In this paper, we discuss the concept and principles of successful the total quality management (TQM) implementation. The paper briefly explains the similarities between software development process and product development process. In addition, overview quality measures during the software development life cycle (SDLC). Finally, the paper describes the Deming's quality management method and his...

Total quality management (TQM), continuous quality improvement (CQI) and quality control are terms that are becoming very familiar to workers in the health care environment. The purpose of this article is to discuss these terms and the concepts they describe. The origins of TQM and the keen interest in its application to the health care environment today are addressed. In other environments, TQ...

This paper discusses the essences of total quality management (TQM) concept and identifies the principles of successful TQM implementation. It contrasts the Quality Seven (Q7) and the Management Seven (M7) tools commonly used in the TQM process. It also describes the Deming's quality management concept and his fourteenpoint management method. It briefly explains the similarities between softwar...

The diagnostic laboratories in India are progressively promoting higher standards and are moving towards accreditation and international acceptance. Hence, the concept of "Quality" will need to be understood and implemented. Total quality management (TQM) in a laboratory is an integrated program involving all laboratory staff and management. TQM is a framework to operate and it is aiming for in...

This study addresses managers’ awareness and familiarity with Total Quality Management (TQM). Eighteen (18) semi-structured, in-depth interviews were conducted with managers working in a variety of service organizations in Greece. The major argument of the study is that although the acronym TQM and some of its concepts and practices are known by a range of public and private sector managers, ac...

Purpose: Total quality management is the art of managing the whole set to achieve the best result. Therefore, the present research was conducted with the aim of identifying the dimensions and components of total quality management in Islamic Azad University. Methodology: The present study was an applied research from type of qualitative. The research population was the experts of total quality...