Six Sigma is a methodology whose origins can be traced to manufacturing and uses metrics to determine the quality of the processes. What is its objective? To fine-tune processes to perfection. This is done by identifying faults and reducing deviations within the system. Six Sigma has been found to boost the motivation of staff, quality […]
Data Mining Applications in Healthcare
Healthcare facilities are adopting Electronic Health Records (EHR) more rapidly than ever. EHRs allow healthcare facilities to improve quality and boost efficiency through the application of data mining on large pools of data. In the 90s, organizations applied data mining for credit scoring and the detection of fraud. More healthcare providers are starting to realize […]
Understanding Product Design at HP
HP focuses on an innovative approach to product design based on the Six Sigma approach. The company calls this “The HP Method.” The company believes that there are several advantages to be gained by having a “process focus.” In addition, there is also a focus on design. When Motorola introduced the Six Sigma approach, HP was […]
[VIDEO] Vintage Jaguar Factory Tour
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Jaguar has set the standard for luxury and speed in fine motorcars since 1922. The company was founded as the Swallow Sidecar Company, making sidecars for motorcycles, before building auto bodies. Over the years, Jaguar quickly became the name known for quality, luxury and speed. Through several decades of growth, the brand developed through several […]
[VIDEO] Great Eastern Cutlery Factory Tour
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Since 2006, Great American Cutlery has built the reputation for making the finest quality traditional pocket knives in the US. Located in historic Titusville, PA, the brand focuses on a hands-on process which yields the most beautiful and high quality pocket knives on the market. Their products exceed expectations from customers by producing a product […]
3 Advantages of Incorporating Big Data in LSS Projects
Big data is all around us, and as more and more is being said on the subject, it seems like some people are significantly behind the times with regards to their adoption of this technology. Which is a shame, because incorporating big data is easily one of the best things that can be done to […]
Getting Lean: 7 Types of Waste in the Education Process
The concept of the ‘seven deadly wastes’ is one of the cornerstones of the lean methodology, and forms a part of a vital toolkit which every professional should be familiar with. If you are able to identify the impact that the seven wastes have on your workplace, then you can start to take the initial […]
How to Use DMAIC for Capacity Management
Capacity management refers to the management of an organization’s resource limits, which may include office and manufacturing spaces, inventory, labor force and raw materials among others. In addition, capacity management measures the capacity of a company’s processes such as marketing and product development. It also looks at what restraints may be placed on capacity if […]
Using the 5S Tool to Organize the School Workplace
Teaching is one of the most important professions in the world. This is why, as a teacher, you should have a classroom which is a reflection of the highest teaching standards as well as the embodiment of a hard-working, safe and comfortable environment for your students to receive knowledge. “How do I get there?” you […]
5 Benefits of Standard Work
Standard work is a common practice used by many who apply lean and Six Sigma into their workflow, and it has many benefits that can be realized by pretty much every organization out there. It’s important to study the implications of standard work and consider its integration into your own company’s workflow if you want […]
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