Compare and contrast quality programs in manufacturing - TQM, Six Sigma, and ISO 9000. Describe how your company uses one of these quality control methods in manufacturing if any, and any advantages or disadvantages you've seen in the method.

Compare and contrast quality programs in manufacturing - TQM, Six Sigma, and ISO 9000. Describe how your company uses one of these quality control methods in manufacturing if any, and any advantages or disadvantages you've seen in the method.

Practical Management Science

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ISBN:9781337406659

Author:WINSTON, Wayne L.

Publisher:WINSTON, Wayne L.

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