Discussion
Prior to beginning work on this discussion, read Chapter 1, Chapter 2, and Chapter 3 from the textbook, the lecture, the Spoon University company background information packetPreview the document, and watch the Spoon University company background video.
Discuss how ideas from the different gurus covered in the reading can apply to Spoon University. How can the editorial team keep pace with their current production volume, and how can quality be improved by applying quality ideas from these experts?
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.
Required Resources
Text
Evans, J. R., & Lindsay, W. M. (2017). Managing for quality and performance excellence (10th ed.). Mason, OH: South-Western Cengage.
o Chapter 1: Introduction to Quality
o Chapter 2: Foundations of Quality
o Chapter 3: Customer Focus
Multimedia
VanguardScotland1. (2010, January 19). Deming's14 points for management [YouTube Video file].
Article
Platine, D. (n.d.). How to use the COPIS chain to improve the bottom line. Unpublished manuscript.
o This article provides information about the COPIS model where Customers buy Outputs made from Processes using Inputs received from S This reinforces the idea that the customer is the reason the business exists so we should be working to please the customer. This approach will be used throughout this course.