Seven ways to make money from ISO 9000
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ISO 9000 requires a complete understanding of the internal processes that helps the management optimize operations and achieve its goals. Documentation of processes and involving the workers help in improving primary production processes are some of them. Stress on quality and standards, and preventive maintenance programs help in prioritizing resources for quick monetary returns. The use of commercially available software decreases documentation costs. Methods to improve performance and make profits while waiting for the ISO 9000 registration to come through are discussed.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 1996
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Attitude adjustments: some proven ways to promote the exchange of ideas
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Quality professionals should seek to place strong emphasis on effective communication. They must be aware that effective communication can only take place if they are willing to hear what the speaker has to say. This may require them to alter their views about the speaker. They should seek to actively participate in the conversation by appearing pleasant, asking questions and treating others with respect. Effective communication is a complex process in which it is important to pay full attention to the whole message being conveyed.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 1999
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Save time and money with the Web
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An overview is presented of the industry of quality and business software, which is increasingly gearing up to integration with the Internet. Web-based applications have demonstrated their ability to save money and time and companies need to move with technological developments to remain in business.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 2001
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