Six Sigma Green Belt Archives - 6sigma https://6sigma.com/category/six-sigma-green-belt/ Six Sigma Certification and Training Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:19:20 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://6sigma.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/cropped-favicon-blue-68x68.png Six Sigma Green Belt Archives - 6sigma https://6sigma.com/category/six-sigma-green-belt/ 32 32 Career Opportunities for Six Sigma Green Belts https://6sigma.com/career-opportunities-for-six-sigma-green-belts/ https://6sigma.com/career-opportunities-for-six-sigma-green-belts/#respond Tue, 18 May 2021 13:40:12 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=27781 For many, the journey to becoming an expert in Six Sigma is getting certified as a Green Belt or higher. But today, we gonna talk about how being a Six Sigma Green Belt holder will allow you to take on larger challenges and roles in process improvement.

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For many, the journey to becoming an expert in Six Sigma is getting certified as a Green Belt or higher. But today, we gonna talk about how being a Six Sigma Green Belt holder will allow you to take on larger challenges and roles in process improvement.

A Six Sigma Green Belt career can be both, demanding and rewarding, and can comprise a variety of career options. The certification carries considerable weight in the business community and gives individuals an edge in obtaining designations with some of the world’s most respected organizations.

The principles of Six Sigma are widely recognized, such that any skilled individual is aggressively sought-after and highly valued. Whether you plan to board on the Six Sigma Green Belt career path or use Green Belt certification as a stepping stone to a higher level of proficiency, professionals should consider their options thoroughly and understand what types of job opportunities the course opens up. And for such, we are compiling a list of roles where Green Belt holders can accommodate themselves.

But first, let’s take a look into the Six Sigma Green Belt.

Six Sigma Green Belt

Yellow belt training opens you up to what Six Sigma is all about and what it can help achieve an organization. Green Belt takes it to next level. Individuals working on Green Belt are aspirants who want to become world leaders in their field. They are experts in DMAIC, a foundational process in Six Sigma

DMAIC stands for:

  • DEFINE: Defining a challenge and building a case for why and how to change it.
  • MEASURE: Setting goals, calculating performance standards and ensuring new processes contribute to an organization’s overall effectiveness.
  • ANALYZE: Learning data to find issues such as process redundancy.
  • IMPROVE: Creating, implementing and sustaining process improvement measures, and also creating standards to measure their effectiveness.
  • CONTROL: Adjusting new processes to ensure all goals are met.

Work Role:

Green Belts often work directly under Black Belt’s leadership. They mostly collect data and do analysis work. Sometimes, they will supervise and receive assistance from Yellow Belts too.

Career Paths:

Green Belt certification holders have a comprehensive understanding of the basic tenets of Six Sigma and apply its principles to their work on a daily basis. Common positions suited for Green Belts include mid-to-upper-level project management, process engineering, consultation, and manufacturing engineering.
Generally, the highest-level leadership positions are reserved for the Six Sigma Green Belt and above. The Green Belt sets individuals apart from non-certified applicants vying for positions that require a higher level of certification if and when they decided to pursue an executive leadership position.

Here’s a list of career roles a Green Belt holder can look into:

  • Lean Six Sigma Consultant
  • Lead Manufacturing Engineer
  • Process Development Engineer
  • Compliance Structural Engineer
  • Reliability Engineer
  • Operating System Specialist
  • Senior IT Project Manager
  • Warehouse Operations Manager
  • Business Process Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Project Engineer
  • Director, Performance Excellence

Take the First Step Toward a Six Sigma Green Belt Career!

To become a Six Sigma Green Belt, individuals are required to complete applicable training and pass a certification exam. Also, professionals can obtain high-quality training that is flexible enough to accommodate a full-time job in the profession of Lean Six Sigma. Our training program is world-class and based upon the origin proven Lean Six Sigma methodology.

With us, you have multiple options on how you approach the training program. Online, Webinar, On-Site, etc., you name it and we will make sure you receive 100% of what you have invested in. Our collective knowledge and experience enable us to deliver the best Six Sigma training courses. We have all the necessary skills, tools and techniques to guide individuals through the challenging path of becoming experts in Six Sigma methodologies.

