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TQM practices and organisational performances in the manufacturing sector: evidence from a developing nation

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Abstract

This paper examines and compares the Total Quality Management (TQM) practices and performances of the manufacturing sector in Malaysia. Empirical research is used to determine the difference, if any, in the issues related to TQM implementation and organisational performances. Results based on testing the mean differences between firms having ISO 9000 certification, and those that are not certified indicate that there are significant differences in performances between firms having ISO 9000 certification and those that are not. This supports the hypothesis that ISO 9000 certification contributes to a higher organisational performance. Other findings based on the impact of length of operation on performance are also reported and the implications are discussed. Future research directions are also suggested.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)144-157
Number of pages14
JournalInternational Journal of Business Performance Management
Volume7
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - 2005

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy
    SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
  2. SDG 9 - Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
    SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
  3. SDG 12 - Responsible Consumption and Production
    SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

Keywords

  • ISO 9000
  • Malaysia
  • TQM
  • factor analysis
  • manufacturing

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Business and International Management
  • Strategy and Management

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