The Danger of PreconceptionsIn a work context, prejudging often gets in the way of meaningful feedback
Thu, 04/28/2011 - 05:30
Every human being, over time, yearns to put his life in order—to have his expectations met, and to use filters to help him know how a situation will resolve itself. Consequently, we subconsciously strive to put new information into existing… Look at Your System ObjectivelyTake off your distorting goggles.
Thu, 05/13/2010 - 08:43
In one scene from the movie “Precious,” we see the main character, Clarisse Precious Jones, getting ready for school in the morning. We see this obese African American teen put on a red headband—but looking in the mirror, we see the red headband on… Sustainability—Understanding the Triple Bottom LinePeople, planet, and profit: Which comes first?
Mon, 09/21/2009 - 13:15
In my last article, I discussed sustainability in generic terms, focusing mostly on environmental issues. This month, we’re going to look at how sustainability is reported externally.
Why do we care about how sustainability is being reported? … Integrating Sustainability Into Your Management SystemAnd ensuring a better future
Wed, 07/22/2009 - 03:00
I remember reading a book when I was younger, about a girl who was separated from her family during the Westward Migration, and forced to live on her own in the wilderness of early spring in 1860s America (unfortunately I don’t remember the name of… Does Your CAPA Need a CAPA? A corrective and preventive action system is only as good as the data that go into it.
Fri, 02/27/2009 - 10:51
Our process improvement consulting company was contacted by a new design client requesting assistance in improving its quality management system (QMS). The company had used an existing system for several years, but it was still experiencing…