Human Dimensions for Total Quality Management

Human Dimensions for Total Quality Management
Author: Nayantara Padhi
Publisher: Atlantic Publishers & Dist
Total Pages: 308
Release: 2005
Genre: Total quality management
ISBN: 9788126904280

The Hunt For Quality Has Become The One And Only One Strategic Force Leading To Organisational Success And Growth In Both National And International Markets In The New Age Of Globalisation. The Organisations, Which Will Succeed, Are Those That Can Uphold A Dedication To Total Quality In Each And Every Organisational Function. In This Perspective, Managing People Effectively And Decorously Has Become More Indispensable Than Before. People Are The Major Basis Of Any Organised Endeavour. No Matter How Sophisticated The Quality Strategy Of The Organisation Is, It Won T Pass With Flying Colours Unless People Are Earnestly Involved And Committed To It. People Are Inexorably The Key To Achieve Quality. The Purpose Of The Present Book Is To Assist The Academics, Researchers, And In Particular Practitioners To Comprehend And Manage People In Their Endeavour To Achieve Quality.The Book Is Based Upon The Research Work Of The Authors On Human Dimension Of Total Quality Management Conducted At Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited/Vishakhapatnam Steel Plant, Which Is A Quintessence Of Successful Implementation Of Tqm Programme In The Indian Organisations. It Is A Minutiae Of The Strategic Concepts, Tools And Techniques Of Tqm, And Contemplates The Core Issue Of Tqm And Human Resource Interface. The Thrust Of The Book Is To Look At How Tqm Is Practised In Indian Organisations With An Accentuated Emphasis On The Role Of Hr Professionals And Various Human Factors, Diverse Challenges Brazen Out By Hr Professionals In The Course Of Tqm Implementation Etc. The Presentation Made In This Book, On Its Face, May Appear To Be Limited As It Is Based Upon The Findings Of A Study Carried Out In A Single Organisation. Nevertheless, It Is A Premeditated Attempt To Make A Detailed Inquiry Into The Issue.

TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT

TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Author: L. SUGANTHI
Publisher: PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.
Total Pages: 378
Release: 2004-01-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 8120326555

This comprehensive, student friendly book is intended as a tool to achieve quality in organizations. Completing a course based on topics covered in this book will make one confident enough to implement quality management principles in a given situation. A holistic approach, practical relevance, effective learning and a compendium of A to Z of TQM distinguish this well-written text. Inclusion of the findings of research carried out by the authors in industries and educational institutions add flavour to the book. Various examples are drawn from institutional experience, which make the understanding of the concepts easy. The special feature of this book is that every chapter has a case study, in addition to a host of short questions and summary type questions. The questions for group discussion, practical exercises and net based exercises given at the end of every chapter are unique. Intended primarily as a textbook for engineering and management students, this book would also be useful for the in-house training of engineers and managers of various industries and organizations on TQM. The book may be effectively used as a resource material for quality professionals and consultants.

Total Quality Management

Total Quality Management
Author: Joel E. Ross
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 568
Release: 2017-10-06
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1351407783

Acclaimed and used in over 200 colleges and universities around the country, Total Quality Management: Text, Cases and Readings has been completely revised and expanded to meet the growing demands and awareness for quality products and services in the competing domestic and global marketplaces. Since the publication of the first and second editions of this book, interest in and acceptance of TQM has continued to accelerate around the world. This edition has been thoroughly revised, updated and expanded. Some of the changes are: A new chapter on the emerging Theory of Constraints Expanded treatment of Process Management Eleven new readings Ten new cases Chapter examples of TQM at 12 Baldrige winning organizations End of chapter recommendations for further reading Revised and updated textual material The Varifilm case is retained as a comprehensive study that illustrates good and not so good practices. Each chapter contains an exercise which provides the reader with an opportunity to apply TQM principles to the practices illustrated in each case. Based on sound principles, this practical book is an excellent text for organizational development programs aimed at practitioners responsible for developing and implementing TQM programs in their own service or manufacturing organizations.

Handbook of Public Quality Management

Handbook of Public Quality Management
Author: Ronald J. Stupak
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 892
Release: 2019-09-16
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 148227048X

Exploring a variety of methods for improving the economic performance of organizations, this multidisciplinary text covers macro- and micro-perspectives while considering strategic planning, systematic process analysis, leadership studies, group dynamics, and human motivation theories. It highlights "quality of relationships" as a guiding principle within the framework of public administration and stresses customer, client, and stakeholder satisfaction. With over 1000 literature references, tables, drawings, and equations, and appendices of laws and regulations, the book responds to the mandate for high performance and increased productivity.

Quality Engineering and Management

Quality Engineering and Management
Author: Rajesh Kumar R
Publisher: Jyothis Publishers
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2023-03-01
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9358108754

Quality management is the act of overseeing all activities and tasks needed to maintain a desired level of excellence. Quality management includes the determination of a quality policy, creating and implementing quality planning and assurance, and quality control and quality improvement. Quality engineering is the discipline of engineering concerned with the principles and practice of product and service quality assurance and control.

Encyclopedia of Distance Learning

Encyclopedia of Distance Learning
Author: Howard, Caroline
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 2418
Release: 2005-04-30
Genre: Law
ISBN: 1591405548

"This encyclopedia offers the most comprehensive coverage of the issues, concepts, trends, and technologies of distance learning. More than 450 international contributors from over 50 countries"--Provided by publisher.

International Encyclopedia of Organization Studies

International Encyclopedia of Organization Studies
Author: Stewart Clegg
Publisher: SAGE
Total Pages: 2009
Release: 2008
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1412915155

Describing the field, spanning individual, organisation societal and cultural perspectives in a cross-disciplinary manner, this is the premier reference tool for students lecturers, academics and practitioners to gather knowledge about a range of important topics from the perspective of organisation studies.

Public Productivity Handbook

Public Productivity Handbook
Author: Marc Holzer
Publisher: CRC Press
Total Pages: 800
Release: 2019-02-13
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1482277077

Anyone hoping to improve teamwork, performance, and budgeting, training, and evaluation programs in their organization should look no further. Completely revised, Public Productivity Handbook, Second Edition defines the role of leadership, dimensions of employee commitment, and multiple employee-organization based relationships for effective internal and external connections. It's coverage of new and systematic management approaches and well-defined measurement systems provides guidance on correct utilization of human resources that ensure improvements in productivity and performance. The authors discuss such topics as citizen-driven government and performance, public sector values and productivity, privatization, and productivity barriers in the public sector.

Corporate Standardization Management and Innovation

Corporate Standardization Management and Innovation
Author: Jakobs, Kai
Publisher: IGI Global
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2019-04-30
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 1522590102

Standardization is no longer a technical activity. Rather, most large firms as well as policymakers and many other public sector entities have realized the economic and political relevance of information and communication technology standards. Accordingly, an increasing number of firms and public authorities experience the need to properly manage their standardization activities. Corporate Standardization Management and Innovation is an essential reference source that discusses various aspects that relate to the management of standardization in private firms and the public sector and identifies good practices in the internal and external management of standardization activities. Focusing around research areas such as digital market, global business, and business strategy, this book is designed to assist academics, practitioners, and researchers in the identification of good practices in management of standardization activities.