Why is TQM getting a bad rap?

Article Abstract:

Total quality management (TQM) has been prescribed as medicine for poorly performing companies. But it has been criticized for not giving the desired results and questions are asked about the effectivity of performance-dynamics models in effecting TQM. Quality consultants say that upper management must evaluate what their needs and wants before initiating a TQM program. They should not commence the program to project an image of political correctness or enlightenment. They should also focus on the long-term results of TQM and not on any unrealizable near-term goals.

Evaluation, Total quality management

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Getting a Ford HEV on the road

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A project is on at Ford Motor Company to develop hybrid vehicle propulsion systems. Spurred by the 1993 request by the US Department of Energy, Ford has teamed with companies providing high-rate energy storage; efficient, low-emission energy sources; and concurrent multiple powertrain controllers. Hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) can solve problems caused by existing motor cars and are appropriate alternatives. HEVs are economical products of automotive engineering in which energy efficiency factors are developed through computer simulation.

Research, Product information, Automobiles, Ford Motor Co., Electric vehicles, F

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Getting to the core of the problem

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A study by the Copper Development Association found that 4-core electrical cable is not able to withstand the requirements of the new electronic products used in the commercial and industrial environment. To counteract the risk of fire and to maintain a constant supply of energy 5-core cable should be used, particularly in areas where the cessation of power would be disastrous. In 1996 a company wishing to change to 5-core cable had to purchase the product from Italy as it was not available in the United Kingdom.

Reports, Electric cables, Electrical cables, Copper Development Association

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