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Globalization, quality and systems thinking: integrating global quality Management and a systems view.
1Department of Industrial Engineering & Management, Afeka Tel Aviv Academic College of Engineering, Israel.
Heliyon
|March 4, 2021
Summary
This research introduces a systems perspective for global quality management, developing new terminology and concepts. It emphasizes a holistic approach for navigating complex international business environments.
Area of Science:
- Management Science
- Systems Theory
- International Business
Background:
- Global quality management requires a new knowledge base.
- Current approaches lack a comprehensive systems perspective.
- Complex and dynamic business environments necessitate innovative quality strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a new body of knowledge for global quality management.
- To present new key concepts from a systems perspective.
- To conceptualize key variables in global quality management.
Main Methods:
- Utilized a mixed-methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative studies.
- Employed Grounded Theory for qualitative data collection and analysis.
- Conducted in-depth interviews with systems thinking experts and a field study of 18 multinational companies.
Main Results:
- Introduced several new key concepts for global quality management.
- Established a systems-oriented rationale and perspective for the field.
- Identified key variables interacting with international and strategic management.
Conclusions:
- The research contributes to building a new body of knowledge in global quality management.
- A systems approach is crucial for understanding and managing global quality.
- The findings support the integration of global quality management with international and strategic management.
Keywords:
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