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How to Ask for Testimonials from an Online Six Sigma Provider https://6sigma.com/ask-testimonials-online-six-sigma-provider/ https://6sigma.com/ask-testimonials-online-six-sigma-provider/#respond Tue, 21 Mar 2017 17:35:34 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=20788 When you buy a new product online, chances are that you read through several reviews before making your purchase. Like most informed buyers, you may read positive and negative reviews, looking for similarities or abnormalities. Your Six Sigma training, similarly, should be no different. In today’s world of online training and certification, it can be […]

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When you buy a new product online, chances are that you read through several reviews before making your purchase. Like most informed buyers, you may read positive and negative reviews, looking for similarities or abnormalities. Your Six Sigma training, similarly, should be no different. In today’s world of online training and certification, it can be challenging to find the right practitioner for your needs. Likewise, it can be equally difficult sifting through the legitimate training providers and the questionable ones.

One tip we recommend you try why finding the right Six Sigma practitioner is to request testimonials. These can be from past or current students, or even companies who employ personnel from this particular course. Regardless, testimonials will offer needed insight into your practitioner. Though, practicing this tip can face numerous obstacles. In today’s article, we will outline our three-step approach to asking for testimonials from your online practitioner.

The Approach

Never begin asking for testimonials without a clear mission in mind. First, what type of practitioner are you considering? Do they offer certification, training, or only certificate examinations? Next, decide what information you want to receive. Do you want to read only testimonials from current students or should you request ones from certified Six Sigma employees as well? Once you have compiled your fundamental goal for using your practitioner, contact them

This step will provide you with the first indication of how official your practitioner in question is. If basic contact information, such as email addresses, phone numbers, or a physical address are hard to find, chances are you should find a new provider. If you do have contact information, first begin by sending an email. Briefly, explain that you’re interested in their program (specify which one if there are multiple). Then, ask for a list of testimonials from past or current students. Additionally, you can also request contact information for people who have taken the course, like references on a resume. 

The Response

How and when your Six Sigma provider responds will be your next indication of their program. If you have to wait more than two working days to receive a response via email, look for a new provider. Not only is this unprofessional, but it also indicates the level of attention you can expect to receive from staff if you enroll in the course.

If you get a response back but without any testimonials, this is another warning sign that you should consider a new recruiter. While the practitioner may be caught off guard by your response, providing feedback, positive or negative, on the course is not out of the question. Furthermore, if you received a reply but an answer as to why testimonials would not be provided, try giving them a call. This is also an opportunity to ask questions about the program directly to the provider and to feel out how they will interact with you.

The Conclusion

The end goal of this process is to receive testimonials from your potential Six Sigma practitioner. Now at the final step, your job is to form a conclusion. To help, here are some basic guidelines you can follow to decide if your practitioner is worth your time.

If you receive testimonials without hassle, move forward with said provider. Likewise, if they also provide positive and negative reviews about the course, it’s a safe bet you can trust the information given. However, if you do not receive testimonials, have difficulty communicating with the provider, or face a prolonged delay in contact, walk away. Of course, it can be irritating to have wasted time on an ill-repute practitioner. However, it’s better to waste an email, phone call, and a few days than weeks of partaking in a program, only to not receive what you expected.

Following this simple, three-step guide to asking for testimonials will put you on track to finding the right Six Sigma provider!

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Identifying a Good Practitioner: Introduction to Due Diligence https://6sigma.com/identifying-good-practitioners-introduction-due-diligence/ https://6sigma.com/identifying-good-practitioners-introduction-due-diligence/#respond Mon, 20 Mar 2017 16:09:08 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=20784 It’s no doubt that obtaining any level of Six Sigma certification will further advance your career. A truly unique skill in of itself, Six Sigma is the ideal business process improvement method more employers have come to expect their employees to know. While your employer may offer training courses to advance your levels of certification, […]

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It’s no doubt that obtaining any level of Six Sigma certification will further advance your career. A truly unique skill in of itself, Six Sigma is the ideal business process improvement method more employers have come to expect their employees to know. While your employer may offer training courses to advance your levels of certification, a general understanding of the methodology has become an expectation. However, finding the right Six Sigma practitioner on your own can be tricky. Too often do illegitimate training course scam prospective students out of the hours and money they invest in certification. In the end, you may end up wasting time and effort only to obtain a fake certificate or poor experience. Today, we will introduce three due diligence tips to help make the search for a reputable practitioner a bit easier!

