Dr. Kaoru Ishikawa was a pioneering Japanese expert in Total Quality Management and industrial engineering. He is best known for developing the Ishikawa (fishbone) diagram, a key tool in root cause analysis. Dr. Ishikawa’s extensive work in Total Total Quality Management(TQM) has had a profound impact on manufacturing and service industries worldwide. As a professor at the University of Tokyo and a key figure in the Japanese Union of Scientists and Engineers (JUSE), he educated countless professionals on quality control principles. His influential book, “Introduction to Quality Control,” remains a foundational text in the field. Dr. Ishikawa’s contributions have earned him global recognition and numerous awards, solidifying his legacy as a leading figure in quality management.