The importance of having an up-to-date resume
The importance of having an up-to-date resume Having an up-to-date resume is vital in today’s job market. It is the first impression a potential employer has of you and your qualifications, and it can make or break your chances of getting an interview. An up-to-date resume showcases your skills, experiences, and achievements and helps you […]
Six Sigma Yellow Belt consider getting their Green Belt Certification
When should a Six Sigma Yellow Belt consider getting their Green Belt Certification? A professional with a Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification should consider getting their Green Belt certification when they have a solid understanding of the essential Six Sigma tools and techniques and have been actively involved in Six Sigma projects as a Yellow […]
We asked ChatGPT to fix a production process for a manufacturer
We asked ChatGPT to fix a production process for a manufacturer. If you haven’t heard of ChatGTP, you will soon. It is a new AI that generates remarkably good responses to questions and general prompts from its users. It isn’t perfect, but it gives reasonably accurate answers to questions about any subject. There is a […]
MSI Member Spotlight Dr Henry Oh
MSI Member Spotlight – Dr. Henry Oh Dr. Henry Oh is the Executive Director and Department Chair for Health Occupations at Idaho State University. He is also an MSI Fellow and Six Sigma Champion certification holder. Dr. Oh is currently working towards several additional MSI certifications and is a Continuous Improvement Professional Award winner. Professor […]
How Can A Company Standardize Its Processes
How can a company standardize its processes? Standardizing processes is essential for companies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase the consistency of their products and services. By identifying and documenting the most effective ways of carrying out each step in a process, training employees on those methods, and monitoring and measuring performance, companies can […]
Displaced and laid off worker training
Displaced and Laid Off Worker Training Home Free Online Training and Certifications for Laid Off Workers The Management and Strategy Institute offers FREE training and certification programs for displaced workers, also referred to as dislocated workers or laid off workers. The courses that MSI offers are completed 100% online, making them easy for people to […]
Standard Deviation and Normal Distribution in Six Sigma
Standard Deviation and Normal Distribution in Six Sigma Standard deviation is a measure of dispersion, or how spread out a data set is. It is calculated by taking the square root of the variance, which is the average of the squared differences between each data point and the mean. Standard deviation is a useful measure […]
Top 3 changes you should make on your resume in 2023
Top 3 changes you should make on your resume̕ in 2023 As you embark on your job search in 2023, you may find that your resume needs a few updates to make it stand out to potential employers. Whether you’re a recent graduate or a seasoned professional, it’s important to regularly review and revise your […]
With Six Sigma, it’s all about the customer
With Six Sigma, it’s all about the customer. Six Sigma is a methodology that is used to improve business processes and reduce variability and defects. It is a data-driven approach aiming to identify and eliminate defects to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction. In this article, we will explore how Six Sigma can […]
What is the Lean Six Sigma term for mistake proofing
What is the Lean Six Sigma term for mistake proofing? Mistake proofing, also known as “poka-yoke”, is a concept developed by Japanese engineer Shigeo Shingo, and is an important part of Lean Six Sigma. Mistake proofing is a set of techniques designed to help detect, correct, and prevent errors before they reach the customer. Mistake […]