Did you like the movie? What’s your favorite color? We live in a subjective world.  So, how can an automotive or appliance manufacturer, for example, know what noise type or decibel is unacceptable to the customer? One method for determining objectionable noise is through a jury evaluation. Jury evaluations allow manufacturers to measure their offerings against established criteria and benchmarks. This process contributes to continuous improvement, encourages adherence to quality standards, and can drive innovation.

A Jury Panel of Experts

A jury evaluation typically involves a panel of experts from various fields related to the product or industry being assessed. These experts provide a wealth of experience, knowledge, and impartiality, which is essential for an unbiased and accurate evaluation. The jury may include engineers, designers, market analysts, quality assurance professionals, and other specialists whose perspectives help build a comprehensive view of the product’s quality and performance. The criteria used in evaluations vary, but they often cover areas such as noise, durability, functionality, aesthetic appeal, sustainability, and compliance with safety standards. By evaluating these aspects rigorously, the jury sets a standard that manufacturers aspire to meet.

Informed Decisions

In addition to establishing quality benchmarks, jury evaluations help consumers make informed choices. Products that have been evaluated and recognized by a respected jury are generally perceived as reliable and of high quality. This consumer trust can lead to brand loyalty, increased sales, and enhanced market reputation. For manufacturers, the feedback from jury evaluations can provide insights into potential improvements, weaknesses, and areas of innovation, enabling them to refine their products to meet both market demand and emerging standards.

Moreover, jury evaluations support regulatory compliance by promoting adherence to national or international standards. Many industries are subject to regulatory frameworks that mandate certain quality and safety levels, and jury evaluations often take these regulations into account. This reinforces a manufacturer’s commitment to quality and helps them avoid potential legal and financial issues associated with non-compliance.

Product Quality Testing

Signalysis works with its customers to translate subjective requirements into objective physics-based measurements. This data, together with Signalysis’ sophisticated SIGQC software, is used to drive quality inspection test systems. In this way, manufacturers can quickly and accurately determine if a part such as a fan motor for example falls within acceptable noise range. Capturing defects before a part reaches the customer reduces customer complaints, warranty claims, and keeps profitable contracts in place.