Quality Management

Big Q and little q

Big Q and little q is a term coined by Dr Juran and is key in fully understanding quality. It contrasts the difference between managing for...

Quality Management

Yes believe it or not we can learn a lot from the simple peanut butter and jelly sandwich. While this is very simple it is also a low cost,...

Quality Management

In a recent discussion regarding the impact of quality on the ASQ Design & Construction Division Linkedin Group, a member made the...

Quality Management

Managing in a downturn

Wisdom is timeless, which is why two Harvard Business Review articles published in 2001 and 2008 are still as valid and thought provoking...

Quality Management

Risk Management for Home Builders

Don't get caught out. Know the risks and prepare for risk management

Quality Management

BIM is technology which can be of enormous help. It can of course be a great tool to help us integrate for example design and estimating. It...

Quality Management

An impact of quality video, a builders view

So often I hear builders say that quality may work in manufacturing plants, but not out here building homes. Well of course it does work,...

Quality Management

Do you want fries with that?

While dining at a restaurant recently I was asked by the waiter how my meal was and if there was anything that could be improved. The meal...

Quality Management

While all builders are trying to become leaner, more innovative and customer focused to impact the bottom line, we should not forget about...

Quality Management

Measure twice and cut once

Measure twice and cut once. I think that is probably the first thing I ever learnt in construction and I learnt it as a kid listening to my...

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