Certificate, Certification, and Training

The first, and simplest form of due diligence to practice is clarifying what exactly you need. When searching for a practitioner, it can be easy to click on the first few links that show up. However, keep in mind that programs’ orders correlate to their amount of paid advertising. Furthermore, multiple practitioners will attempt to blur the lines of what their programs offer. This is where due diligence comes into play!

If you have years of experience practicing the Six Sigma methodology, a practitioner who provides a formal certificate after passing an online course is the best option for you. Likewise, if you’re new to Six Sigma and need a basic understanding of the process, a training practitioner is the better option. Lastly, a certification program is ideal for those who want to combine the training and certification test process under one practitioner. While this is usually the most expensive option, it does provide the most experience and formal understanding of Six Sigma. 

Where Does the Accreditation Come From?

While it’s important to understand what type of program your practitioner offers, it’s even more so to recognize where accreditation will come from. Is your practitioner offering a training course through a university or an online program? Does the Better Business Bureau support the program’s accreditation? Have industry leading corporations used a particular certificate exam to test their employees? These questions and more are an easy way to not only assess the legitimacy of your course but to also clarify where your accreditation comes from. A Six Sigma certification is only worth as much as the provider!

Quality vs. Quantity of Content

Lastly, finding a reputable practitioner can be done by assessing the quality and quantity of the course’s content. For example, most classroom Black Belt certification courses take between four to six weeks to complete. If you find a practitioner online who offers a similar course, does their curriculum take the same amount of time? Likewise, the quality of the course work provided should help you determine whether your practitioner is the right fit or not. Most legitimate certification courses require you to complete a Six Sigma project to receive feedback on your process improvement skills. If you practitioner offers no hands-on experience, they may be lacking in content quality. Additionally, another due diligence tip is to analyze the platforms on which these courses run. Is a practitioner using an up-to-date software for their projects? Is your practitioner providing the correct examples for you to practice; i.e. service industry versus manufacturing?

Slightly questioning and researching Six Sigma practitioners can easily determine if they are the right fit for your needs. Remember, Six Sigma is a business process improvement method that requires discipline, structure, and most importantly, due diligence!

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Who Works on a Six Sigma Project? https://6sigma.com/works-six-sigma-project/ https://6sigma.com/works-six-sigma-project/#respond Mon, 20 Feb 2017 15:02:02 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=20646 The basis of any good Six Sigma project is its team. Likewise, within a team there are many different roles. These roles focus either on initiative or project leadership, typically divided into the following categories:

  1. Six Sigma Deployment Leader (DP)
  2. Six Sigma Champion
  3. Master Black Belt (MBB)
  4. Black Belt (BB)
  5. Green Belt (GB)
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    1. Six Sigma Deployment Leader (DP)
    2. Six Sigma Champion
    3. Master Black Belt (MBB)
    4. Black Belt (BB)
    5. Green Belt (GB)
    6. Yellow Belt (YB)

    This article will explain these roles, who is best to fill them, and why they are important to Six Sigma success.

     Six Sigma Deployment Leader 

    The Deployment Leader is the figurehead for the team. DP roles are often taken on by the business leader themselves. Furthermore, the DP will typically hire the rest of the team. This also includes working with the MBB to organize, cultivate, and drive the project at all levels by meeting the following objectives:

    • Establish appropriate and reasonable business goals.
    • Motivate the team.
    • Maintain an active role in all activities related to the project.

    The best DPs promote or continuous improvement, leverage the budget for further initiatives, and ultimately develop a fully capable Six Sigma company culture. Remember, the more time and interest you invest, the higher the chances of success for your project.

    Six Sigma Champion

    Champions are usually managers within the company, organizing and directing the business, function and/or value stream towards significant process improvement. They will interact with and utilize GBs to overcome obstacles, while working with BBs and MBBs to manage the development of the project.

    The best Champions clearly demonstrate how the project benefits the organization, helping to meet business priorities. Most Champions will have a portfolio of prior projects.

    Master Black Belt

    Master Black Belts work with DPs to translate high-level company goals into Six Sigma strategies. Interacting with Champions to manage the project, they are also responsible for leading the development of Six Sigma in the business, while maintaining the division’s overall Six Sigma effort. In accordance with Six Sigma and Kaizen, the MBB promotes transparency, creativity and challenging of the status quo to aid development. MBBs often have prior mentoring and/or statistical experience, and can progress to Chief Quality Officer relatively quickly.

