SLAAQP kicks off National Convention on Quality and Productivity 2025 today

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The Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Quality and Productivity (SLAAQP) will hold the highly anticipated National Convention on Quality and Productivity (NCQP) today and tomorrow at the Mount Lavinia Hotel, Colombo.

It will bring together over 440 teams from more than 70 companies, each showcasing innovative approaches and achievements in quality and productivity enhancement. This event is set to be the largest gathering of quality professionals in the country.

Established in 1996 as the successor to the Quality Circle Association of Sri Lanka, SLAAQP has been a driving force in advancing the nation’s standards in quality and productivity. “The NCQP is not just a convention; it is a celebration of collective ingenuity and perseverance. It is the only national platform that empowers participants at all organisational levels, especially shop-floor teams, to share their success stories and innovations,” remarked SLAAQP President Dr. Surani Dias.

This year’s convention is centred on the theme “Beyond Boundaries: Quality, Productivity, and Innovation for Market Competitiveness”. It features an impressive array of programs, including Quality Control Circles (QCCs), Quality Improvement Projects (QIPs), Lean Six Sigma (LSS), Cross-Functional Teams (CFTs), and Kaizen practices.

A notable highlight of NCQP 2025 will be the introduction of the Sunil G. Wijesinha Quality Control Circle Excellence Award 2025. Named in honour of SLAAQP’s founding president and a pioneer in Sri Lanka’s productivity movement, this accolade represents the highest recognition of technical excellence, innovation, sustainability, and measurable impact in productivity initiatives.

NCQP 2025 Chairperson Piumi Perera said: “This award is a tribute to teams that exemplify the transformative power of quality and productivity initiatives. It underscores the potential of Sri Lankan organisations to excel not only locally but also on the global stage.”

Importantly, the winning teams of NCQP 2025 will also earn the opportunity to represent Sri Lanka at the International Convention on Quality Control Circles 2025 in Taipei, Taiwan, a prestigious regional platform featuring 14 participating countries across Asia.

In addition to NCQP, SLAAQP has launched several strategic initiatives to strengthen its impact. These include the Total Quality Management (TQM) Excellence Award, Green Productivity Awards, and its second annual research conference, set to take place on 30 July 2025. The research conference will provide a platform for knowledge sharing and the dissemination of innovative practices, fostering a collaborative environment for professionals across various sectors.

To further strengthen engagement with the business community, SLAAQP will host a business forum alongside the research conference. This forum will address critical industry issues, ensuring practical insights and solutions for its attendees.

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