Goals Quote by Eliyahu M. Goldratt
““Well, I don’t. Not absolutely. But adopting "making money’’ as the goal of a manufacturing organization looks like a pretty good assumption. Because, for one thing, there isn’t one item on that list that’s worth a damn if the company isn’t making money.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Goal by Eliyahu M. Goldratt, 1984
A manufacturing firm must be profitable; without profit, any other objective is meaningless.
In simple terms: Profit is essential for any business goal
Key Takeaway
Focus on profitability first.
Themes
profitability
business strategy
operations
goal setting
Mood
pragmatic
analytical
Type
business
strategic.
When to use this quote
- product development
- investment decisions
- cost management
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
Theory of Constraints
economic viability
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance profit with quality?
- What non‑financial metrics matter?
A Different Perspective
Profit alone does not guarantee long‑term sustainability.