    Black Belt 

    Similarly to MBBs, Black Belts are relied on to create a transparent, honest environment with a key focus on factual data to inform group decisions. Working with those above and below them in the hierarchy, BBs will work tactically to ensure results are identified and process changes are honed and sustained by Champions and MBBs. The best BBs often come from careers in Business Analysis and Process Improvement, with prior Six Sigma experience on their résumé.

    Green Belt 

    Green Belts are responsible for supporting BBs in identifying and applying process changes. GBs also act as part-time Project Leaders, requiring them to scope projects, lead those below them, and liaise with BBs to ensure all project goals are executed properly. GBs are critical to the success of Six Sigma projects and will usually have some background experience in senior management.

    Yellow Belt

    Yellow Belts do not lead projects alone. Instead, they will act in a worker bee role. This mostly includes deferring to the GBs and BBs to aid the progression of the project. YBs are core team members and are often support those above them in the hierarchy. These tasks help to develop process maps, capture data, create simulations, and generate improvements.

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    https://6sigma.com/works-six-sigma-project/feed/ 0 Six Sigma Refresher: Benefits of Green Belt https://6sigma.com/green-belt-benefits-six-sigma/ https://6sigma.com/green-belt-benefits-six-sigma/#respond Fri, 10 Feb 2017 15:27:51 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=20593 It’s no surprise that Six Sigma certifications are a hot topic for employers and consulting firms alike. With any level of Six Sigma training, you enhance your knowledge and skill of quality specialization. Beginning in the 1980’s as a proactive methodology to prevent errors, increase efficiency, and control production waste, Six Sigma continues to evolve, […]

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    It’s no surprise that Six Sigma certifications are a hot topic for employers and consulting firms alike. With any level of Six Sigma training, you enhance your knowledge and skill of quality specialization. Beginning in the 1980’s as a proactive methodology to prevent errors, increase efficiency, and control production waste, Six Sigma continues to evolve, finding relevance in new industries every year. While a basic understand of the practice will benefit your career, not all certifications are created equal. Like most training programs, Six Sigma has a natural hierarchy, beginning with White Belt, ascending to Master Black Belt. In this article, we will outline the key benefits you can expect to gain from achieving the fundamental certification, Green Belt.

    Overview 

    If you achieve Six Sigma Green Belt certification, you will be qualified to work part-time as a team member alongside other CSSGB members or manage less complex projects as a project manager. Furthermore, your qualification makes you the “workhorse” of projects. This means you will work, hands-on with your team, completing tasks on the production floor as well as in the office with management.

    Benefits of Six Sigma Green Belt Certification 

    First, the most noticeable benefit to your career will be enhanced customer satisfaction. By implementing the Six Sigma methodology, you conduct operations in a more efficient manner. This, in return, creates a better product for your customers, at a faster rate.

    Next, you will experience an overall better employee experience, at your employer or your own company. With Six Sigma certification, you will work more effectively as a team, manage projects with greater ease, and oversee process efficiency better than before. This in return provides better production and manufacturing results, boosting your employee satisfaction across the board.

    Third, a solid understanding of the Six Sigma methodology under your Green Belt certification entitles you to a greater annual salary.  As of 2016, the national average salary for Green Belt employees exceeds $84,000. With more training and formal certification, you can expect to receive further salary growth.

    Last, and often the most prospers benefit is that you will be qualified to offer Six Sigma training. As a CSSGB, you can train counterparts or clients of yours for their very own Six Sigma certification examination. At this point, most Green Belts take this opportunity to do one of two things. Either, they change positions with their current employers and become an official Six Sigma trainer for the company; or, start their own consulting firm, offering Six Sigma training to new clients in different industries. For most, becoming a full-time consultant or entrepreneur is the end goal! With this certification, you will be on the fast track to becoming your own boss.

    Conclusion 

    While not all Six Sigma certifications are equal, each represents a certain level of understanding the methodology at hand. Whether you are just beginning your program or have risen the ranks to Master Black Belt, the knowledge you possess allows you to work smarter, more efficiently, and create value to any project.

