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Beyond Oversight: Independent QA as a Strategic Partner
Episode 2
Monday, 27 July, 2026
Independent Quality Assurance (QA) is more than project oversight. In this episode, Tony Sutton of the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) and Adam Brown of Public Knowledge® discuss how independent QA helps organizations identify risks early, strengthen governance, improve communication, and support better decision-making throughout complex technology projects. Drawing on real-world experience, they share practical lessons for agencies looking to get more value from QA partnerships. Episode details: https://pubknow.com/media-center/independent-qa-as-a-strategic-partner/ Listen to more episodes of the Igniting Impact Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/52Lzv03vnyJs0INiMjGrxw Prefer video?Watch full episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7S-x9xh5pTJNmiKMJuC9pJBfzzjvgCmI Connect with Public Knowledge® Website: https://pubknow.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pubknow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stacey_moss_pkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/StaceyMossPK Timestamps00:00 Why Independent QA Matters for Government Projects01:33 Public vs. Private Sector Approaches to QA05:13 The Risks and Blind Spots QA Helps Uncover09:31 How QA Improves Visibility and Decision-Making13:18 How Independent QA Strengthens Transparency16:38 Keeping Complex Projects Aligned20:15 Oregon DOT Case Study: QA in Action23:16 Advice for Agencies Considering Independent QA26:17 Common QA Misconceptions and Choosing the RightPartner31:49 Key Takeaways and Final Advice
