Table of contents
Software Reliability Prediction: Derivation of Model Parameters from Failure Data
P. MellorThe use of “fault‐counting” models with “discrete” data in the case of commercial software has considerable advantages for the vendor. The adapted Littlewood Stochastic…
Progress towards an Intelligent Computer‐Aided Risk Evaluation System
J.P. Stead, J.E. Strutt, J. BillinghamThe trend in computer‐based risk and reliability assessment is foreseen as moving away from current algorithmic methods, towards information systems built around human‐like…
The Strategic Management of Quality: A Conceptual Synthesis
Malcolm WalshVarious conceptual models are brought together to provide a comprehensive approach for the strategic management of quality at the business level. A synopsis of these models is…
Metalworking Accuracy and Small Batch Production
Peter F. McGoldrick, Alexander M. MelayThe structure presented here could be useful in the determination and presentation of the accuracy of a metal working process as determined by both surface finish and size. The…
Out of Bedlam: The New Philosophy of Management by Quality Leadership
Frank PriceBy means of a case study the traditional way of managing — managing by control — is examined, and the pitfalls are highlighted, in particular those related to quality…
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International Journal of Quality ScienceEditor:
- Professor Jiju Antony