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    Employee Satisfaction: A Happy Employee Is a Productive One https://6sigma.com/employee-satisfaction-happy-employee-productive-one/ https://6sigma.com/employee-satisfaction-happy-employee-productive-one/#respond Sun, 05 Feb 2017 04:38:56 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=20554 As a business owner, your staff and their productivity translates into monetary value. So preventing productivity loss is a huge priority. More importantly, maintaining employee satisfaction and keeping them balanced and healthy will not only prevent productivity loss, but also increase morale.

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    As a business owner, your staff and their productivity translates into monetary value. So preventing productivity loss is a huge priority. More importantly, maintaining employee satisfaction and keeping them balanced and healthy will not only prevent productivity loss, but also increase morale.

    Keeping Morale Up

    Here are a few tips to maintaining employee satisfaction and keeping your employees happy:

    • Have everyone on the same page: Keep communication going by including everyone on company emails, meetings, and updates. A staff member will get stressed out and frustrated when they feel like they have been left out of the loop.
    • Encourage employee innovation. Even if the ideas won’t become part of the business reality, make a note, and take the time to acknowledge him/her. After all, he or she demonstrated initiative just by thinking of ways to improve your company.
    • Implement a physical wellness and mental health program. Depending on the industry, having a mental healthcare professional to talk to can do a world of good. Yoga and gym memberships, as well as guided meditation, are excellent ways to keep morale up.
    • Straight from Six Sigma: Survey your employees on what their needs are. Never assume that you know what is best for your employees. Offer them ongoing training and growth programs. Always show your appreciation to every employee; don’t assume employee X doesn’t need kudos because of his age or life’s experience — everyone needs to feel appreciated.
    • At the end of the day, we all know that employee turnover leads to lost productivity, which is a big waste. Waste is the number one reason companies lose revenue. Investing in the health and welfare of your employees is a worthwhile cause, and you will definitely reap the benefits twofold.

     
    If you would like more information on our courses or services, please visit our Six Sigma course schedule. We are still enrolling our Green Belt courses in Washington D.C., St. Louis, and Pittsburgh.

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    Six Sigma Keeps the Healthcare Industry Healthy https://6sigma.com/six-sigma-keeps-healthcare-industry-healthy/ https://6sigma.com/six-sigma-keeps-healthcare-industry-healthy/#respond Sun, 29 Jan 2017 04:59:00 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=20520 Practicing the Six Sigma methodology within healthcare is beginning to gain traction, but it will take some time to get the entire industry onboard. The irony is that the healthcare industry is the one place where the Six Sigma methodology would work miracles.Six Sigma Keeps the Healthcare Industry Healthy appeared first on 6sigma.

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    Practicing the Six Sigma methodology within healthcare is beginning to gain traction, but it will take some time to get the entire industry onboard. The irony is that the healthcare industry is the one place where the Six Sigma methodology would work miracles.Healthcare Insurance Cigna Six Sigma

    Many believe that cutting costs within healthcare means the quality of service will go down. Nothing could be further from the truth. Even on a basic level, Six Sigma would lower costs while improving patient service and overall outcomes. This process is at the core of Six Sigma.

    Cigna is the Example

    One health insurance company that has been using Six Sigma effectively is Cigna. They have eliminated the restriction of information among fellow departments, and it has brought about a number of benefits.

    Cigna has their teams meet and share information of lessons learned. With all teams in the know, rates of customer satisfaction have been significantly increasing.

    Imagine having a question about your insurance claim. So you login to your insurance company’s website, and are welcomed with easy to read information that answers your questions.

    If you call Cigna with a question, the representatives are knowledgeable, friendly and helpful. By the time you hang up, your question is answered and you feel like they have your back.

    Cigna leads its national competitors for the 4th year in a row, in a majority of preventive and chronic care measures:

    • 4,390 more diabetics were treated to acceptable blood glucose levels
    • 1,755 more children received immunizations
    • 10,933 more members were screened for colorectal cancer
    • 3,998 more mothers received timely prenatal or postpartum care

    Learn why companies like Cigna have turned to us for their Six Sigma training needs. We have several upcoming Green Belt classes open for enrollment – check our schedule for more info!

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    Application of Lean Six Sigma in the Public Sector https://6sigma.com/application-of-lean-six-sigma-in-the-public-sector/ https://6sigma.com/application-of-lean-six-sigma-in-the-public-sector/#respond Fri, 09 Sep 2016 10:47:07 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=20086 The introduction of Lean Six Sigma in the public sector has tremendously improved the performance, productivity, and customer serviceability of many companies over the time. The six-sigma process concentrates on using minimum resources such as workforce, materials, and funds. It helps to deliver solutions and results to the customers well on […]

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    The introduction of Lean Six Sigma in the public sector has tremendously improved the performance, productivity, and customer serviceability of many companies over the time. The six-sigma process concentrates on using minimum resources such as workforce, materials, and funds. It helps to deliver solutions and results to the customers well on time.

