What group regulates the process for development and review of TAPPI TIPs?
The Quality and Standards Management Committee (QSMC) is a committee appointed by the TAPPI President and which reports to the TAPPI Board of Directors. QSMC is responsible for establishing, reviewing, and revising (when necessary) the regulations and style guidelines for TAPPI TIPs. QSMC has other responsibilities as well, as outlined in its scope: Scope: The Quality and Standards Management Committee is responsible for implementation of the portions of TAPPI’s Strategic Plan that relate to the sharing of technical information and knowledge in the specific areas of Test Methods, Technical Information Papers, and quality management systems. The Committee coordinates with other groups in achieving all appropriate strategic outcomes, takes action to insure progress, and recommends changes in strategic direction as necessary. The Committee oversees TAPPI Test Methods and Technical Information Papers and maintains liaison with internal and external groups as appropriate. The Committee brin
