Expert in Quality Management and Innovation in Management Systems
Hichem B’CHIR has over 29 years of experience in industry, consultancy, training, audits, and support for establishing management systems and digitizing quality/QHSE systems. He is internationally recognized for his contributions to improving the efficiency of quality systems. Starting his career as a plant manager, he went on to found SAPHIR CONSULT, a well-known consultancy firm. He also designed the QUALIPRO software, which revolutionized the integrated management of Quality/QHSE systems.
Experiences
Founder, SAPHIR CONSULT (1999 – Present)
Create and manage a consultancy specializing in quality, the environment, food safety, and corporate safety. Successful management of several ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001 certification projects.
Creator of QUALIPRO
The design of integrated system management software, revolutionizing the management of quality, the environment, health, safety at work, and food safety, was implemented in over 1,000 companies in 40 countries with over 100,000 users.
Third-party auditor and Certification Expert
Carrying out several audits as an audit manager in addition to the assessments carried out as an expert certifier.
Assessor/Chief Assessor, Ministry of Industry
Assessment of company applications for the national quality award using the EFQM model.
Factory Manager
Planning, production, maintenance, quality control, stock management, management of capital expenditure, and implementation of CAPM / ERP.
Education
Principal Engineer in Industrial Engineering, ENIT (1998 – 1994)
Expertise and areas of specialization
Quality Management: In-depth expertise in improving quality standards and integrating management systems.
Innovation in Management Systems: A notable innovation was the creation of QUALIPRO, improving the integrated management of quality systems for companies worldwide.
Audits and Certification: Recognised experience in audits and certification, contributing to the improvement of audit practices and the credibility of quality certifications.
CSR assessor: Qualification obtained as a Corporate Social Responsibility assessor, reinforcing expertise in assessing the sustainability and social and environmental impact of organizations.
Recognition and awards
Nomination for the CJD Business Awards in 2009 for the design of the QUALIPRO software, highlighting the impact of Hichem’s innovation in the field of quality.
Professional and Community Involvement
Training and Seminars: Active involvement in training, sharing its expertise through seminars on quality, auditing, and integrated management systems, benefiting numerous organizations and professionals.
Hichem B’CHIR remains committed to excellence in the field of quality management and is open to the exchange of ideas and opportunities for collaboration aimed at promoting quality standards and sustainable business performance.