Vince Desmond, CEO of the CQI, explores the most significant shifts redefining quality in 2026 – from where AI is delivering real value to growing resilience expectations, global collaboration, and the seven critical gaps organisations must address. A sharp, forward-looking conversation for quality professionals reflecting on 2025 and preparing for what’s next. Key dates for 2026: World Quality Week takes place in the second week of November. September marks Quality Careers Week, while June brings Quality Live and the International Quality Awards.