What is the function of a quality circle?

Answer 1

The function of a quality circle is to review problems that have a negative impact on a product or service. From this review they develop a new method or application that makes the product more reliable.

Answer 2

there are no monentary rewards to QC's. however there are other large gains that benefit the individual and the business.

The benefits are

• Self-Development (it assists the development of members by improving self-confidence and sense of accomplishment).
• Social Development ( Qc's are a consultative and participate programme where each member co-operates with others. this assists developing harmony.)
• Opportunity to attain knowledge (Qc members have a chance for attaining new knowledge by sharing opinions and thoughts and experience.)
• Potentail Leader ( Every member gets a chance to build up their leadership skills, in the view that any member can become a leader)
• Enhanced Communication Skills (the mutal problem solving and presentation before the management assists the members to develop their communication skills.)
• Job Satisfaction
• Healthy Work Environment