TY - JOUR AB - Discusses the principles of quality management as applied to the service industry. Considers the requirements of the product user, the elements of quality, management commitment and employee involvement, systems and processes and the importance of disciplined management, as well as a clear vision based on customer requirements. Concludes by asserting that the costs of poor service quality include reduced profits and lost business. Suggests that the benefits through total quality management are increased customer loyalty, higher market perception and longā€term business profitability. VL - 1 IS - 1 SN - 0960-4529 DO - 10.1108/EUM0000000003116 UR - https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000003116 AU - Carson John PY - 1991 Y1 - 1991/01/01 TI - The keys to quality T2 - Managing Service Quality: An International Journal PB - MCB UP Ltd SP - 19 EP - 21 Y2 - 2024/04/16 ER -