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2025.03.18
AI, Industrial IoT and remote inspections – the future of quality control is here
Technological developments are advancing rapidly, and although the accreditation and third-party auditing industry is not at the forefront of digitalization, change is just around the corner.
– We are positive about using new technology, with care and caution. The pace at which AI and machine learning are affecting us is slower for our industry than in other industries and there is a risk that we will fall behind, says Jörgen Backersgård, chairman of Swetic. AI and algorithms are entering the equipment that we will control and CE mark. We need to secure that competence and work more digitally.
One area where technological developments are already making an impact is remote inspections. By using drones and various types of robotics, inspections can be carried out remotely, which both streamlines the process and increases safety for the employees carrying out the inspection.
– Using sensors, we can collect data on how, for example, a crane works over time, which allows us to better assess the remaining lifespan, explains Jörgen.
With new technology comes new challenges. How do we ensure that AI-based assessments are reliable? How do we handle data in an ethical and secure manner? These are questions Swetic is actively working to answer.
The industry of the future – safe, sustainable and credible
A robust system of independent control and inspection is not just about following technical standards – it is also about ethics, credibility and long-term sustainability. Swetic works actively to ensure consistent assessments and strengthen the professionalism of the industry.
“We value our credibility and want Swetic to be a guarantee that we in the industry are professional in our assessments,” says Jörgen. It's about building a foundation of reliability, quality and independence.
To succeed, collaboration is crucial; it is important to look at which other organizations operate in the same domains and identify common issues to collaborate on.
– We also need to see how other countries handle similar issues to us and learn from each other, says Jörgen.
But perhaps most important of all is communicating the attractiveness of the industry.
“We work in an incredibly interesting industry and we know that many employees enjoy it. You make a difference in your daily work and there are fantastic development opportunities,” concludes Jörgen.
Through accreditation, technical development and influencing our market area, Swetic ensures that the industry is ready to face the future.
