Deming and Goldratt (Paperback)

by Domenico Lepore (Author), Oded Cohen (Author)

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Product Description
Radically improve any organization by applying the management philosophies of W. Edwards Deming and Eliyahu M. Goldratt with one powerful 10-step process: The Decalogue. A step by step guide to implementing the management systems of W. Edwards Deming and Eliyahu M. Goldratt. Dr.'s Deming and Goldratt are recognized as two of the foremost geniuses of modern management. The integration of the Theory of Constraints and the System of Profound Knowledge into one cohesive process brings the work of these two great thinkers to a new level of accessibility. The ten steps of THE DECALOGUE reflect the basic concept that in order to manage effectively we must be able to predict the outcome of out management decisions. This seemingly simple statement is the core of successful management. The Tools presented in this book will enable any organization to: * Manage effectively * Develop focused business strategies * Create an atmosphere of continuous improvement

You will not find a quick fix in these pages, but with determination and focus you will be able to control and radically improve your organization.

About the Author
The authors have devoted their professional lives to understanding and implementing the processes presented in this book; Domenico Lepore as a Deming scholar and Oded Cohen as Eli Goldratt's collaborator and partner.

Product Details

• Paperback: 179 pages
• Publisher: North River Press (August 15, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0884271633
• ISBN-13: 978-0884271635
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #340,329 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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22 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A fantastic combination!, August 28, 2000

By	Adam F. Jewell (Pittsburgh, PA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Goldratt and Deming, are arguably two of the most influential business thinkers ever. This book melds statistical process control, and the Theory of Constraints, finally bringing these techniques together in one book. You'll gain a basic understanding of both SPC, and an intro to the Theory of Constraints (TOC), and Goldratts' Thinking Processes (TP). In addition to presenting the tools for process control, measurement, and continuous improvement, the book provides brief bios of both Deming and Goldratt, giving the reader insight into the background of both. Very good book, and a great compliment to other TOC material.

13 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars LONG OVERDUE BOOK, March 30, 2000

By	J. B. RUSKIN (New York) - See all my reviews

At last a book on these two great thinkers. The combination of the Deming system and the Goldratt TOC process is perfect for keeping a management balance. This is a HOW TO DO IT BOOK not another FEEL GOOD book of slogans. Read it, think about and read it again. Give it to your people to read. This is the real thing.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Ten Steps to a World Class Company, March 29, 2000

By	Suhit Anantula (India) - See all my reviews

The best combination of the priciples of Dr.Deming and Dr.Goldratt.For the first time ideas of, two of the greatest management minds of this century has been combined and presented in a "read and implement" manner.

The book gives you a step by step approach to using The Theory of Constraints(ToC) and The Profound Knowledge of Dr.Deming in your company.This book is best suited for people who have read ToC and are unable to understand Deming's theory or are just starting to learn about the theory.

Overall a good book.