Any Quote by Margaret Heffernan
“How can any company know if its processes, products, people are safe? Only if everyone is watching and telling the truth. The first part can be assumed; the second cannot.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Integrity, 2018
Safety requires transparent vigilance; truth‑telling cannot be assumed.
In simple terms: Safety needs honest oversight.
Key Takeaway
Promote a culture of open truth‑telling.
Themes
ethics
risk management
organizational culture
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- manufacturing
- healthcare
- software development
- finance
Key Concepts
business
psychology
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you encourage honest reporting?
- What systems support transparency?
A Different Perspective
People may hide issues out of fear.
