Keywords: NIST traceability, ISO 17025, supply chain compliance
In globally distributed manufacturing, NIST-traceable calibration ensures consistency across borders:
Critical Benefits:
Audit Readiness: Meet FDA, EU MDR, and IATF 16949 requirements with documented traceability.
Risk Mitigation: Avoid $500k+ recall costs caused by measurement mismatches between suppliers.
Implementation Guide:
Use accredited labs with ISO 17025 certification.
Digitize calibration certificates for blockchain-secured audits.