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· Quality means full filling customer requirements dissatisfied. Exposed requirements are true needs of customers
· Function shows what should be done and are collected by inquiring them. Finally, the exciting
· Deployment shows who will do it and when [17]. requirements are those whose presence make customers excited.
These requirements can be analyzed through Kano model which
Quality function deployment (QFD) is a strategy for improving is presented in fig 3[3].
the quality of new products or services so that the satisfaction of
customers can be enhanced [13]. QFD has also been developed QFD has been deployed in a variety of applications. For
into a technique for controlling the design process [7]. It has example, Kioumars Paryani (2010) [12], shows the QFD
been argued that house of quality (HOQ) is the main tool of application in a five-star hotel to find out the services demanded
QFD [22]. House of quality matrix (HOQ) is a correlation by the customer in hospitality industry. Paryani proposed
between customer requirements and technical characteristic. It SERVQUAL structure for identifying the main customer
interprets the demanded service quality of a product into real or requirements. By using a structured analytic hierarchy process
vague service quality characteristics [19]. HOQ consists of six (AHP) questionnaire, the customer importance levels were
stages namely (i) requirements of customers (HOW), (ii) obtained. The AHP analysis was used to develop ratio scale
technical solutions (WHO), (iii) relationship matrix between numbers for the importance ratings. Executing the
customer requirements and technical solutions (relationship recommended action plans at the final stage of the QFD process
matrix), (iv) correlation among technical solutions correlation resulted in measurable improvements in the services provided
matrix, (v) technical matrix and (vi) planning matrix. The by the hotel. Lincoln C. Wood (2015) [24], shows the
standard framework of HOQ is shown in fig.2 [14]. implementation of QFD in construction industry by focusing the
customer demands that can affect the design of the green
hospital. This paper shows the QFD, which is used for develop
the green hospital which is known as “The House of Quality
Green Design (HOQGD)”.Figure 4. Framework of House
ofQuality [20] In 2016 Dariush Mohamadi Zanjirani [26],
shows the development of QFD model for prioritize the
customer requirements in e-banking sector. The design of QFD
has extended from customers' needs to the functions provided by
the bank for e-banking. The highest scores of quality dimensions
of e-banking services based on e-banking functions
includesystem security and protection of customers'
information (confidentiality), speed and ease of use of service.
In 2016 Mehmet A. Gündüz[8], applied QFD technique for
determining the quality characteristic for the inner and outer
members of higher education which includes students, student
families, academic and administrative staff. The study led
Figure.2 Kano Model [3] among 100 understudies, 30 understudies' relatives, and 30
scholastic and authoritative staff. Physical, academic and access
qualification considered as a quality characteristic for the higher
education.The review demonstrates that among the partners and
ability of scholastic staff the understudy relatives have the
mostastounding significance for the quality variables.
Mohd Fairuz Bin Suliman [4], shows the solution of problem
occur in car wiper. Customers' requirements are collected
through the survey. With the help of results the house of quality
is developed and the shows the product characteristics which are
demanded by the customers. The design of new car wiper can
help the customers to solve the problem.
Robin Rawlings-Quinn [18], Marketing manager, of Intertape
Polymer Group, shows how QFD was used for developing a new
heat activated tape product and give suggestions for
implementation of QFD process.
Selim Zaim[20], this study shows the two approaches to
Figure 3. Framework of House of Quality [14] developing a new product (shampoo) using QFD . In the first
approach, conventional QFD technique was used to develop a
Customer requirements are the prime focus of the house of quality plan for a new shampoo. The fuzzy approach was used in
quality; therefore, it has become necessary for the organization second stage. This approach fixated on the use of probability
to tune up their facilities according to the requirements of the hypothesis created to show the uncertainty. At the last phase,
customers. Customer requirements are classified into three these two methodologies have been contrasted and each other.
types namely (i) expected requirements, (ii) exposed
requirements, and (iii) exciting requirements. Expected 3. OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY
requirements are the basic requirements which customers The objective of this study is to provide higher quality service to
usually do not pay attention but their absence makesthem the customer and at a lower cost. It will give the following
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framework to future outline and upgrades in services. Some of requirement may help another related requirement and
the objectives are as follows: influence it in a positive way. Then again, attempting to
• To identify the customer expectations regarding product and enhance one requirement may negatively affect the other
service provided in the gymnasium. necessity. The correlation matrix is a triangular table. "How"
• To determine the gap between customer expectation and is coordinated by setting up the relationship between the
available service. majority of the components.
• To develop suitable action to fill the gap as identified in 6. Finally, the house of quality is created. The house of quality
above objectives. interprets the voice of the customer into technical
• To improve the service quality provided in the gymnasium. characteristic that meet the particular target values and match
• To analyze the factors which contribute to the effectiveness those against how an organization will meet the requirement.
of customer satisfaction.
