An Application of Total Quality Management Efficiency Model in the Korean Distribution Industry

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to analyze the efficiency of the service quality activity itself by using the DEA Model, in contrast to previous quality evaluation methods, as an attempt to evaluate the service quality activities of the distribution industry. Furthermore, by complementing the shortfalls of the weighted value of the DEA Model, it recommends a DEA/PS Model that is appropriate in the evaluation of service quality activities. Based on this model, the study proposes the SQAE Model, an evaluation tool to complement the traditional measuring method. According to the results of the analysis of 18 sample distribution businesses, there was a discrepancy by business in the results of the Traditional Scoring System and the Evaluation Measuring System. Therefore, it is most desirable to not only be active in service quality activities but also increase efficiency at the same time.

Citation

Yoo, H., Park, J. and Song, G. (2009), "An Application of Total Quality Management Efficiency Model in the Korean Distribution Industry", Asian Journal on Quality, Vol. 10 No. 1, pp. 25-36. https://doi.org/10.1108/15982680980000625