International Convention on Quality Control Circles (ICQCC)
The International Convention on Quality Control Circles (ICQCC) is an annual gathering that brings together professionals from across Asia to share insights, experiences, and best practices in Quality Control Circle (QCC) activities and team-based improvement programmes. In recent years, the convention has evolved to include a broader range of presentations—covering topics such as quality innovation, productivity, and continuous improvement case studies.
The idea for ICQCC was first proposed in 1975 at the Korean Control Conference in Seoul, with the aim of creating a recurring international platform for idea exchange on QCC activities. This vision came to life in 1976, when the inaugural ICQCC was held in Seoul.
Today, ICQCC is supported by 13 member economies where each member country takes turns hosting the annual convention. SGPA represents Singapore at the Coordinating Committee Meetings (CCM) held during each ICQCC.
Coordinating Members
MEMBER ECONOMIES | ORGANISATION |
|---|---|
Bangladesh
| Bangladesh Society for Total Quality Management
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People's Republic of China | China Association for Quality
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Japan
| Union of Japanese Scientists and Engineers |
Indonesia
| Indonesia Quality Management Association |
South Korea
| Korean Standards Association |
Malaysia
| Malaysia Productivity Corporation |
Mauritius | National Productivity and Competitiveness Council
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India
| Quality Circle Forum of India
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Republic of China
| Association of Pioneer Quality Control Research
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Thailand | The Association of QC Headquarters of Thailand |
Philippines | Quality and Productivity Association of Philippines Inc. |
Sri Lanka | Sri Lanka Association for the Advancement of Quality & Productivity |
Singapore | Singapore Productivity Association |
Eligibility & Assessment Criteria
SGPA invites all continuous improvement teams from organisations in Singapore to participate in this prestigious international platform. Represent Singapore and benchmark your team's achievements against counterparts from 12 other economies.
Assessment criteria may differ depending on the host country’s organising committee. Not to worry—SGPA will guide and support your team in understanding the specific criteria and how to excel in the assessment, so you can confidently fly the Singapore flag high on the global stage.
Past ICQCC
SGPA proudly hosted ICQCC 2018 from 22 to 25 October at the Resorts World Convention Centre, welcoming 2,113 participants across 476 teams from 12 economies.
The Opening Ceremony was graced by Guest-of-Honour Dr Tan Wu Meng, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Trade & Industry and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The event featured two keynote speakers:
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Mr Lai Ah Keow, Retired Mentor Emeritus, Yokogawa Singapore
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Mr Charles Aubrey, Chairman, Advisory Committee of the Asia Pacific Quality Organisation
Both speakers shared insights on how Business and Team Excellence can serve as powerful strategic levers to help organisations leapfrog ahead of their competition.
Over two days of intense benchmarking and presentations, 407 teams earned the prestigious Gold Award, with 10 teams receiving Pinnacle (Star) Awards and 11 teams recognised with Top Country Special Awards.
On the final day, participants embarked on learning journeys to leading Singaporean organisations, including:
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Singapore General Hospital
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Petrochemical Corporation of Singapore
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Culinary Institute of America
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Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore
These visits offered valuable insights into how these institutions drive innovation and continuous improvement.
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ICQCC 2023 took place in Beijing, China, from 29 October to 4 November 2024, with 831 teams from 12 countries participating via hybrid mode (physical and online).
SGPA led a delegation of seven teams from the National Environment Agency (NEA), Institute of Technical Education (ITE), and the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF).
All seven teams were awarded the Gold Award, the highest accolade, at the convention, highlighting Singapore's renowned spirit of innovation and productivity on the global stage.ICQCC 2024 was successfully hosted in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 11 to 14 November 2024, drawing participation from 1,082 teams across 13 economies, through both online and onsite modes.
Singapore proudly fielded 10 teams from NEA, RSAF, and ITE, all of whom achieved the Gold Award—the highest accolade presented at the convention. Their success is a testament to Singapore’s commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and excellence in productivity on the global stage.
