https://www.youtube.com/embed/_HUhknLkZEM If you’ve applied for a job recently, you know how difficult it can be to land an interview. Sometimes, you may be up against hundreds of other candidates who
Three Froms of Waste MUDA, MURA, and MURI In the realm of manufacturing and process optimization, a trio of Japanese concepts, often denoted by their concise names – MUDA, MURA,
The Management and Strategy Institute (MSI) is a Pennsylvania based company, located in the Philadelphia region. We offer all of our Six Sigma certification programs online, allowing you to take
Why You Should Get Your Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification Organizations relentlessly pursue excellence in their operations to thrive and stay ahead. Achieving this level of operational excellence is
Depending on the type of training you need, there are many coupons available for Six Sigma Certification programs. Whether you plan to take an expensive classroom based training program or take
In January, we wrote an article on the books we recommend for Six Sigma Certification. While those books are great for digging deep into the concepts of Six Sigma, they don’t
At its core, Six Sigma follows the DMAIC framework: Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control. Here, we will delve into the “Analyze” stage of DMAIC, which is pivotal in identifying
At the Management and Strategy Institute, we have deep respect for our country’s veterans.If fact, MSI is veteran owned! MSI certifies thousands of military personnel every year. Whether they stay
One of the most important elements of Six Sigma is that unlike many other quality management methodologies, it verifies improvement in terms of numbers. The use of measurement and statistics
The purpose of the Define Stage is to define the problem, agree on the goals, and listen to the voice of the customer. The basic steps in the Define Stage
In our second edition of “Why You Should” we’re going to discuss another process improvement certification called 5S. Many times people think of 5S as an offshoot of Six Sigma,
The Six Sigma Yellow Belt is a support role on a Six Sigma project. They work with Green Belts during the Define, Measure, and Analyze stage of the DMAIC process
Six Sigma Black Belts need a lot of tools at their disposal. Large organizations which are spearheading multi-million dollar projects will typically invest heavily in Six Sigma tools so that
Today we will discuss Six Sigma certification eligibility requirements and what you need to know before selecting a certification provider. Your Six Sigma certification eligibility will depend heavily on the
Six Sigma Certification Combinations In today’s competitive job market, pursuing professional growth and career advancement has become more critical than ever. As industries evolve, technology advances, and global markets shift,
One question we hear a lot at the Management and Strategy Institute is which books do we recommend for Six Sigma Training and Certification preparation. In the world of Six
Payroll Waste in Government A Call for Efficiency and Accountability Inefficient payroll processes have long plagued government agencies at various levels, leading to significant payroll waste. These issues, including errors,
TQM is an integrative management philosophy for the continuous improvement of product and process quality: Total – Quality Management involves everyone and all tasks and activities of a company. Quality – Degree
Measurement Systems Analysis is designed to improve the process when the apparent variation is caused by variations in the measuring system. Measurement systems are subject to variation and error. The
Occasionally we’re asked what’s the difference between getting a certification through MSI and getting a certification through IASSC. This article will explain the difference so that you can decide which
Six Sigma is a data-driven approach to process improvement that aims to minimize defects and variations, ultimately leading to enhanced product quality and efficiency. At the heart of Six Sigma
