TQM and the learning organization
- 1 December 1995
- journal article
- Published by Emerald Publishing in Managing Service Quality: An International Journal
- Vol. 5 (6) , 32-34
- https://doi.org/10.1108/09604529510104365
Abstract
Questions the difference between TQM and organizational learning, including characteristics and problems encountered – states that TQM is a vehicle for organizational learning. Uses Australian organizations to provide examples of this link. Examines systematic problem solving, experimenting with new approaches, learning from experience and the transfer of knowledge within these three companies. Concludes that TQM is part of becoming a learning organization, but that most TQM initiatives do not lead to organizational learning.Keywords
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