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" Research shows that the climate of an organization influences an individual's contribution far more than the individual himself. "
W. Edwards Deming
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" I predicted in 1950 that in five years, manufacturers the world over would be screaming for protection. It took only four years. "
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" People with targets and jobs dependent upon meeting them will probably meet the targets - even if they have to destroy the enterprise to do it. "
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" All anyone asks for is a chance to work with pride. "
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" What should be the aim of management? What is their job? Quality is the responsibility of the top people. Its origin is in the boardroom. They are the ones who decide. "
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" People don't like to make mistakes. "
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You
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First
" The result of long-term relationships is better and better quality, and lower and lower costs. "
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