The
Problem
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the
Solution. To make significant gains in performance improvement, we will require better methods and models for improving performance The best way to advance performance improvement methods is through research This chapter looks at research methods best suited for advancing performance improvement This knowledge also serves to make professionals better consumers of performance improvement research
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