We've know many who have or had the job title of "Quality Engineer" however many outside the industry may not consider "quality engineers" to be actual engineers in the traditional sense (like mechanical engineering) - Matt Wictome's children think this way. But Matt explains how quality really is an engineering function because processes, products, and companies are being built or fixed—just as a mechanical engineer may build or fix an airplane. Tune into this episode to learn more about how quality can be a central part of meeting patient needs. About Matt and Datod ConsultingMatthew P. Wictome, PhD, is Managing Director and founder of Datod Consulting. Datod specializes in building better and more effective Quality organizations. Over the past thirty years he has worked closely with a wide range of companies implementing impactful change to better serve the customer, benefit the shareholder, and improve regulatory compliance. As well as holding qualifications in lean & Six Sigma he is an ISO 13485 Quality System lead auditor. He holds a PhD and graduate degree in Biochemistry and an Executive Masters in Strategy, Change and Leadership with the University of Bristol.  He is passionate in designing and implementing quality systems that are effective, efficient and outcome driven. His interests include how organizations function in the real world and the role of organizational culture has on the management of quality. Datod's mission is to be the go-to partner for medical device companies who want to transform their Quality organizations to better serve their patients and grow their businesses.www.datod-consulting.co.ukQualio website:https://www.qualio.com/ Previous episodes:https://www.qualio.com/from-lab-to-launch-podcast Apply to be on the show:https://forms.gle/uUH2YtCFxJHrVGeL8 Music by keldez