posted 19 June 2001 11:11 PM               

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Originally posted by Raffy:
Hi
1) Are we going to have an individually Quality Objectives? On an associate level, I would suggest not. A System is not a sum of its parts.
2) Do we need to establish Quality Objectives per department? I would say yes to this, but they should tie into the Quality Policy you have created for your organization.
3) Does it differ with company quality objective? They are not the same thing, but they are interrelated.
4) Or the summary of individual quality objective comprises the quality objective of the company? No.
5) Where can I get a sample copy of a quality objective, in which I can pattern? For this I ask, what is in your Quality Policy? Does it connect (or the same) as the aim of your organization?
6) Is there a site wherein I can surf to find out on this? You are already here. Many knowledgeable people here willing to contribute to your success.
7) Any feedback would be appreciated.- We hope to receive the same from you.

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Regards,

Kevin

posted 21 June 2001 01:12 PM               

System components are interrelated. This means doing something to one component will have consequences (positive and negative) with other components. Having an objective of increased quality for the Quality Dept. and reduced piece price for Purchasing might be in conflict, or, harmonious. All objectives must be in harmony with each other as well as being in harmony with your Quality Policy. For a great example of System Thinking, please visit ãdWizardâs Liarä established by one of the longtime contributors here at the Cove, Don Winton.

Objectives should be established within the Systemâs Capability. Statistical Process Control (run charts of processes for instance) can be used to determine the system/process limits. Setting objectives above the limits will undoubtedly cause system failures elsewhere with other components. Establishing Objectives is serious business and requires close attention and great understanding. They must be set within the process capability in order to drive improvement. Gains arenât necessarily instantaneous. Many of them will take years to get to where you would like to be (i.e. world-class provider). Be patient.

Your Quality Policy looks o.k. to me. It must make sense to your organization as well as the other components in the system (which you also define). The word I like most is Îvalueâ. The AIM of any system is to create value or wealth for each component (i.e. profit is important to the organization where as it is not for the customer). Value statements included in a Quality Policy to me is imperative.

I hope this helps.

Regards,