Weld failures in the field often expose deeper systemic issues within a company's welding operations, leading to severe consequences like litigation and financial distress. Many companies mistakenly rely on past success as justification for lacking proper quality control, including welding procedure and welder performance qualifications, and robust inspection processes. When failures occur, the absence of crucial documentation complicates failure analysis and almost guarantees liability. This post emphasizes the critical need for proactive measures like developing welding quality standards, qualifying procedures and welders, and implementing stringent inspection processes to prevent catastrophic failures and ensure long-term structural integrity.