Introducing a concept for efficient design of EFQM excellence model
- 8 June 2015
- journal article
- Published by Emerald in The TQM Journal
- Vol. 27 (4), 382-396
- https://doi.org/10.1108/tqm-01-2015-0012
Abstract
Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to propose a roadmap for operationalizing EFQM excellence model based on the RADAR logic and in parallel develop a new concept for selecting the firm-specific EFQM measures based on the level of maturity and the prevailing corporate culture. Design/methodology/approach – A comprehensive review of literature leads to a clarification of the relation between EFQM measures and RADAR logic and also identification of the requirements for assessment of culture and determination of maturity level in the context of EFQM excellence model. Based on these requirements, existing culture assessment approaches and maturity assessment methods have been evaluated. Findings – The main outcome of this research is a new concept for efficient design of EFQM excellence model. This concept consist of three main parts: assessment of culture types in context of EFQM; assessment of maturity level; and design of EFQM measures based on RADAR logic. The findings are expected to reduce the effort for implementation of EFQM by designing tailored measures that fit to the existing culture and maturity level. Practical implications – The findings of this study are relevant to multinational large firms that deal with EFQM or similar excellence models. Originality/value – This paper presents a new concept for designing EFQM in the light of prevailing corporate culture and maturity level, which in one hand needs fewer resources and on the other hand it is more effective in implementation.Keywords
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