examine the key quality‐led techniques that have helped take Japan from a state of decimation to a leading world economy. From …

Reports on the use of suggestion schemes in Japan. Considers whether it is a productivity aid or a morale booster …. Asserts that the suggestion scheme which enables every employee to contribute ideas to his company, is ubiquitous in Japan …

companies are now less willing to invest in a workforce that is not as committed to the job. Japan is also making faster …

In the first of a three‐part series on Japanese success, suggests that Japan′s success is not based on quality but on … underhand tactics set to undermine world competition. Discusses Japan and the battle for Europe. Considers the reasons for Japan … that, to Japan′s delight, Europe is following the US model. Attacks the British Government′s compliance towards the …

In the second of a three‐part series on Japanese success, suggests that Japan′s success is due to its total commitment …

Japan was ready to assimilate the “quality” ideas of Dr. Deming. Asserts that the key to Japanese success lies not in the …

Includes comments on a previously published series attempting to answer the question: “Japan ‐ myth or miracle?”, as … trade practices. Contends that Japan have no advantages that are innate ‐ they are responding to their needs, using their …