Cole, Robert E.; Matsumiya, Tsuyoshi - In: The TQM Journal 20 (2008) 2, pp. 130-142
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to examine the possible impediments to radical innovation created by the pursuit … for radical innovation. Findings – Identifies a number of mechanisms, beyond the existing literature, through which the … quality culture of Japanese hi‐tech firms can inhibit innovation. Particular attention is paid to the risk averse culture that …