5. D E V E L O P M E N T O F H O Q M O D E L F O R
4. METHODOLOGY ADOPTED GYMNASIUM: A CASE STUDY
In this paper voice of the customer is taken from the gymnasium This case study has been done in gymnasium located in SGSITS,
of SGSITS, Indore to identifying the desire and key problem Indore. In this work, questionnaires were prepared and
areas in the gymnasium. The procedure followed in building the distributed to the members to find out their needs. Appropriate
house of quality are as follows [15]: engineering characteristics were found out from the customer
1. It is improbable for an organization to fulfill majority of its attribute which is shown in the
customers' requirements at the same time. Along these lines,
it is important to organize the requirements that are to be met S. Voice of S. Voice of
inside a planning cycle deliberately. Utilizing an organized No. Customer No. Customer
poll for customers comprising understudies, faculties of the 1 Personal 14 Rest place
college, staff of gymnasium and so forth were solicited to Trainers
rate the importance of the facilities provided in gymnasium. 2 Staff 15 Washroom
Along these lines, it was conceivable to analyze which Availability
quality attributes are more critical for full filling or
3 Range of 16 TVs
surpassing customers' expectations. The rate of importance
is a rating of the customer requests on a size of 1 to 5. On this dumbbells
scale 5 indicates most imperative and 1 means generally low 4 Good 17 Music
significance. The customer ought to appoint these equipment
evaluations. Mean of the characteristics is ascertained and Condition
properties were positioned likewise [20]. 5 Cardiovascular 18 Lighting
2. Engineering characteristics in view of satisfying customer Equipment
requirements are gathered from specialists of the fitness 6 Weight 19 Ventilation
industries which specifically influence the client
Machines
discernment.
7 Gymnasium 20 Mirrors
3. Relationships developed between the customer's voice and
Cleanliness
technical characteristics are not generally 1:1, there are
unpredictable connections. A solitary plan prerequisite may 8 Locker Room 21 Drinking
have an impact on a few of the customer's necessities. Cleanliness water
Connections amongst "What" and "How"; characterized by 9 Cardiovascular 22 Referral
three quality levels: weak relation, medium relation, and area From
strong relation. Friend
4. The strong relation expresses the relative importance of 10 Free weight 23 Atmosphere
every customer ("What") and technical characteristic area
("How") to full filling the coveted objective. "What" relative
criticalness is built up through an assessment by the 11 Stretch area 24 Gymnasium
customer. The relative scale utilized (1-20) ought to be set up Security
so that customer importance is viewed as more critical the 12 Locker rooms 25 Air
bigger the number seems to be. For each column ("How"), Conditioner
the ("What") importance level is multiplied by the 13 Changing
corresponding weighting. This makes a value for every rooms
connection amongst customer and design requirement. The
Table 1: Voice of Customer
importance of the technical characteristic ("How") is
registered by including the qualities together. The · The relative scale utilized (1-20) so that client significance is
significance level of "How" approximates the most viewed as more noteworthy the bigger the number may be.
imperative design requirements for consumer satisfaction. For every column ("How"), the ("What") importance level is
3. The roof of the house is intended to cross associate the multiplied by the relative weightage. This makes a value for
"HOWs" against each other with the goal that plan strife and every connection amongst customer requirements and
integral qualities can be distinguished. Numerous technical technical characteristic. The significance of the technicalZ
requirements are interrelated. Attempting to enhance one characteristic ("How") is registered by adding the values
together. The technical characteristics are shown in table 2.
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S. Technical
No. Characteristic
1 Area
2 Infrastructure
3 Maintenance
4 Electricity
5 CCTV
6 Surrounding /Location
7 No. of Equipment’s
8 Basic Amenities
9 Finance /Investment
10 Hospitality
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6. CALCULATION OF RELATIVE IMPORTANCE OF · The basic infrastructure which includes Floors, mirror,
TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTIC: ceilings, walls etc. should be carefully considered. Standard
All technical characteristic require a weight to be computed. ventilation should be available so that the problem of
The weight is made up of the weighted sum of the elements in sweating during a workout could be avoided. Air
the column corresponding to a technical characteristic conditioners can also be used for the more comfortable
multiplied by the VOC Importance in that row. interior environment.
Strong Relationship (●): 3
Medium Relationship (o):2 · The area of gymnasium should be carefully selected because
Weak Relationship (? ): 1 it includes Stretch area, Free weight area, cardiovascular
area etc. so that every exercise can be done freely.
In the first technical characteristic, for example, the Relative
Importance = (15 x2) + (16x3) + (17x3) + (19x1) + (10x1) + · In one slot a limited number of members should be allowed
(11x3)+ (14x3) + (12x3) + (3x3) + (7x3) + (2x2) + (9x3) + for limited time slots so that other members doesn't have to
(20x1) + (9 x2) + (5x3)=383. Weights for all specifications were wait in queue for their turn to use the facilities.
computed likewise. · Only acquisition of new high-end equipment creates the
The relationships between “What” and “How”; defined by three finance problem but optimum utilization of the available
strength levels: weak relation (? ), medium relation (○ ) and resources in the gymnasium through timely maintenance
strong relation (● ). An empty column indicates no relationship could be of advantageous in the long run for fulfilling the
between the client and design requirements. demands of fitness enthusiasts.
7. RESULT & DISCUSSION · A warm welcome to members and friendly executives makes
QFD model makes it clear that major problem in the the day for any member so the staff behavior should be polite
gymnasium is regarding the infrastructure and area of the and helpful.
gymnasium. The following are some discussion and solutions · Gymnasium ought to offer well-ordered fitness guiding in
to satisfy the need of the customer. picking the correct strategy and practice to body get an
immaculate exercise.
Importance Voice of Customer Technical Relative
Ranking Characteristic Importance
1 Drinking Water Infrastructure 406
2 Gym Cleanliness Area 383
3 Mirrors Finance / Investment 379
4 Weight Machines Maintenance 378
5 Good equipment Condition No. of Equipment’s 353
6 Cardiovascular Equipment Surrounding/Location 275
7 Range of dumbbells Electricity 263
Table 4: Important Voice of Customer and its Technical characteristic
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