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Quality Talks: Balancing Efficiency, Productivity, and Quality Excellence

Hear from Dr. Joe DeFeo on Thursday, July 25, at 10a ET

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Are you achieving efficiency and productivity at the expense of quality? 

In today’s competitive business environment, striking the right balance between efficiency, productivity, and quality excellence can be a constant challenge. Leaders often prioritize speed and cost-effectiveness, inadvertently neglecting the importance of robust quality management systems. This can lead to disastrous consequences, as evidenced by recent high-profile failures in industries like automotive, aerospace, and electronics. 

In this episode of Quality Talks with Dr. Joe DeFeo and Nils Nugteren, we will explore

  • How a relentless focus on operational excellence can compromise quality. 
  • Why traditional, qualitative audit practices may not be enough.
  • How to gain leadership buy-in for a more rigorous approach to quality management. 
  • Strategies to foster a culture of shared quality responsibility within your organization. 

Learning Objectives

  • The potential downsides of efficiency-focused operational excellence programs. 
  • How to identify flaws in your current quality management system and audit practices. 
  • Practical steps to prevent quality failures and protect your organization’s reputation. 
  • Why a “living” quality system is essential for long-term success.

​​​​About the Panelists

Dr. Joseph A. DeFeo

Dr. Joseph A. DeFeo is the past CEO of Juran Institute and current Principal for Attain Partners. Juran, an Attain Partners Company, is a global leader in quality excellence management consulting, training, and certification. With over three decades of experience in the field, Dr. DeFeo has played a pivotal role in advancing quality management practices worldwide. He is renowned for his expertise in operational excellence, having guided numerous organizations across various industries to achieve significant improvements in quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. 

Dr. DeFeo has published numerous books and articles to influence and provide transformative solutions that integrate the best practices of quality management into strategic business goals. He is a respected author, speaker, and consultant, advocating for the integration of quality principles at all organizational levels. Dr. DeFeo’s dedication to excellence has earned him international recognition, making him a sought-after advisor for organizations striving to achieve sustainable success through quality management practices.

Nils Nugteren is Vice President of Sales at AlisQI, the no-code Quality Management platform for manufacturing. Nils leads our sales team and focusses on introducing the AlisQI solution to manufacturers worldwide.

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