What does ‘Quality built-in’ refer to in the context of the Implementation Approach?

The concept of 'Quality built-in' emphasizes the integration of quality measures throughout the implementation process rather than treating quality as a separate or final step. In this context, it refers to a proactive approach where identifying risks and managing quality are continuous practices embedded within the entire lifecycle of a project. By adopting a total quality management approach, teams can detect and address issues early on, which helps in minimizing rework and ensuring that the deliverables meet the defined standards from the outset.

In contrast, focusing solely on formal quality assurance reviews tends to be reactive, addressing quality only at certain checkpoints rather than throughout the entire process. Contracting third-party auditors may bring in a level of external assessment but does not ensure that quality is managed continuously within the implementation. Lastly, minimizing the number of stakeholders does not inherently contribute to quality; in fact, quality can often benefit from the diverse perspectives and expertise of multiple stakeholders. Thus, embedding quality from the beginning is key to a successful implementation.