PSQCA and Faisalabad Chamber Discuss Measures to Strengthen Industrial Quality Standards
The proposed initiatives include a facilitation help desk, a testing laboratory, industry training and digital licensing services to improve quality assurance and industrial competitiveness.
PSQCA and FCCI discuss quality standards and improved services for Faisalabad's industrial sector.
The Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) and the Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry (FCCI) have discussed steps to strengthen institutional cooperation and promote quality assurance, standardisation and sustainable industrial development.
PSQCA Director General Dr. Sayeda Zia Batool visited FCCI to discuss matters of mutual interest and explore ways to improve coordination with the local industrial community.
FCCI Senior Vice President Mian Saeed welcomed the delegation. He stressed the importance of closer cooperation between PSQCA and businesses to promote quality standards and industrial growth.
The PSQCA Faisalabad team also attended the meeting. It included Regional Incharge Zakaullah, Assistant Director Dr. Sarfraz Ahmad and Field Officer Muhammad Javed.
Proposed Facilitation Help Desk and Testing Laboratory
Participants discussed several initiatives to make PSQCA services more accessible to local industries.
One proposal involves establishing a PSQCA Facilitation Help Desk at FCCI. The desk would guide industrialists on certification, licensing and compliance requirements.
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The participants also discussed establishing a PSQCA testing laboratory in Faisalabad. The facility would provide local industries with easier access to testing services.
Training and Updated Industry Standards
The meeting also highlighted the need for awareness seminars and training sessions. These activities would help industrial stakeholders understand national standards, certification procedures and quality assurance requirements.
Participants further discussed reviewing and updating PSQCA standards in consultation with industry representatives. This process would help align standards with changing industrial needs and international practices.
PSQCA Highlights Digital Licensing Plans
Dr. Sayeda Zia Batool reaffirmed PSQCA’s commitment to digitising the licensing process. She said digital services would improve transparency, efficiency and ease of doing business.
She also stressed the importance of modernising institutional procedures. Simplified, technology-driven services could help industries access regulatory support more efficiently.
Industry representatives shared suggestions and highlighted challenges in their respective sectors. They called for streamlined licensing procedures, better access to testing facilities and timely certification services.
They also stressed the need for regular consultation between PSQCA and industry stakeholders.
Commitment to Stronger Institutional Cooperation
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to strengthen cooperation between PSQCA and FCCI.
Both sides recognised the importance of quality assurance and standardisation in improving industrial competitiveness and supporting sustainable industrial development.
