Quality circles are , yes a small group of employees yearning to find solutions to the most minutest aspects that mar the chances of an outcome which is nearly perfect. It's a sort of brain storming circle where in all the participants will try to contribute their doubts, knowledge on a particular issue in question and also their noteworthy observations. In every sphere of activity we find these circles in one form or other. for example there are core committees in political parties, group of ministers or committee of ministers constituted for finding solution to a problem without sacrificing the welfare of people , financial committment and the political mileage . At international level we find G7 countries etc where in some select members who are very much concerned about an issue arising unexpectedly or having some yearning to better the performance in the area of common interest will participate in such groups.
The watch word is how to frame a strategy to come out with improved performance quality wise, cost effectiveness wise.