Total Quality Management

(abbreviated to TQM) refers to comprehensive measures to ensure the quality of products and services in all areas of a company. TQM was originally developed in the Japanese automotive industry (Toyota). In addition to the involvement of employees, the reliable determination of key figures to determine customer satisfaction is an important part of the TQM process and serves both to monitor success and as an indicator for determining new, necessary measures. For example, a customer survey is also a mandatory component for certification in accordance with ISO 9000 ff.

Source: logipedia / Fraunhofer IML