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The legacy of Ishikawa

Article Abstract:

Kaoru Ishikawa believed in quality through leadership, a concept whose applicability has increased and could improve the quality of life. His six principles formed the Japanese quality paradigm and helped redefine the way Japan perceived manufacturing.

Author: Watson, Greg
Publisher: American Society for Quality Control, Inc.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 2004
Six Sigma (Quality control), Ishikawa, Kaoru

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Get into gemba

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The concept of gemba provides a unique lens through which quality systems can be viewed. It is a Japanese word, which has come to mean 'the real place' and literally means 'the place of specific work'.

Author: Allan, Kelly L.
Publisher: American Society for Quality Control, Inc.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 2004
Product quality, Quality management, Work environment

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PDCA at the management level

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The four stages of using plan-do-check-act quality management method, which enhances organizational management efficiency, is discussed.

Author: Owens, Dennis R.
Publisher: American Society for Quality Control, Inc.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 2006
United States, Usage, Organizational effectiveness

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Subjects list: Methods, Management, Japan, Total quality management, Company business management
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