Most Six Sigma projects follow the DMAIC model – Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control as is often discussed in online Six Sigma training. These steps are followed in order. But how does a Six Sigma practitioner who has completed Lean Six Sigma training know when the team can move on from e.g. the Define phase […]
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Sigma Level : The Most Important Statistical Term in Six Sigma
The Six Sigma approach is a data-driven approach to problem-solving. Since we’re working with data, it is natural that we will work with statistics as you will learn in any reputable Six Sigma Green Belt training. There is one particular statistical term that is critical for Six Sigma and for understanding a process based on […]
6 Steps to Build a House of Quality – Six Sigma Approach
The QFD House of Quality, or Quality Function Deployment QFD, is a useful tool that Six Sigma Black Belt practitioners use during the Define phase of the DMAIC cycle of Six Sigma projects. The topic can be briefly discussed in Green Belt training or sometimes on online free Six Sigma courses. However, the House of […]
What Is Quality Function Deployment (QFD) and Why Do We Use It?
Quality function deployment is a LEAN technique that is a little out of scope for Six Sigma Green Belt practitioners and more useful for Black Belt practitioners. Yet, it is a powerful tool to design processes or products according to customer requirements. Quality function deployment is abbreviated as QFD. It fits into the Define phase […]
7 Steps to Create SIPOC Diagram in Six Sigma
In a Six Sigma project, the SIPOC diagram is one of the important tools in the Six Sigma DEFINE phase of the DMAIC framework. In Lean Six Sigma Green Belt course, and even in free Lean Six Sigma course, you will learn that it is an acronym that stands for Suppliers, Inputs, Process, Outputs, and […]