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The editors included many new textbook and journal article references throughout the entire book. Within the discussion of continuous improvement methods, they added descriptions of and references to several case studies. These case studies, which include applications in the service industry, give the reader a broader context on how to apply many of the methods discussed in a real-life scenario. In particular, some of these case studies are related to quality in the service industry. Additionally, the editors updated discussions of and references to new technology important to the quality professional, such as Industry 4.0.

This fourth edition now includes information on the quality cost systems involved with the education, service, banking, and software development industries. You’ll also find new material on ISO 9001, cost systems in small businesses, and activity based costing. Additional information on team-based problem-solving, customer satisfaction, and the costs involved with the defense industry are also offered.

This book is neither a prescription nor an endorsement of any particular methodology discussed in the chapters but just the narration of the journey a few individuals in organizations have undertaken to better tackle the challenges they were facing.

The chapters and sections are numbered by the same format used in the Body of Knowledge (BoK) for the CRE examination. It also includes a comprehensive glossary of reliability-related terms and appendices with, among other things, various useful distribution tables.

While this book talks about various concepts related to KM, everything contained in the book is based on first-hand experience of helping the implementation of these concepts at several companies with significant business results, including some Most Admired Knowledge Enterprise (MAKE) award winners. The book largely tells its story through real examples.

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A high degree of detail is provided by the author giving you substantial guidance when reengineering a call center. Also included are numerous case-in-point examples and flow charts which provide additional insights and ease in understanding.

This book addresses the needs of:

• Users and organizations seeking a general understanding of the contents of ISO 9001:2015
• Users and organizations desiring guidance to ensure their ISO 9001:2015 QMS meets the new version requirements
• Users and organizations considering the use of ISO 9001:2015 as a foundation for the development of a comprehensive QMS
• Educators who require a textbook to accompany a training class or course on ISO 9001:2015
• Auditors who desire to increase their level of auditing competence

Authors Cianfrani and West, members of the expert group that developed ISO 9001:2015, strive to provide a context for all requirements to enable you to develop and deploy processes that will strengthen your QMS. Getting or retaining a certificate is not the real objective. Satisfied customers and organizational sustainability should be primary objectives for the organization.