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William Scherkenbach
Longtime student and colleague of W. Edwards Deming who worked to apply Deming's ideas in U.S. industry (notably at Ford and GM) and authored books on Deming's route to quality and continual improvement.
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Jul 21, 2025
• 1h 23min
From Student to Colleague: An Insider's View of Deming's World (Part 1)
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William Scherkenbach, a longtime student and colleague of W. Edwards Deming, offers a fascinating glimpse into studying under the legendary figure. He shares personal stories of their late-night discussions and Deming's unique teaching style, combining statistics with storytelling. Scherkenbach reflects on implementing Deming's principles at Ford and GM, highlighting challenges and transformative changes. As he reenters the arena to share these teachings, his passion for continual improvement and the impact of Deming's philosophy shines brightly.
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