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'Quality' means what will sell and do a customer some good - at least try to.
W. Edwards Deming
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Interpretation

What this quote means

Quality signifies the ability to meet customer needs and expectations effectively.

This quote by W. Edwards Deming highlights the dual aspect of quality in business: it must not only sell but also provide genuine value to the customer. It emphasizes the idea that true quality is measured by the satisfaction and benefits experienced by customers, and that businesses should strive to meet these standards in their products and services.

Themes

QualityCustomerValueBusinessSuccess

In practice

Example use cases

In a business seminar, when discussing strategies for improving customer satisfaction.

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