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What is the purpose of the European Quality Award (EQA)?
What is the purpose of the European Quality Award (EQA)?
Who initiated the Deming Prize and when?
Who initiated the Deming Prize and when?
What is a key requirement to be eligible for the Deming Prize?
What is a key requirement to be eligible for the Deming Prize?
Which organization created the European Quality Award (EQA)?
Which organization created the European Quality Award (EQA)?
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What is the main focus of the Baldrige Award Criteria?
What is the main focus of the Baldrige Award Criteria?
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What criterion is essential for a firm to be considered for the Deming Prize?
What criterion is essential for a firm to be considered for the Deming Prize?
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Which award is open to non-Japanese firms?
Which award is open to non-Japanese firms?
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What is the main goal of the Deming Prize?
What is the main goal of the Deming Prize?
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What are some order-winning criteria that companies use to attract and retain customers?
What are some order-winning criteria that companies use to attract and retain customers?
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In the context of quality improvement programs, what is considered a firm's resource core competency?
In the context of quality improvement programs, what is considered a firm's resource core competency?
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What is a key aspect of developing a differentiation strategy for a company?
What is a key aspect of developing a differentiation strategy for a company?
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What is the role of quality in being an order-winning criterion according to the text?
What is the role of quality in being an order-winning criterion according to the text?
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What is the main focus of developing a differentiation strategy for a company?
What is the main focus of developing a differentiation strategy for a company?
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Which of the following is NOT considered an order-winning criterion according to the text?
Which of the following is NOT considered an order-winning criterion according to the text?
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What is the main difference between Top-Down Catch-ball and Bottom-Up Catch-ball methods?
What is the main difference between Top-Down Catch-ball and Bottom-Up Catch-ball methods?
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In the context of quality improvement, what does the Top-Down Catch-ball method primarily involve?
In the context of quality improvement, what does the Top-Down Catch-ball method primarily involve?
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How does the Bottom-Up Catch-ball method differ from the Top-Down approach in quality improvement programs?
How does the Bottom-Up Catch-ball method differ from the Top-Down approach in quality improvement programs?
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What is a significant aspect of quality improvement programs related to strategic imperatives?
What is a significant aspect of quality improvement programs related to strategic imperatives?
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How does quality improvement contribute to competitive advantage and profitability?
How does quality improvement contribute to competitive advantage and profitability?
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In a scenario where customers are not willing to pay for quality improvement but competition is intense, what should top management primarily focus on?
In a scenario where customers are not willing to pay for quality improvement but competition is intense, what should top management primarily focus on?
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What is a characteristic of the Force-choice model option for Strategy Process?
What is a characteristic of the Force-choice model option for Strategy Process?
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In the Catch-ball Model, what is the first step carried out by top management?
In the Catch-ball Model, what is the first step carried out by top management?
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What is the purpose of the Catch-ball process in the Strategy Process?
What is the purpose of the Catch-ball process in the Strategy Process?
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Which aspect is emphasized in the Force-choice model option for Strategy Process?
Which aspect is emphasized in the Force-choice model option for Strategy Process?
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What is a key characteristic of the Catch-ball Model?
What is a key characteristic of the Catch-ball Model?
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'Catch-ball' in the Strategy Process refers to:
'Catch-ball' in the Strategy Process refers to:
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Study Notes
EFQM Excellence Model
- Non-prescriptive framework focusing on nine criteria for achieving sustainable excellence.
- Recognizes multiple approaches to excellence, allowing for flexibility in implementation.
European Quality Award (EQA)
- An award acknowledging organizations excelling in quality management practices.
ISO 9000:2008
- Developed by the International Organization for Standardization headquartered in Geneva.
- Aims to standardize quality system documentation across different cultures.
- Applied globally, significantly influencing the number of companies adopting quality systems.
Quality Management Principles of ISO 9000:2008
- Customer focus: Prioritizing customer satisfaction and needs.
- Leadership: Establishing a clear vision and direction.
- Involvement of people: Engaging all staff in quality processes.
- Process approach: Managing activities as interconnected processes.
- Systems approach to management: Recognizing the organization as a system of interrelated parts.
- Continual improvement: Ongoing effort to enhance performance.
- Factual approach to decision making: Using data for informed decisions.
- Mutually beneficial supplier relationships: Developing strong partnerships with suppliers.
Global Supply Chains and Quality Management
- Key Global Supply Chain Operations (GSCO):
- Global (out)sourcing: Raising concerns over maintaining quality across borders.
- Offshoring: Potential impacts on product quality due to distance and regulations.
- Exporting (direct & indirect): Quality compliance with varying international standards.
- Partnering/joint ventures: Quality management integration challenges between partners.
- Franchising: Consistency in quality across franchise locations.
- Licensing: Ensuring compliance with quality standards by licensees.
Typologies of Global Supply Chain Operations
- Global: Unified approach to quality across all markets.
- Multidomestic: Adapting quality practices to local market preferences.
- Transnational: Combining global efficiency with local responsiveness in quality.
- International: Standardizing quality practices while maintaining some local adjustments.
International Quality Standards and Quality Awards
- Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award (MBNQA): Established in 1987 to promote total quality management in U.S. industry.
- Deming Prize: Recognizes outstanding quality management practices in Japan.
- European Quality Award & ISO 9000:2008 Certification: Promotes excellence in quality practices in Europe.
- Made in Ghana Quality Awards: Initiated by various Ghanaian authorities to acknowledge local quality achievements.
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Test your knowledge on the EFQM Excellence Model, European Quality Award (EQA), and ISO 9000:2008. Explore the non-prescriptive framework, criteria for sustainable excellence, and international standards for quality systems.
