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Six SigmaDefinition Six Sigma seeks to identify and resolve the causes of defects and errors in engineering and business processes. It uses a set of quality management methods, including statistical methods, and creates a special infrastructure of people within the organization who are experts in these methods. Each 6 Sigma project carried out within an organization follows a defined sequence of steps and has quantified financial targets.
History Motorola developed 6 Sigma in response to a challenge from their management to reduce product failures.
Although, Motorola is credited with the creation of the practices, many believe they evolved from earlier methodologies like, Quality Control and Zero Defects.
Key Concepts The goal is to improve customer satisfaction and profitability through the reduction of defects.
The framework for this improvement are
6 Sigma and SCM Much in the same way that SCM helps in supporting CMM and CMMI, SCM best practices a provide strong foundation in supporting continuous process improvements. In addition, 6 Sigma will help in identifying weak and problem areas in you SCM processes. 6 Sigma.us offers courses, training and certification in Green Belt, Black Belt, Master Black Belt, Champion and Lean 6 Sigma certification.
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