Why You Should Add Six Sigma Certification to Your Resume

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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 are all vying for the same position. Even when you’re applying for a position within your organization, it can be challenging to set yourself apart […]

Three Forms of Waste

Types of Waste

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, and MURI – holds the key to unlocking efficiency and driving lean practices. These three forms of waste are more than just theoretical frameworks; they […]

Six Sigma Certification in Philadelphia

Philadelphia

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 your training directly from your office, without having to travel. We offer training for companies in Philadelphia as well as other cities across the country. […]

Why you should get your Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Certification

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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 where Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification comes into play.  This credential represents a significant milestone in your professional journey, signifying your expertise in process […]

Coupons for Six Sigma certification

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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 an online certification program, there are many deals to be found. Getting your certification shows perspective employers that you’ve taken the time to learn about […]

Recommended books for Six Sigma Statistics

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 cover everything you’ll need to know.  To be truly proficient in Six Sigma, you’ll need to dig deep into the world of Statistics. Fortunately, in […]

Six Sigma DMAIC – Analyze Stage

Analyze stage

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 root causes and understanding the factors contributing to process variation. The Significance of the Analyze Stage The Analyze stage is the third step in the […]

Why Veterans Should Consider Six Sigma Black Belt Professional Certification

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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 in the military and use their certification for advancement, or transfer their skills into the civilian world, having professional certifications have a positive impact on […]

Six Sigma DMAIC – Measure Stage

Measure stage

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 is a fundamental requirement of the process methodology. The “Measure” stage is the second stage of DMAIC.  In this stage, a detailed process level map […]

Six Sigma DMAIC – Define Stage

Define Stage

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 are to: Develop Project name and Purpose Complete the Project Charter Develop a High Level Process Map Identify the Process Owner, Champion, and Team Identify […]