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The Marriage of SOA and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS)

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Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and Service-oriented Architecture (SOA) are two closely related concepts whose proximity is explored surprisingly rarely, even today. An organization can benefit significantly from applying both to its workflow, but some consideration has to be taken with regards to how they both combine in a typical working environment. It’s important to […]

[VIDEO] PDCA Is About Innovation

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PDCA is all about innovation! By using a methodical approach to problem solving, PDCA is one of the most valued tools available to Lean Manufacturing. When applied properly, PDCA creates a culture of innovation throughout the manufacturing process. It prevents decision paralysis, and methodically moves improvement forward through measured trial and error.  Watch this educational video on PDCA! […]

Introduction to Hypothesis Testing in Six Sigma

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Hypothesis testing is easier than it sounds. In its most basic form, it relates to a method that can be used to to make a rational decision in relation to the reality of effects. At first, this may still sound rather complex to some, so we need to examine things more closely to clarify a […]

3 Ways to Avoid Revenue Leaks with Six Sigma

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Revenue leakage has become a very real concern for thousands of businesses across the world, costing them billions of dollars every year in lower net revenues. If these leaks are left unchecked, they could have a profound negative impact on your business, leaving your profit margins suffering a slow “death through a thousand paper cuts.” […]

Six Sigma Best Practices in Shared Services Organizations

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Working in a company that provides shared services can make it challenging to ensure that everyone has fair and sufficient access to the services in question. Things can become particularly difficult when those services are critical to everyone’s success, and when you want to make sure that the job flows smoothly and without any interruptions, […]

[VIDEO] The Simplicity and Effectiveness of Visual Management

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Visual Management is one of the simplest, most effective tools of Lean manufacturing, but often overlooked. The key to success is simplicity. If anyone were to walk through your manufacturing operation, they should visually be able to understand how the operation is performing. It should be clear and concise. Check out this educational video on […]

5 Ways Lean Six Sigma Can Improve the Hotel Industry

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Lean and Six Sigma have quickly become two of the most important methods to gauge business process quality in many industries, helping organizations attain higher effectiveness and improved operational efficiency. Both of these are vital aspects within the hospitality industry, giving a hotel a competitive advantage thanks to great customer service, the desired guest experience […]

Taguchi Methods and How They Apply to Manufacturing

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The Taguchi methods can be seen in many industries nowadays, and they’ve become an integral part of the optimization strategies of many companies. And yet, despite the fact that they tend to be so popular in a diverse range of fields – including even areas like biotech – it’s important to recognize the actual origins […]