One of the most important elements of Six Sigma is that unlike many other quality management methodologies, it verifies improvement in terms of numbers. The use of measurement and statistics
The purpose of the Define Stage is to define the problem, agree on the goals, and listen to the voice of the customer. The basic steps in the Define Stage
In our second edition of “Why You Should” we’re going to discuss another process improvement certification called 5S. Many times people think of 5S as an offshoot of Six Sigma,
The Six Sigma Yellow Belt is a support role on a Six Sigma project. They work with Green Belts during the Define, Measure, and Analyze stage of the DMAIC process
Six Sigma Black Belts need a lot of tools at their disposal. Large organizations which are spearheading multi-million dollar projects will typically invest heavily in Six Sigma tools so that
Today we will discuss Six Sigma certification eligibility requirements and what you need to know before selecting a certification provider. Your Six Sigma certification eligibility will depend heavily on the
Six Sigma Certification Combinations In today’s competitive job market, pursuing professional growth and career advancement has become more critical than ever. As industries evolve, technology advances, and global markets shift,
One question we hear a lot at the Management and Strategy Institute is which books do we recommend for Six Sigma Training and Certification preparation. In the world of Six
Payroll Waste in Government A Call for Efficiency and Accountability Inefficient payroll processes have long plagued government agencies at various levels, leading to significant payroll waste. These issues, including errors,
TQM is an integrative management philosophy for the continuous improvement of product and process quality: Total – Quality Management involves everyone and all tasks and activities of a company. Quality – Degree
Measurement Systems Analysis is designed to improve the process when the apparent variation is caused by variations in the measuring system. Measurement systems are subject to variation and error. The
Occasionally we’re asked what’s the difference between getting a certification through MSI and getting a certification through IASSC. This article will explain the difference so that you can decide which
Six Sigma is a data-driven approach to process improvement that aims to minimize defects and variations, ultimately leading to enhanced product quality and efficiency. At the heart of Six Sigma
The idea of self-certification comes up occasionally so I thought we’d discuss the idea of self-certification, and if it’s a real option. What we’re really taking about when we talk
Design for Six Sigma uses a product development process which is similar to a map of the expectations of what will happen with a product throughout its life cycle. The
This book by Richard J. Schonberger is a fantastic book on the process improvement method, regardless of your experience level. In the preface of the book, Mr. Schonberger discusses how
Kaizen Events are relatively simple in format and can be used to make significant improvements when continually applied within your organization. Each of the major components has subcomponents and parts.
Critical Path Analysis Within every workflow or production path, there are core elements that are essential to its success. These elements are critical. When you look at the current state
We recently had a customer ask us if he could get Six Sigma certified, even though he was unemployed. He then said he was told by several people that “you
Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) uses the Six Sigma methodology to develop new products, services, or processes.Six Sigma and Lean typically focus on improvement of existing products, services, or processes.
Process Capability This article will explore process capability and how to calculate Cp and Cpk, two essential metrics used in Six Sigma methodologies. What is Process Capability? Process capability is
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