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Mary Walton dedicates her book to the legacy of W. Edwards Deming, who revitalized Japanese industry and championed a systematic approach to quality. She argues that declining American quality and productivity stem from a top‑down management culture that prioritizes financial metrics over people and product excellence. Walton explains how contemporary executives often focus on numbers, neglecting the understanding of how products are made and sold, and lack the insight needed to implement effective change.
First publish date: 1986
Genre: Business & Economics/Business Management
Authors: Mary Walton
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