A research network has examined how quality management is implemented in small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in Germany, Finland, Greece, Ireland, Portugal, Sweden and the United Kingdom. The research has taken place within the framework of the Leonardo Da Vinci programme, which is an...

1: Results -- Central results of the sector studies on the metalworking and food industries -- Guidelines for quality-oriented personnel development in small and medium-sized enterprises -- Recommendations for the vocational training in Europe -- 2: Scientific Contributions -- Quality systems...