1
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Total Quality Management (TQM) Definition
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Comprehensive approach to improving quality and productivity in organizations.
2
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TQM Principles
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- Customer focus
- Continuous improvement
- Employee involvement
- Process approach
- Systematic management
- Fact-based decision making
- Supplier partnerships
3
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TQM Key Components
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- Leadership
- Employee involvement and empowerment
- Customer focus
- Process improvement
- Supplier partnerships
- Continuous improvement
- Data-driven decision making
4
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TQM Benefits
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- Improved quality
- Higher customer satisfaction
- Increased efficiency and productivity
- Reduced costs
- Competitive advantage
- Enhanced reputation
5
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TQM Challenges
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- Resistance to change
- Implementation complexity
- Resource constraints
- Cultural barriers
- Lack of top management commitment
