Can you Six Sigma certify yourself?
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
January 19, 2017
DFSS Deployment Strategy
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
January 18, 2017
DFSS and the Product Development Process
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
January 17, 2017
Kaizen Events
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.
January 12, 2017
Lean Analysis Tools
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
January 11, 2017
Can I get a six sigma certification if I’m unemployed?
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
January 10, 2017
What is Design for Six Sigma (DFSS)
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.
January 9, 2017
Process Capability
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
January 6, 2017
Best Jobs in America and the connection to Quality
Periodically the Management and Strategy Institute updates this article with some of the newest jobs focused on QUALITY from the 100 Best Jobs list from US News. As expected, many
January 5, 2017
Selecting Lean Six Sigma Projects
Lean Six Sigma projects are most often chosen by an organization through a link to the overall strategy of the organization and the return on investment for a project. There
January 4, 2017
What is Kaizen?
Kaizen is a Japanese word which means Change for the Good. In short, it is a term used today for Continuous Improvement. The meaning was initially used as a Japanese
January 1, 2017
Military Veterans using certifications to find jobs
Transitioning from a career in the military to the civilian workforce can be a daunting task. Military veterans bring a wealth of skills and experiences to the table, but translating
December 16, 2016
How many belts are there in six sigma certification?
Today we’re going to break down the different belts in Six Sigma and discuss exactly what each belt is designed to do and the holder should understand. Six Sigma uses
December 15, 2016