Benefits Quote by George E. P. Box
“The benefits provided by worker participation are twofold. Quality is improved because of the finding and fixing of a very large number of problems, but also, and perhaps equally important, moral is improved.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Statistical Methods in Quality Control, 1976
Worker involvement raises product quality by uncovering many issues and boosts morale through shared responsibility.
In simple terms: Participation improves quality and morale.
Key Takeaway
Engage employees in problem solving.
Themes
quality
morale
participation
teamwork
Mood
pragmatic
encouraging
Type
advisory
motivational
When to use this quote
- manufacturing
- software development
- healthcare
- customer service
Key Concepts
continuous improvement
employee empowerment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance speed with inclusive problem solving?
- What incentives encourage genuine participation?
A Different Perspective
May slow decision making if consensus is required.
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