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Master Black Belts are apex predators. Sitting at the top of the pyramid, they act as mentors and teachers, as well as consultants and project leaders. In this article, we look at the top 10 reasons for Six Sigma Master Black Belt training.   A Mentor for Lower Class Six... Continue Reading

Brainstorming is a powerful Six Sigma tool, and the beauty of it is that it can be as free flowing as the wind. It can flow in as a solution to a problem, and be as structured as using a template to keep your thoughts focused and in sync. If you are working in a creative... Continue Reading

Business can be risky. But without risk, where’s the payoff? All of history’s greatest leaders, entrepreneurs, and successful people have taken risks, so don’t be afraid to walk out on the ledge. Don’t let risky business hold you back. You can take control of risk using a risk... Continue Reading

Is your organization running at full capacity? Whether you know everything or nothing about capacity utilization, there’s always more to learn. Let’s start with a definition. Capacity utilization measures the extent to which your organization uses its productive capacity. Is your... Continue Reading

Want to grow your business? Look at your competitors for some valuable ideas for a successful business strategy. You never know what you might learn. In fact, there are a wealth of valuable ideas waiting for you to put them to good use. Don’t let your competitors have all the... Continue Reading

How do we define machine data capture? What does it involve? Well, on a fundamental level, machine data capture involves using information to plan and direct production orders. The phrase machine data capture (MDC) refers to the interface that bridges the gap between your... Continue Reading

How energy efficient is your organization? Learn how you can improve it with Six Sigma. By making some targeted and effective changes, you can dramatically improve your energy efficiency. This is good for the planet, yes, but it’s also good for you and your business. With... Continue Reading

These days, more than ever, reducing your carbon footprint is becoming more important every passing year. With global warming and environmental change ever on the horizon, we must all work together to reduce emissions and do our part for the planet. The US alone has one of the... Continue Reading

Customers are the most important aspect of your business. Without the customer, you wouldn’t have a business. Large companies such as Coca-Cola (who by the way use Lean Six Sigma methodologies) know all too well what happens when you change a product without the customer’s... Continue Reading