QUALITY RESOURCES AND STANDARD EQUIPMENT OF LISTED TABLE WATER PRODUCING COMPANIES IN RIVERS STATE

Abstract

The research examined quality resources and standard equipment of listed table water producing companies in Rivers State. Cross sectional survey design was used for the study. The accessible population derived was 9 listed public agencies which give total respondents of 176 through the census and purposive technique. However instrument used for data collection was a structured questionnaire after validated by the supervisors, and the instrument was reliable through the test of Cronbach alpha at 0.70. Univariate and bivariate analysis were carried out using the Spearman Rank Order Correlation coefficient at a 0.05 level of significance. The data retrieved was analyzed. Result shown that quality resources have a positive significant correlation with standard equipment. Therefore, the study concluded that quality resources enhance standard equipment). Thus, the researcher recommended that Management of the table water producing companies should establish clear production plans that integrate quality standards at every stage, from sourcing raw materials to final finishing, minimizing waste and maximizing profitability.