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Applying a Model for Small Business Continual Improvement

Deming Institute

As a quality engineer, I am always looking for quality focused businesses. 14) Create a structure in top management that will push every day on the above 13 points. Procedures Poka-yoke , visual management , SMED and 5S. 15) Measure results in real time on the job, not only on the desk, by using visual management tools.

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Photo Inquiry Friday: Main Useful Function?

Mike Cardus

This week I have been thinking about the Main Useful Function of various positions within organizations; What is the Main Useful Function of Human Resources, Quality Control, Engineering, Sales, Production, Management? If I was sitting with you could you state the purpose or purposes for which the position you have was made?