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THE STUDY EVALUATES THE USE OF TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT (TQM) IN RELATION TO BUSINESS LINE, FIRM SIZE, AND YEARS OF TQM EXPERIENCE

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190–200
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2025-06-30
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The findings reveal a significant disparity in the level of TQM application based on company size, whereas no notable differences were observed regarding the years of experience in implementing TQM.

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Objective & Hypothesis:This study primarily aimed to examine the implementation of Total Quality Management (TQM) in relation to business line, company size, and years of experience in applying TQM within industrial companies in Iraq.
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Key Findings & Data:To highlight the significance of TQM applications in industrial organizations in Iraq, similar to those in other global contexts, this study sought to explore the relationship between TQM implementation and company performance in Iraq.
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Conclusion & Impact:The findings reveal a significant disparity in the level of TQM application based on company size, whereas no notable differences were observed regarding the years of experience in implementing TQM.
🔬Design:Araştırma Makalesi
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⚙️Variables:Quality Management Dimensions · Company Size · Years of Experience

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This study primarily aimed to examine the implementation of Total Quality Management (TQM) in relation to business line, company size, and years of experience in applying TQM within industrial companies in Iraq. To highlight the significance of TQM applications in industrial organizations in Iraq, similar to those in other global contexts, this study sought to explore the relationship between TQM implementation and company performance in Iraq. Additionally, it aimed to investigate how TQM application correlates with performance outcomes in Iraqi firms. The findings reveal a significant disparity in the level of TQM application based on company size, whereas no notable differences were observed regarding the years of experience in implementing TQM.

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Mousa, H. H. (2025). THE STUDY EVALUATES THE USE OF TOTAL QUALITY MANAGEMENT (TQM) IN RELATION TO BUSINESS LINE, FIRM SIZE, AND YEARS OF TQM EXPERIENCE. Türkiye Mesleki ve Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi - JOVOSST, Cilt: 7 Sayı: 19 Özel Sayı, 190–200. https://ajindex.com/articles/1664791

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