    Let us understand the concept of Lean Six Sigma in a better way. Earlier most companies use to follow only the six-sigma method to boost the overall development. As this method gave immediate results, entrepreneurs often relied on it to obtain desired results.

    Sometimes to obtain more preferred results, companies had to collect and analyze the data accurately and this process took longer time. As a result, it led to slow changes and illiberal practices. To combat such practices, public sectors incorporated lean flow method in the six-sigma method, which is jointly called as lean six-sigma method.

    Lean 6 Sigma application in Public Sector

    Therefore, Lean Six Sigma is the combination of two methods, lean flow and Six Sigma. Use of Lean Six Sigma in the public sector is an implementation of a non-formalize type of investigative approach in the workflow of companies or organizations. The application of this method is suitable only after the immediate rescheduling of the new or improvised processes.

    Thus, lean six-sigma method helps organizations to attain the synergy levels due to which various mechanisms and labor force work in harmony.

    Application Lean Six Sigma In Different Units Of Public Sector:

    Different manufacturing units in the public sector use several approaches of Lean Six Sigma to achieve desired results.

    However, the typical methodology includes:

    1. Examining different steps of a company process and determining the final steps.
    2. Next, it includes calculating the cost that is associated due to the elimination of not so important steps. Next, it includes comparing those outlays versus the potential benefits.
    3. It also includes the process to determine resources and devising out a final plan.
    4. The last step includes taking the action.

    However, the use of Lean Six Sigma method is not confined to manufacturing units only. In fact, any office or process may incorporate this method, because all organizations are mainly concerned for improving the quality and harnessing or reducing the amount of waste. Even in the public service sector such as documentation offices, the role of Lean Six Sigma strategy is notable.

    Lean six-sigma applications lead to greater deficiencies, improvised quality, reduced burden of workflow, saved time and energy, evoke better response, reduce the cost, and enhances the customer service.

    The use of Six Sigma in the document management sectors of the state and the local government organizations have improved the deficiencies by carrying out the repository solutions. It simplifies and rationalizes the document business processes.

    Some of the repository solutions consist of scanning, coordinating, and storing of back files and arriving documents for the officials to have an easy access, when they need them.

    Some government agencies also take help of industry professionals to help them implement the change using lean six-sigma method.

    Conclusion:

    When public sector companies use Lean Six Sigma technique, the method replaces the slow processes with highly streamlined and efficient workflow. In addition, the information gathered during the process of lean flow execution helps to discover new opportunities. It gives an ideal structure to produce high quality goods, work faster, and produce the results with least time consumption.

    Numerous companies use Lean Six Sigma method to increase the speed, reduce the waste, and improve the quality. Therefore, Lean Sigma process certainly has the potential to improve the quality of public sectors.

    If you’re excited to be a part of Six Sigma journey, we are coming to your city or town during October and November 2016! Please go through the course schedule and register.

    If you’d like to contact us for more information, please call (855) 674-4622 or through our website.

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    They Voted For You. Now What? https://6sigma.com/they-voted-for-you-now-what/ https://6sigma.com/they-voted-for-you-now-what/#respond Fri, 02 Sep 2016 10:00:27 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=20062 “Many are called but few are chosen.”

    Upper management decided that you’ve got what it takes to implement change. They combed your credentials with a fine-tooth comb, watched you in action during company activities, and appreciate your leadership qualities and people skills.

    As a change agent, you could be venturing into uncharted territory. Even […]

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    “Many are called but few are chosen.”

    Upper management decided that you’ve got what it takes to implement change. They combed your credentials with a fine-tooth comb, watched you in action during company activities, and appreciate your leadership qualities and people skills.

    As a change agent, you could be venturing into uncharted territory. Even if you’ve spent many years in the company and think that you know it like the back of your hand, taking on critical responsibilities puts you back on learning mode.

    When you’ve served in a specific position for years, you’re familiar with the rules of the game. But when you’re appointed as a change agent, you’ll need to transition into new functions, deal with people you’ve probably never dealt with before, and get acquainted with processes that you don’t recognize.

