Quality Circles Flashcard

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What is the primary objective of a Quality Circle in an organization?

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To encourage employee participation in problem-solving

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Which of the following HR functions can benefit most from Quality Circles? Recruitment and selection, Employee engagement and productivity improvement, Payroll processing, Legal compliance

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Employee engagement and productivity improvement

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How does a Quality Circle impact employee motivation?

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It provides a platform for employees to contribute to decision-making.

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Which HR strategy aligns best with the concept of Quality Circles? Options: Strict hierarchical decision-making, Participative management and employee involvement, Isolating employees in different departments, Reducing employee interactions

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Participative management and employee involvement

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Which of these is NOT a direct benefit of Quality Circles in HR management? Improved employee morale, Better teamwork and communication, Enhanced problem-solving skills

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Higher attrition rates

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What is the primary purpose of Quality Function Deployment (QFD) in HR?

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To align employee skills with organizational goals

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How does QFD contribute to employee training and development?

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By mapping employee skills to job requirements

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Which HR aspect can be improved using the Taguchi quality loss function? Options: Employee retention strategies, Employee vacation scheduling, Office space allocation, Break time policies

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Employee retention strategies

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Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) is essential for HR because it helps in:

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Reducing workplace injuries and ensuring employee safety

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How can TPM benefit HR policies?

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By promoting a culture of proactive problem-solving