Managing autonomous work teams: steps to success

Article Abstract:

An increasing number of chemical processing companies has begun forming empowered or self-directed work teams to complete specific tasks. They have realized the benefits that work teams offer, including improved flexibility, cost reduction and faster response to changing business needs. For chemical companies which have yet to adopt this management style, several steps are given to ensure the success of implementation of self-managed teams.

All Other Miscellaneous Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing, Chemical Products NEC

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To find the root cause, that's why

Article Abstract:

The tool known as why-why diagram for determining the root cause of a problem also solves problems or implement solutions. The benefits of using the why-why diagram are discussed which include establishing priority of root causes and organizing a team's thoughts.

Total quality management

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Old ideas find a new industry

Article Abstract:

An information technology business analyst explains why he is proud to be a software quality engineer. He describes his work, how he got to choose quality testing and his participation in American Society for Quality (ASQ).

Methods, Management, Personal narratives, Company business management, Programmer/Analysts, Programmer analysts, Software product testing, Software testing

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