    Vote

    So you’ve earned the vote. What’s next?

    Essentials for a Change Agent

    The role of change agent is scary. It could make or break your career.

    In their book, The Change Agent’s Guide to Radical Improvement (American Society for Quality, 2002), Miller and Lawton say: “Ideally, as change agents, projects would come to us crystal clear. We would know what the issue is and who needs to be involved… Unfortunately, things seldom work that way. Change agents are often recruited by someone… who has only the vaguest idea of how the project should unfold.”

    We’ll discuss five indispensable traits that a change agent must have:

    • Know thy culture knowing the hot buttons of your organization will help make your task easier. How much you know of culture determines the amount of influence you can wield over people. Some issues to consider: is the company known as an early adopter of new ideas and technologies? Is there an atmosphere of distrust or collaboration among staff? Do employees nurture career aspirations? Do employees use the suggestion box frequently or do they ignore it?
    • Collect the right data knowledge is power, they say. The data you collect will depend on the type of change being implemented. If the change is to improve the rate of repeat orders from a certain geographical area that your company serves, you need to ask: who services this area, what products or services are sold, which of these products and services bring in the least and greatest amounts of business, how are complaints handled, and what’s the competition doing? When you gather the right data, you ask the right questions and then decide on the right processes. Good data can reveal a gap between what company staff perceive to be the problems of the product versus what the customers think are the problems.
    • Be specific – the problem with large companies is that they acquire what is called “organization-speak.” This means that the entire communications network is camouflaged in terms that mean nothing at the grassroots level. To say “our company needs to be profitable in the next quarter” is vague. To announce that “changes are underway to make the company more efficient” is vague.

    As a change agent, you need to say it “like it is.” Take the first example above. Wouldn’t it be more meaningful to say, “our company recorded profits of $800,000 last quarter. For the next quarter, we need to increase that by 10% so we should all aim for $880,000 by the end of the next quarter. If we make this profit, 50% will be devoted to upgrading our training rooms and materials so we can train 25 more people every month.” By stating figures and targets and the reasons for them, team members will have something to work with.

    • Master the tools, experiment with new ones it isn’t enough to know the principles of Six Sigma. You have to master its statistical tools: pie charts, T curves, value stream mapping, and variance tables. If Six Sigma tools don’t apply to the specific change, there are other change management tools that you can use. An example would be the Prosci Change Management Maturity Model which utilizes bench-marking and assessments of interactions with companies under doing change.
    • Delegate refusing to delegate is a sure sign that the team spirit may not be all there. When a change agent delegates, he or she spreads the fun by letting others discover their own talents. Team members need to feel that you value their core competencies and that you’re giving them free rein to use their talents to bring about change.

    If you’re excited to be a part of Six Sigma journey, we are coming to your city or town during October and November 2016! Please go through the course schedule and register.

    If you’d like to contact us for more information, please call (855) 674-4622 or through our website.

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    The Most Comprehensive Lean & Six Sigma Training Around! https://6sigma.com/comprehensive-lean-six-sigma-training-around/ https://6sigma.com/comprehensive-lean-six-sigma-training-around/#respond Mon, 22 Aug 2016 00:01:51 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=20021 Well, it’s heading towards the end of the year. With the holidays approaching, and of course the New Year, wouldn’t it be great to give yourself or someone the gift of Six Sigma training?

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    Well, it’s heading towards the end of the year. With the holidays approaching, and of course the New Year, wouldn’t it be great to give yourself or someone the gift of Six Sigma training?

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    The White Belt certification is an excellent Lean introduction and Six Sigma; by the end of the day, you will have a basic understanding of Lean tools and the Six Sigma DMAIC process. This certification will start your incredible journey into Six Sigma methodology.

    Each belt level gets more specific, and new processes are introduced. There is the Yellow Belt Certification, Green Belt Certification, and of course Black Belt and the Master Black Belt programs.

    Also check out the blended programs that offer more flexibility, for those who have a busy schedule or prior commitments. Also be sure to take a look at the specialized training that we offer; in that category we offer Minitab Essentials and many more essentials that you won’t see with other training companies.

    The most exciting thing is that we are coming to your city or town during October and November 2016! Please click the link to see the course schedule and to register.

