What we really need is TPQM
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An approach incorporating processes involved in total quality management (TQM), total productivity management (TPM) and Gainsharing Rewards was formulated to resolve problems associated with organizational performance improvement. Utilization of total productivity and quality management (TPQM) approach enhances productivity and cash flow in short-term and long-term projects. Consistency in financial strength of companies also results as it employs a production-based gainsharing reward plan.
Publication Name: International Journal of Production Economics
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0925-5273
Year: 1997
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Quality in new service development: key concepts and a frame of reference
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A service development process was discussed through consideration of a frame of reference that concentrates on designed-in quality. The frame of reference created takes into consideration the prerequisites for total quality that evolves on concepts such as service concept and service process. In terms of service concept, taking into account customers' needs and generic service process proved to be vital towards enhancement of a company service.
Publication Name: International Journal of Production Economics
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0925-5273
Year: 1997
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Increasing productivity in technology management when developing and building complex systems in a global environment
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Technology center serves as a focal point for every major technology-related basic engineering and research and development concern. It was created to improve productivity in technology management and meet challenges related to technological globalization through provision of engineering support and technical service. Technology center is also responsible for the creation of an established technology base.
Publication Name: International Journal of Production Economics
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0925-5273
Year: 1997
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