Six Sigma, as most people in the business world have heard by now, is a program and toolkit for improving quality in manufacturing processes. Originated by Motorola in the late 1980s, the Six Sigma ...

Six Sigma principles use statistical and numeric methods to reduce the number of defects in output to an insignificant level. They emphasize simplicity of process, quality of parts and supplies, and ...

Six Sigma is largely touted in the business media. More than simply a concept, Six Sigma is a metric, a methodology, and a management system. Since its creation in 1986, it has gained such a solid ...

As a manager or executive at a small business, “Six Sigma” is probably not on your to-do list. Yet this proven methodology for quality improvement, developed at Motorola in the early 1980s and ...

A business is run on the work of different cross-functional teams with the understanding that each person adds unique expertise and skill sets. Continuing to develop those skills through ...

FORT BRAGG, N.C. (Nov. 21, 2011) -- Complex processes can lead to unintended, and multifaceted, challenges that can consume more time and money than necessary. Whether it is inventory control, the ...

Six Sigma is a data-driven approach to quality, aimed at reducing variation and the associated defects, wastes, and risks in any process. This article explores the basics of Six Sigma process quality ...

Q: We are considering using Six Sigma in my organization. Can someone who has experience with it provide some lessons learned? A: At J.P. Morgan Chase, Six Sigma is the business process reengineering ...

Which Certification Has More Value: PMP or Lean Six Sigma? People who are unsure whether to pursue Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification or Lean Six Sigma (LSS) certification often ask, ...

Eleven Million Checks: Few years ago, a Bank of America ad on TV typified the Six Sigma belief. The ad had a slogan: “We don’t process eleven million checks a day. We process one check just right, and ...