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An assessment and analysis of Investors in People in Northern Ireland organizations

Article Abstract:

Investors in People, launched by the UK, targets staff empowerment to drive performance improvements. It has identified several key issues for organizations in Northern Ireland, such as the need for analyzing post-implementation dynamics during the adoption process, reviewing an entity's environment for innovation, and correlating staff perceptions of innovation and their personal values.

Services, Northern Ireland, Public sector, Investors in People

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Self-assessment: game over?

Article Abstract:

Award and self-assessment methods of quality management require commitment to be effective. While most organizations that implement these methods demonstrate significant performance improvements, some institutions adopt them without enacting procedures or enforcing compliance. Failures resulting from this lack of commitment can foster disillusionment with quality management.

Evaluation

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The target assessment model as an international standard for self-assessment

Article Abstract:

Target assessment allows firms to specifically select areas for quality management deployment or improvement. Target elements include leadership, people, customer perception, communication and business performance. This assessment model allows areas of weakness to be easily identified, and ensures that solution development remains focused on the immediate problem.

Methods, Problem solving

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