Implementation of Total Quality Management at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard (The National Shipbuilding Research Program)
Abstract
Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard is one of eight public shipyard engaged in the overhaul and repair of conventional and nuclear powered surface ships and submarines of the U.S. Navy. These ships. from their power plants to their sophisticated weapons systems. are consistently on the leading edge of technology. Work performed on these ships during an overhaul. maintenance or repair cycle requires personnel in the labor force whose skills encompass a variety of vocations -- engineers, machinists, accountants, welders, computer specialists, pipefitters, riggers, crane operators, and personnel specialists are but a few of the skills required. Of prime importance in ensuring success in the business is a management structure and philosophy dedicated to continuous improvement in quality. productivity and cost reduction. Recognizing that increased productivity and reduced costs are end products of quality improvement. Pearl Harbor. in April 1986. elected to adopt Dr. W. E. Deming's management fundamentals. The purpose of this presentation. therefore. is to discuss the strategy and methodology which is being used to apply Dr. Deming's principles to the complex world of ship overhaul and repair.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Aug 01, 1987
- Accession Number
- ADA454103
Entities
People
- Gerry A. Damon