QCI-NSIC MoU: Quality Boost for MSMEs
Why in the news
Two bodies working with small firms agreed to cooperate so that MSMEs can meet quality norms and reach more buyers, including online.
Key facts
- Signatories: Quality Council of India and National Small Industries Corporation.
- Aim: upgrade quality standards and competitiveness of MSMEs.
- Tools: ZED Certification, ONDC integration, accreditation and digital market access.
- Outcome sought: stronger certification and better export readiness.
Quick revision
- MoU parties: QCI and NSIC, both linked to MSME support.
- ZED Certification relates to quality; ONDC is the digital market channel mentioned for MSMEs.
Exam angle
- Pair to remember: QCI and NSIC.
- Keywords: ZED Certification, ONDC integration, accreditation.
- Beneficiary group: MSMEs.