Deming on Quality Management

Author: W. Edwards Deming
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Publish Date: 2003-07-01
Features: Deming, the "father of modern quality management," addresses the persistent problems of organizations and enterprises with a fresh perspective.
About the Author:
Deming (W. Edwards Deming), known as the "father of modern quality management," was born in Iowa, USA, in 1900. In 1928, he obtained a Ph.D. in mathematical physics from Yale University. In 1950, he traveled to Japan to serve as a lecturer and consultant in the industrial sector. In 1956, he was awarded the Second Class Order of the Sacred Treasure by Emperor Hirohito. In 1987, President Reagan awarded him the National Medal of Technology. He lived a long life and passed away in December 1993. Throughout his life, Deming traveled the world, introducing his famous "Four-Day Seminar," attracting tens of thousands of attendees each year. To commemorate his early contributions to the development of Japanese industry, the Japan Science and Technology Union established the Deming Prize in his name. To this day, his portrait hangs in the main hall of Toyota's Tokyo headquarters. After NBC aired the program "Japan Can, Why Can't We?" in 1980, Deming's management philosophy sparked a wave of quality revolutions in the United States, significantly improving American productivity and competitiveness. Deming to management is what Franklin to the public conscience is to the founding fathers of the United States—guidance, prophecy, and a powerful driving force. – Harvard University, Robert B. Reich (Robert B. Reich)
As a follower of Deming, I am deeply honored. Our company is fully committed to practicing his action principles, especially in the areas of continuous improvement and full employee involvement. – Former CEO of Ford Motor Company, Donald E. Petersen
Deming is seen as a person who brought the last glimmer of hope to the American industrial sector among the elite in the field of management. – Best of Business Quarterly
Deming is a master of quality management philosophy. – Business Month
If the elite in quality management were to recommend a master from their own ranks, it would undoubtedly be Deming...