The dynamic between the research and development and quality department is understandable. They are almost an oxymoron, one is a more creative entity using scientific skills for innovation and discovery, where the other department is in place to follow procedures and guidelines and play with the legal aspects that can somewhat hinder the creativity. In terms of business, the two departments are essential. The R&D departments are in charge of the continuing relevance of the company, the department in charge of producing a reason for the company to be on the map due to their product. On the other hand, the quality depart is what keeps the company afloat. There have been many instances that failure in products has shut down businesses, decreased confidence in shareholders and company value. Wiithout the quality departments, issues like these would be unavoidable. Even though the two groups have a heated relationship, they provide a system of checks and balances that keep the company moving forward.