This article focuses on decision sciences research in China, providing an overview of
current research and developing a foundation for future China‐based research. China …

This paper presents the results of a questionnaire survey to investigate factors of quality that
are absolutely essential for successful implementation in Palestinian organizations. Out of a …

Purpose–The purpose of the paper is to determine the impact of cultural values on the
success of TQM implementation in Isfahan University Hospitals (IUHs), Iran, 2004 …

The Chinese construction industry has witnessed many remarkable achievements over the
past years. Yet it still suffers from many problems, including low product quality, low working …

Supplier integration has become an important concept for improving supply chain
performance. The aim of this paper is to identify factors that facilitate and inhibit supplier …

This paper presents a comparative study on the relationship between implementing total
quality management (TQM) and organisational characteristics (size, type of industry, type of …

The paper aims to investigate the effects of information technology (IT) alignment and
information sharing on operational performance in the context of supply chain. Based on the …

This study provides insight into the importance of national culture, investment in operations,
and performance in the context of emerging Asian economies with a collectivist orientation …

Purpose–The objective of this research is to investigate the success of TQM and barriers to
its successful implementation in health care services organizations in Isfahan province, Iran …

Considers the role and practices of total quality management in China. After a brief
overview, considers the evolution of quality practices and the links to economic reform in …