When small cost cuts finally damage quality

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Using Dell as his example, Dr. Dave explains how repeated small cost reductions can appear harmless until their combined effect crosses a threshold and changes product quality. His recommendation then depends less on naming a permanent best manufacturer than on judging which choice will cost the user least in time and frustration.

3:17 · Consulting Philosophy

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Proposed recording date: 2006-01-21. The exact broadcast date may differ.

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