RM> Perhaps he believes that the process can modify their
RM> behavior, and, properly done, I think there may be some
RM> validity in that - PROVIDED - the process include some
RM> consequences for poor effort, and some rewards for 
RM> excellence.  The "process" has to include acceptance to
RM> college, good jobs for successful candidates, etc.  
 MS>     This is the ultimate weakness of applying the Deming approach to 
What "weakness" are you talking about Matt?
 MS> nonexistant in an economy in which "downsizings" 
Deming wouldn't have a company that was filled with deadwood in the 
middle--this is where most "downsizing" occurred.
Also, a CQI company, (continuing quality improvement) company doesn't fire 
people during slack time.
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