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Yves Van Nuland PhD

Yves Van Nuland PhD

Yves Van Nuland has a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Leuven (Belgium) (1977) . He worked at the Belgian FDA (1978). Next, he was laboratory and quality manager at PRB (chemical industry) (1979-1988) and quality manager at UCB Chemicals in Brussels (1989-1994). As a self-employed consultant-trainer, he supports his customers on subjects such as excellence models (EFQM and MBA), Business Process Management, KPIs and company culture. He is coauthor and editor of the book “Excellent, A guide for the implementation of the EFQM Excellence model” and “Validating a Best Practice.” He is a trainer and senior consultant at Comatech Ltd, Belgium and QMS Germany, and an expert in management methods.

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Coworkers celebrating some good news in a factory.
Management

Motivation at the Workplace

Everyone senses when motivation is not functioning as desired, but it is difficult to begin addressing it.
Van Nuland
Yves Van Nuland PhD
June 28, 2025

This paper examines employee motivation, using the Prima method to identify causes and symptoms of low motivation. It offers practical solutions and emphasizes the importance of implementing actionable plans to improve the workplace.


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Conference room meeting with a diverse group of people, using laptops and one tablet.
Management

Improvement of Internal Communication and KPIs

Everyone senses when internal communication is not functioning as desired, but no one can pinpoint exactly what needs to be addressed first.
Van Nuland
Yves Van Nuland PhD
February 19, 2025

Many companies utilize KPIs but overlook their role in improving internal communication. This paper examines how proper KPI implementation can enhance collaboration and communication within teams, addressing both task outcomes and interpersonal relationships.


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Management ChatGPT Feature. World map on digital futuristic surface.
Management | Artificial Intelligence

Testing how useful AI is for management and quality professionals

How helpful can artificial intelligence (AI) be for management and quality professionals?
Van Nuland
Yves Van Nuland PhD
Grace L Duffy MBA, LSSMBB
January 30, 2024

Explore how AI can revolutionize country management models. Discover the results of our test on ChatGPT 3.5. Learn about the potential and limitations of AI for management and quality professionals.


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Management

(PM)2–Method: Learn More About the Basics of KPI Management

Van Nuland
Yves Van Nuland PhD
Grace L Duffy MBA, LSSMBB
March 1, 2022

This (PM)2 method can be applied to any organization, public or private, and contributes to the better management of a country as described by the authors in our SAC-Model. 


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two people in hard hats in a factory setting

Assessment of a Best Practice

The goal is to achieve excellent results.
Van Nuland
Yves Van Nuland PhD
Grace L Duffy MBA, LSSMBB
May 7, 2021

In management literature you will often encounter the concept of a best practice. However, until recently no method was available to assess a best practice. 


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