Excellence Quote by W. Edwards Deming
“Quality is everyone's responsibility.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Out of the Crisis, 1982
Quality is a collective duty; every individual must contribute to improvement.
In simple terms: Everyone must care about quality.
Key Takeaway
Make quality a shared habit.
Themes
quality management
teamwork
continuous improvement
Mood
professional
motivational
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- manufacturing
- software development
- healthcare
- education
Key Concepts
total quality management
organizational culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you foster ownership of quality?
- What metrics best reflect shared responsibility?
A Different Perspective
Responsibility can be diffused if not clearly assigned.
