A Qualitist Perspective Natural System Our industrial systems are enveloped by the larger systems of nature. Natural resources are a gift from Mother Earth. These include regenerative resources such as forests, croplands, and fisheries; as well as non-regenerative resources such as oil and minerals. Regenerative …

Auto Industry About three months back, the Indian auto industry had been admitted to (and still is in) the ICU of Hindustan Hospital. Apart from auto manufacturers, their suppliers and dealers are also in ICUs across the country. It is worth noting that our auto …

Product Life Cycle Products have life cycles. The four stages are: Introduction; Growth; Maturity; Decline. In an ideal world, the four stages have equal time. The responsibility for each stage is unique: Introduction: Research & Development Department Growth: Sales & Distribution Department Maturity: Marketing Department …

Collective Responsibility There is no organization that can claim immunity from the destructive effects of a changing climate. The same holds true for individuals too. Who is responsible for the changing climate? We all are. Organizations, as well as individuals. In the words of Bittu …

Start-ups Characteristics The Quality Management Practices of the quiet past are inadequate for the stormy present. Start-ups have a new glossary for management. Amongst others, long-term is defined as 1000 days, and product life cycle as 100 days. In fact, even traditional organizations have to …

Employees – Our Biggest Asset We all acknowledge that our employees are our biggest asset. I would like to add that employees are the only asset of an organization that appreciate in value. Particularly, in a learning organization. So in a turbulent business environment, why …