Deming’s Journey to Profound Knowledge
How Deming Helped Win a War, Altered the Face of Industry, and Holds the Key to Our Future
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Foreword by Mark Hinkle
This is not a biography. This is a story of discovery
Part business history, part biography, part journey into deep business sense, author John Willis captures the full picture of W. Edwards Deming’s life and influence. Most importantly, it reveals the experiences that led to Deming’s greatest discovery: the System of Profound Knowledge, a collection of fundamental truths that show how any system or process can be transformed into something greater.
From the real-life Rosie the Riveter to a hacker writing US cybersecurity law, Deming’s ingenuity and system of thinking changed how we think in the modern world. This book shows how we can take that influence and continue to apply it to our own future.
- eBook Early Release August 8, 2023
- Paperback Publication Date January 16, 2023
- Pages 272
- Dimensions 6 x 9 inches
- Paperback ISBN 9781950508839
- eBook ISBN 9781950508846
- Audiobook ISBN 9781950508860
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Description
This is not a biography. This is a story of discovery.
From the birth of modern industry, to winning WWII, to Japan’s Economic Miracle, W. Edwards Deming helped shape some of the most profound moments in modern history. Deming, an American engineer and statistician, is widely recognized for his contributions to the field of quality management. But his teachings go beyond quality management; they influence not only how we work today, but also how we can continue to succeed into the future.
Part business history, part biography, part journey into deep business sense, author John Willis captures the full picture of Deming’s life and influence. Most importantly, it reveals the experiences that led to Deming’s greatest discovery: the System of Profound Knowledge, a collection of fundamental truths that show how any system or process can be transformed into something greater.
From the real-life Rosie the Riveter to a hacker writing US cybersecurity law, Deming’s ingenuity and system of thinking changed how we think in the modern world. This book shows how we can take that influence and continue to apply it to our own future.
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Details
- eBook Early Release August 8, 2023
- Paperback Publication Date January 16, 2023
- Pages 272
- Dimensions 6 x 9 inches
- Paperback ISBN 9781950508839
- eBook ISBN 9781950508846
- Audiobook ISBN 9781950508860
- Downloads & Extras
- Videos & Podcasts
Features
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Cultural Touchpoint
The legacy of W. Edwards Deming has shaped the modern business world.
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Future Utility
Deming’s legacy and history can help us tackle today’s biggest concerns.
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Deep Dive
John Willis pulls from a decade of research and 35 years of experience in the IT management industry.
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The System of Profound Knowledge
The history behind W. Edwards Deming’s greatest discovery.
About the Book
This is not a biography. This is a story of discovery
From the birth of modern industry, to winning WWII, to Japan’s Economic Miracle, W. Edwards Deming helped shape some of the most profound moments in modern history. Deming, an American engineer and statistician, is widely recognized for his contributions to the field of quality management. But his teachings go beyond quality management; they influence not only how we work today, but also how we can continue to succeed into the future.
Part business history, part biography, part journey into deep business sense, author John Willis captures the full picture of Deming’s life and influence. Most importantly, it reveals the experiences that led to Deming’s greatest discovery: the System of Profound Knowledge, a collection of fundamental truths that show how any system or process can be transformed into something greater.
From the real-life Rosie the Riveter to a hacker writing US cybersecurity law, Deming’s ingenuity and system of thinking changed how we think in the modern world. This book shows how we can take that influence and continue to apply it to our own future.
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