White House Statement on
the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Improvement Act
of 1987
The
President has signed H.R. 812, the Malcolm Baldrige
National Quality Improvement Act of 1987, which establishes an awards program
that will provide special recognition for companies demonstrating high
achievement in improving the quality of their goods or services. Improved
quality enhances productivity, lowers costs, and increases profitability. These
components are essential to the well-being of the Nation's economy and its
ability to compete effectively.
The
President felt this award should be named for the late Secretary of Commerce,
Malcolm Baldrige. As Secretary of Commerce and as a
successful businessman, he practiced the kind of management the award will
promote: close attention to the needs of the customer and emphasis on
delivering quality products and services.
Note: H.R. 812, approved
August 20, was assigned Public Law No. 100 - 107.