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Implementing TQM initiatives in public service organisations: case of academic libraries

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  • Ville Tuomi
  • Mian M. Ajmal
  • Petri T. Helo

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The paper seeks to discuss the development, main beliefs, and stages of total quality management (TQM) in a case of academic libraries by explaining their present strengths, weaknesses, possibilities and threats while implementing TQM initiatives. It also makes a comparison on how case organisations think about the definition of quality and TQM philosophy along with its applicability within the public sector. The study is qualitative. According to the results the most vital issues in TQM initiatives are its comprehensiveness, and its application in such a way which is appropriate for the organisation, with a logical way of operation and the participation of management and personnel. TQM is seen as quite applicable to the service sector however, it requires being reconciled with strategic management initiatives. The study could be quite valuable from a strategic perspective in providing guidelines to build up a proper plan for TQM initiatives more promptly.

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  • Ville Tuomi & Mian M. Ajmal & Petri T. Helo, 2013. "Implementing TQM initiatives in public service organisations: case of academic libraries," International Journal of Productivity and Quality Management, Inderscience Enterprises Ltd, vol. 11(4), pages 393-411.
    • Handle: RePEc:ids:ijpqma:v:11:y:2013:i:4:p:393-411
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