EBK MANAGEMENT, LOOSE-LEAF VERSION
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Chapter 10, Problem 2ED
Summary Introduction
To determine:
Whether the assistant manager Harrington has to interfere into quality issues that are not his responsibilities, and overstep his responsibilities and authority?
Introduction/Case summary:
Rockingham is a company specialized in producing different types of toys. The company is a well reputed company for producing safety and good quality products. However, the company has made several manufacturing changes over the past, and also several changes in product safety guidelines. Further it is also evident, the quality control team had been working long hours to troubleshoot the new production process. The assistant quality control manager, Harrigton is aware of numerous changes in product safety guidelines that he knew would affect the production of toys .However, his boss who was responsible for all these issues did not take any actions to implement the safety guidelines in order to ensure and maintain its unique reputation. However, as Harrington is not responsible for this aspect of quality management.
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