    If you’d like to contact us for more information, please call (855) 674-4622 or through our website.

    “Change before you have to.”
    Jack Welch, Former CEO, General Electric

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    6Sigma.com Brings Six Sigma Training to Your Hometown https://6sigma.com/6sigma-com-brings-six-sigma-hometown/ https://6sigma.com/6sigma-com-brings-six-sigma-hometown/#respond Sun, 10 Jul 2016 16:38:41 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=19812 As the business world becomes increasingly more global and detail oriented, the need for accuracy increases twofold. Special attention should always be given to the effectiveness and efficiency of your business or company. Efficiency is really the only way to turn a consistent profit.

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    As the business world becomes increasingly more global and detail oriented, the need for accuracy increases twofold. Special attention should always be given to the effectiveness and efficiency of your business or company. Efficiency is really the only way to turn a consistent profit.

    6sigma.com 2016 training

    Six Sigma is not a theory. It is proven to work, with data to back it up, and all it takes is knowledge on your part. The tools are genius and adaptable to any industry,

    It’s not too late to register for our Six Sigma training classes held in the months of August and September 2016 right in your hometown! See our upcoming classes below:

    Green Belt Classes

    Dallas, TX
    Pittsburgh, PA
    Raleigh, NC
    Seattle, WA 

    Black Belt Classes

    San Francisco, CA
    Atlanta, GA
    Raleigh, NC

    Lean & RCA Classes

    Minneapolis, MN
    Anaheim, CA

    We are offering Six Sigma training you can’t afford to pass up. Are you looking to get Six Sigma certified as a White, Yellow, Green or Black belt? What about our Six Sigma Jumpstart course? You can use this course either as an immersion, or a refresher.

    The Choice is Yours

    We offer one-day workshops, two-day workshops, 4.5-day workshops, two-week certification courses, you pick the day and location and which course you are interested in.
    For those of you who can’t get away, but still want our state of the art training, we also offer live interactive webinars.

    For more information on our Six Sigma training courses or services or to register, please visit our website or call us at 877-497-4462.

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    Why Everybody Needs a Six Sigma Green Belt Certification https://6sigma.com/six-sigma-green-belt-certification/ https://6sigma.com/six-sigma-green-belt-certification/#respond Sun, 12 Jun 2016 04:14:07 +0000 https://6sigma.com/?p=19685 Understanding Green Belt Certification

    Being part of the solution is what sets apart a good employee from a great employee. By getting a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, you’re saying that you are part of the solution — that discipline and integrity is part of your backbone.

    A certified Six Sigma Green Belt is […]

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    Understanding Green Belt Certification

    Being part of the solution is what sets apart a good employee from a great employee. By getting a Six Sigma Green Belt certification, you’re saying that you are part of the solution — that discipline and integrity is part of your backbone.

    A certified Six Sigma Green Belt is able to assist the Black Belt in the DMAIC process. They also have a strong understanding of Lean Six Sigma tools. Green Belts would be suited for mid to upper level project managers, process engineers, consultants and those positions in manufacturing.

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    Truth be told, the Six Sigma methodology is adaptable into any industry with amazing results. A Green Belt has the discipline to follow a course of action and stay on track, while being flexible enough to be placed into a team and immediately assist with any projects requiring their expertise.

    A Green Belt can also work on smaller projects independently with ease.

    What is Six Sigma?

    Six Sigma is a highly disciplined and specific method, that is enveloped around specific tools, with its focus to deliver as close to perfect products and services as possible. Today’s work environment is very fast-paced, where being efficient and putting out an effective product or service is crucial.

    Mistakes cost money, even if it is a small mistake, because they add up over time.

    Why Businesses Fail

    “If it ain’t broke don’t fix it.” Many of you have heard this old saying. Well, this saying is as incorrect as its grammar. Change is gradual and it happens continuously, in little increments. Ignoring these subtle changes or choosing to not be aware is what makes businesses fail. Usually by the time something is done, it is too late and many good employees are laid off.

    The Genius is in the Simplicity of LSS Tools

    One final word: Lean Six Sigma tools aren’t exclusive to businesses outside the home. They can also be used in home businesses, or in the organization of a workspace in the home. These tools can be adapted and utilized for any industry with great success.

    Learn more information about 6Sigma.com’s Lean Six Sigma training coursework, available as classroom, onsite, or online options.

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