business Continuity
ISO 9001:2026
Operational Excellence
Lean Six Sigma
ISO 14001:2026
ISO 9004
Internal & External Auditing
Zero Waste to Landfill
Smart Technology
FOUR DAYS OF QUALITY
From webinars and a site visit to hands-on workshops and the main conference day — explore the full draft programme for Quality Beyond Compliance.
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Standards and Standardisation
Mr Xolani Mphalwa
Standards are often seen as compliance requirements or audit preparation. This webinar explores how effective standardisation can communicate consistent processes, defined practices and a commitment to predictable outcomes — turning your standards journey into a compelling message for customers and stakeholders.
About Xolani
Chairperson of the SABS TC 176 Technical Committee, Senior Member and Director of SASQ, and a Quality and Improvement Consultant with many years of experience in standards and standardisation.
Quality Dimensions for Quality 4.0
Mr Feizal Ally
Quality 4.0 is not simply about new technology — it is about rethinking how organisations create, measure and sustain quality. This session explores the key dimensions of Quality 4.0 and how to move from reactive quality control towards intelligent, predictive and value-driven quality management.
About Feizal
SASQ Senior Member, lecturer at the University of South Africa, involved in curriculum development in Quality at UNISA and Services SETA, and active researcher in the field of Quality 4.0.
Quality and Safety Management — Should We Integrate or Not? Let's Debate
Mr Leader Nkala
Quality and Safety Management are often grouped within integrated management systems, but they originate from different domains. This webinar explores the arguments for and against integration — whether common processes should be integrated while preserving the unique objectives of each discipline.
About Leader
Certified SASQ Management Systems Practitioner and certified member of the South African Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, with a legal background; consultant and auditor across quality, safety and legal areas.
Should SASQ Pursue SAQA Recognition? Let's Put It to a Vote
Prof Roy Ramphal
An open platform to examine the arguments, opportunities, risks and implications of SAQA recognition for SASQ. There will be no predetermined answer — the issues will be presented, alternatives debated, different perspectives heard, and the question put to a vote.
About Roy
Almost 45 years in industry and academia, SASQ Lifetime Achiever, ASQ Senior Member, and represents SASQ on the SABS 176 Technical Committee. Researches professional bodies among other quality topics.
CONFERENCE ATTENDANCE
& SPONSORSHIP FEES
Transparent pricing structured for individual practitioners, corporate delegations, and promotional partners.
1. Conference Attendance Fees
Bulk discounts availableFull Conference Package
Access to all conference sessions, workshops & webinars.
- Access to 3-day plenary & track sessions
- Interactive Workshop & Webinar components
- Conference delegate kit & bag
- Catering & networking functions
- Certificate of Attendance
Only Conference
Access to plenary keynote and conference track sessions.
- Access to main conference tracks
- Keynote speaker sessions & panels
- Conference delegate kit
- Daily catering & networking breaks
Only Workshops
Practical deep-dive masterclasses and technical sessions.
- Hands-on technical workshop access
- Practical ISO & Quality toolkits
- Workshop materials & workbook
- Interactive practitioner exercises
Only Webinars
Virtual broadcast access for online participants.
- Live streaming access to selected sessions
- Digital presentation downloads
- Online Q&A participation
2. Advertising, Marketing Distribution & Donations
Promotional opportunities for supplier & corporate partnersConference Brochure Advertising
Requirement/Note: Must supply ready to print artwork.
Conference Bag Marketing Distribution
Requirement/Note: Limited to one pamphlet and one gift item per bag.
Corporate Donations & Sponsorship
Requirement/Note: Donors over R 5 000,00 receive an official SASQ Certificate of Appreciation & public recognition.
Sending multiple delegates or requiring formal invoice quotes?
Our conference secretariat handles bulk discounts, corporate PO requests, and custom donor packages directly.
WHO SHOULD BE IN THE ROOM?
The conference is structured for leaders, practitioners, and specialists across diverse functions that impact organisational quality, risk, and efficiency.
You do not need "Quality" in your job title to contribute to organisational quality.
Whether you oversee engineering operations, drive ESG compliance, lead executive risk, or direct continuous improvement—your insights shape high-performing outcomes.
DON'T JUST SEND ONE PERSON.
QUALITY IS A TEAM RESPONSIBILITY.
The issues being discussed at Quality Beyond Compliance cut across traditional organisational boundaries. When a multi-disciplinary team attends, organisations break down functional silos and accelerate real operational change.
Cross-Functional Team Representation:
Why send a cross-functional delegation?
- Shared Strategic Language: Align Quality, Operations, and SHEQ leaders on ISO updates and digital transformation goals.
- Immediate Implementation: Debrief together during workshop sessions to convert conference learnings into immediate action plans.
- Corporate Opportunity Routing: Group enquiries receive dedicated follow-up to coordinate delegate logistics seamlessly.
MEET THE PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY BEHIND THE CONFERENCE.
The Southern African Society for Quality (SASQ) has been the non-profit professional home for quality practitioners and management system leaders across Southern Africa for over 50 years.
Meet Fellow Professionals
Connect with experienced quality managers, auditors, executives, and consultants across diverse industry sectors.
Exchange Practical Experience
Share real-world case studies, audit strategies, risk mitigation models, and ISO implementation frameworks.
Build Professional Relationships
Engage with regional peer networks, continuous professional development (CPD) groups, and expert committees.
Continuous Recognition
Elevate your professional status through certified practitioner designations, bylaws, and lifelong community engagement.
Interested in Broader SASQ Corporate Membership?
Empower your whole organisation with SASQ institutional recognition, training provider access, and corporate governance resources.