Zero Defects (ZD)
Zero Defects was conceived by Philip Crosby and is a large part of the Lean metodology. Applying Zero Defects means striving for perfection.
5S System
This article explains the 5S System, developed by Sakichi Toyoda, in a practical way. After reading you will understand the basics of this powerful quality management tool. History 5S System…
Scientific Management and Taylorism
This article explains practically Scientific Management, also called Taylorism by Frederick Taylor. These principles are the underlying factors for successful production and quality management. Introduction Over 100 years ago, the…
Six Sigma Principles
This article explains Six Sigma or Lean Six Sigma (LSS) in a practical way. After reading you will understand the basics of this powerful quality management method. Background Six Sigma…
Total Quality Management (TQM)
This article explains Total Quality Management (TQM) in a practical way. After reading you will understand the basics of this powerful quality management tool. What is Total Quality Management? Total…
EFQM Model
What is the EFQM Model? The EFQM Model is a universal framework, based on TQM, and aims at sustainable excellence with focus on quality and efficiency.
LEAN Manufacturing
This article explains the philosophy of LEAN Manufacturing in a practical way. After reading you will understand the basics of this powerful quality management tool. What is LEAN Manufacturing? LEAN…
Gemba Kaizen
Gemba Kaizen is Japanese for continuous improvement and is about the approach to arrive at productivity improvement within an organization.