IQRA Quality Services: Redefining Quality Assurance Through Audits & Workforce Development

The global market for quality as­surance and training services is expanding rapidly, driven by increasing demands for compli­ance with international standards and a need for skilled, confident engineers. In sectors such as oil and gas, petrochem­icals, and manufacturing, companies often face challenges including delayed deliveries, rework, and quality-related losses.

These hidden costs drain rev­enues and undermine trust in supply chains. Furthermore, a lack of hands-on experience exacerbates the problem, leaving engineers inadequately prepared to make confident decisions in the field.

In this context, Raghunath Ravula, the Founder and Director of IQRA Qual­ity Services, brings over three decades of field expertise to create a comprehensive ecosystem - not just a company. With more than 5,000 inspections and over 3,000 engineers trained in India, China, Oman, and the Middle East, he identified a recurring issue: Inspections, Consul­tancy, and Training were typically con­ducted in isolation, leading to persistent problems. In response to this, IQRA Quality Services was established as an integrated model designed to break this cycle and help clients recover profits through enhanced quality.

Excellence in Inspection, Consultancy, & Training

At the core of IQRA Quality Services' success is a thoughtfully designed model where inspections identify problems, consultancy addresses them at the systemic level, and training prevents their recurrence. This closed-loop approach, conceptualized and refined by Raghunath Ravula, ensures that clients receive results, not just reports.

For MSME manufacturers, IQRA Quality Services implements realistic SOPs and system redesign interventions that enhance internal traceability, reduce rejection rates, and improve vendor performance-helping these manufacturers compete effectively without compromising quality.

For large EPC firms, IQRA offers rigorous Third Party Inspections accompanied by detailed reporting, photographic documentation, and traceable records, facilitating smoother project deliveries with fewer reworks and faster approvals.

IQRA Quality Services' training division provides mentor-based, con­cept-building programs that not only prepare engineers for certification but also empower them to make confident decisions on-site. The inspectors trained at IQRA Quality Services become true extensions of the client's QA/QC teams, offering real-time insights, root cause analysis, and actionable recommenda­tions for corrective actions.

Audit and Training Excellence

IQRA conducts inspections and audits in accordance with ASME, ASTM, ISO 9001, and customer-specific QAPs. Whether the client is a global EPC or an MSME fabricator, IQRA Quality Services delivers checklist-backed verification and context-specific recommendations. The company goes beyond merely identifying non-conformities; it closes the loop to ensure sustainable solutions.

To strengthen their systems, MSMEs receive customized SOPs and competency-based training. Engineers are taught how to justify their decisions during audits - an often-overlooked skill in technical training.

The training platform employs case-based modules, real defect samples, and weekly live sessions in a hybrid model designed to enhance clarity and performance, rather than just focusing on passing rates.

All these services are supported by IQRA Quality Services' Hyderabad-based back-office team, which ensures that every report, checklist, and training plan is standardized, tailored, and delivered with precision. This operational backbone allows IQRA Quality Services to maintain quality across multiple client locations simultaneously.

Looking Ahead: Vision 2030

Looking ahead, IQRA Quality Services' roadmap features AI-driven inspection reporting, vendor performance analytics, a 90-day MSME profit recovery program, and AI-powered multilingual training. By 2030, the company aims to lead quality, profitability, and workforce transforma­tion across India and the Middle East, empowering clients to shift from reactive fixes to proactive foresight.