William Edwards is an American economist known for his contributions to the field of economics, particularly in the areas of quality management and organizational behavior. He is best recognized for developing the concept of the Total Quality Management (TQM) approach, which emphasizes continuous improvement and customer satisfaction in business processes. Edwards is also famous for his work on the Deming Cycle, a framework for improving processes through a systematic approach of planning, doing, checking, and acting. His ideas have significantly influenced modern management practices and have been widely adopted in various industries to enhance productivity and efficiency.