High QA, a leader in Manufacturing Quality Management Software (MQMS), is set to present at IMTS 2026, showcasing how manufacturers can transform OEM 3D Model-Based Definitions (MBD) into practical digital manufacturing processes across the supply chain. This initiative is critical as the industry moves towards a Model-Based Enterprise (MBE), emphasizing the need for seamless digital integration.
What Happened
High QA's Founder & CEO, Sam Golan, will lead a session titled "From Design to Part Delivery: Turning OEM 3D MBD into Practical Digital Manufacturing Across the Supply Chain" at the IMTS 2026 educational program. The session will address the growing need for manufacturers to extend native 3D MBD beyond engineering into comprehensive manufacturing quality processes, including inspection planning, shop-floor execution, and First Article Inspection (FAI) and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) reporting.
Traditionally, many suppliers have relied on drawing-based work instructions, leading to inefficiencies and manual recreation of quality documentation. High QA's approach allows OEMs to author product definitions once in 3D MBD, generating the necessary digital quality information for suppliers. This eliminates manual interpretation and maintains traceability, integrating a seamless Design-to-Delivery Digital Quality Process.
What This Means for Your Business
For AECM businesses and government contractors, this development presents an opportunity to enhance operational efficiency and competitiveness. By adopting High QA's solutions, companies can ensure compliance with digital manufacturing standards and improve supplier collaboration. The automation of inspection plans and quality workflows directly from the authoritative engineering model can lead to reduced errors, faster production times, and cost savings.
Moreover, as federal contracts increasingly require adherence to digital manufacturing standards, integrating such technologies can improve the chances of securing government contracts. Embracing this digital transformation aligns with compliance requirements and positions businesses strategically in the evolving market.
What US Operators Should Watch
As the industry transitions to a more digital-first approach, operators should monitor the adoption of 3D MBD and its impact on supply chain processes. Key dates include the IMTS 2026 conference, where industry leaders will discuss advancements and expectations for digital manufacturing. Businesses should also prepare for potential regulatory changes that may mandate the use of digital models and quality processes in federal contracts.
Source: http://www.ManufacturingTomorrow.com/news/2026/07/07/high-qa-to-present-at-imts-2026-on-turning-oem-3d-mbd-into-practical-digital-manufacturing-across-the-supply-chain/27870
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