Effective quality management (QM) plays a decisive role in the continuous improvement of company processes. Companies that successfully implement quality management principles not only achieve an increase in product quality, but also a significant increase in overall productivity. We would like to briefly highlight the key aspects behind this sweeping statement and present quality management as a direct catalyst for productivity increases.
IDENTIFICATION AND ELIMINATION OF WEAK POINTS
A decisive step towards increasing productivity is the identification of weak points in existing processes. Quality management methods such as process auditing enable companies to uncover and optimise inefficient processes. By systematically eliminating weak points, bottlenecks are minimised, resulting in smoother and more efficient production.
ERROR PREVENTION INSTEAD OF ERROR CORRECTION
Quality management focusses on preventing errors instead of concentrating exclusively on correcting them. This not only reduces the reject rate, but also saves valuable resources that would otherwise be spent on correcting errors. The implementation of quality standards and the training of employees in quality-relevant processes promote an error culture that is conducive to increasing productivity in the long term.
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION AND TEAMWORK
Quality management promotes an open communication culture and strengthens teamwork. Involving employees in the quality improvement process creates an awareness of the importance of their role in terms of product quality and efficiency. A well-informed and motivated team contributes significantly to reducing misunderstandings and miscommunication, which in turn increases productivity. Increasing productivity through input from directly affected employees is an often underestimated factor that has been the key to the success of the German economy over the past decades.
CONTINUOUS TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
The continuous training and development of employees is a cornerstone of quality management. Training on new technologies, processes and quality standards keeps employees up to date. This not only improves their individual performance, but also helps the entire company to react more flexibly to changes, which in turn increases productivity.
USE OF TECHNOLOGY AND DATA ANALYSIS
Modern quality management systems integrate advanced technologies and data analytics to monitor and optimise processes. The use of automated systems speeds up workflows while minimising the error rate. Analysing data enables companies to make informed decisions and monitor efficiency in real time.
SUMMARY: INCREASING PRODUCTIVITY THROUGH QUALITY MANAGEMENT
Successful quality management is not just about ensuring product quality, it also has a direct impact on a company's productivity. The identification of weak points, error prevention, effective communication, continuous training and the use of technology are key components that together lead to a sustainable increase in productivity. Companies that invest in well thought-out quality management lay the foundation for long-term success and competitive advantage.
PEROBA QUALITY MANAGEMENT FROM MUNICH
ADVICE ON THE PATH TO EFFECTIVE QUALITY MANAGEMENT CONSULTING, IMPLEMENTATION, AUDITS AND QM TOOLS FROM A SINGLE SOURCE
PeRoBa GmbH Munich is a service provider with many years of experience in quality management, especially in the automotive and mechanical engineering sectors. We help with all important standards (VDA6.3, IATF 16949,...) on the way to certification or re-certification. We also work closely with universities and research institutes. Managing Director Dr Scherb teaches as a lecturer at the Hamburger Fern-Hochschule, the FOM in Munich and is also a speaker at the TÜV-Süd Akademie, the Bildungswerk der Bayerischen Wirtschaft and many other institutions.