Theorizing TQM: an Austrian and evolutionary economics interpretation

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This article discusses the continuing development of total quality management (TQM) theory. The authors maintain TQM has been an ambiguous concept and help contribute to the evolving theory by employing market process economics (Austrian and evolutionary economics) which includes the principles of customer focus, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

United States, Austria, Economics, Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities, Evaluation, Total quality management, Neoclassical economics, Austrian school of economics

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The dynamics of delayering: changing management structures in three countries

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Reduction of layers of management is studied in Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. Australia and South Africa experienced a loss of commitment, while New Zealand showed differences. A model for delayering is suggested.

Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, Organizational structure

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The effects of entrepreneurial personality, background and network activities on venture growth

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The growth of 168 entrepreneurial enterprises in Singapore is studied. The management and industrial experience of the enterpreneurs determines the growth of the enterprise.

Singapore, Psychological aspects, Statistical Data Included, Case studies, Corporate growth, Entrepreneurship

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