As part of the partnership, the two organisations will integrate several key national initiatives, including the MSME Sustainable Certification Scheme, MSME Global Mart, the TEAM Initiative, and the Single Point Registration Scheme. The collaboration will facilitate wider adoption of the Zero Defect Zero Effect (ZED) Certification, improve digital market access for MSMEs, strengthen testing and accreditation infrastructure, and expand capacity-building opportunities for enterprises as well as training institutions.
Chairman-cum-Managing Director of NSIC, Dr. Subhransu Sekhar Acharya, and Senior Director and Head of the National Division for Industry Excellence at QCI, Dr. A. Raj, were present during the signing of the agreement.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Acharya said the collaboration would help build a stronger ecosystem that empowers enterprises to compete confidently in both domestic and global markets. He emphasised that the partnership would support the long-term growth and competitiveness of India's MSME sector.
Dr. A. Raj stated that the partnership would strengthen quality consciousness among MSMEs, enhance their competitiveness, and further advance QCI's National Quality Campaign by promoting higher standards of quality, certification, and industry excellence.
The agreement marks a significant milestone in strengthening India's MSME ecosystem by combining institutional expertise, expanding quality-focused initiatives, and creating greater opportunities for enterprises to achieve sustainable growth while meeting globally recognised standards.
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