Communities as systems
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A community has to be viewed as consisting of interactive systems which, when effectively managed, leads to the betterment of the whole community. Improved functioning of the system requires knowledge of the holistic nature of systems, understanding human psychology as well as the internal and external indicators that affect the system. W. Edwards Deming asserted that an individual's efforts should never be isolated as this could cause a breakdown in the system and, consequently, in the community.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 1997
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TQ scramble: a participatory process that works for teams
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TQ (total quality) Scramble is an anagram game designed to highlight teamwork and the importance of cooperation. The facilitator should observe and evaluate the participants and the activity as it goes along. A discussion of the game's results should also follow to confront and underscore the principle of teamwork. TQ Scramble is an activity that creates several positive results which can educate participants about teamwork and total quality.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 1993
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Teams in the age of systems
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The proliferation of disconnected teams must be controlled since they are a liability to a company. The new management era calls for an entirely new team mind-set. Teams must support customers, systems and improvement. Furthermore, they must also be a system in themselves. Quality managers should realize that an interdependence exists among purpose, systems and teamwork.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 1995
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