Cross-functional management
Subtitle: principles and practical applications
By: Kenji Kurogane, editor in chief.
Contributors: Kurogane, Kenji.
Publisher: Asian Productivity Organization; Quality Resources [distributor]
Published: 1993
Place of publication: Tokyo, Japan; White Plains, N.Y
Language: eng
Number of pages: 253
Subjects: Total quality management.; Communication in management.; Management -- Japan.
Description: "...Describes the philosophy and implementation of cross-functional management in regard to new product development, quality assurance, cost control, and delivery control. The text identifies the importance of creating companywide consensus, establishing committees and councils to define the responsibilities for each department, and involving top managers in the promotion of cross-functional practices. Numerous case studies ... including Toyota Motor Corporation, illustrate the successful application of cross-functional management in a variety of industry settings."--Book jacket.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 66-67) and index.
Translation of: Kinobetsu kanri katsuyo no jissai.