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When coming up with a standardized approach to continuous process improvement, root cause analysis is a critical component. It seeks to identify the problem, its source and then fix it once and for all so it never pops up again. Ultimately, this improves the quality of the... Continue Reading

For those looking for an entry-level position in the world of Six Sigma, a White Belt is a great starting point. A White Belt certificate gives holders a good base-level understanding of Six Sigma concepts. White Belts also have a good understanding of how to improve productivity... Continue Reading

Every Six Sigma project requires Green Belts to act as the engine. They are Six Sigma leaders who identify and implement change on a part-time basis under the supervision of a Black Belt. They are deeply involved in the planning of Six Sigma projects in terms of decision making... Continue Reading

Six Sigma provides benefits no matter which industry it is being used, even if it is the foodservice industry. This is particularly true for restaurants. But how exactly can a restaurant use Six Sigma to its benefit? Here are four use cases that can help paint the picture. 1.... Continue Reading

The impact Six Sigma has made outside manufacturing – in industries and sectors such as construction, health, hospitality, service, management, human resources and more – has not gone unnoticed. This leads us to the question: what about the education sector? There is so much... Continue Reading

A fishbone diagram, also known as a cause and effect diagram or Ishikawa diagram, is an invaluable tool for root cause analysis. This graphical tool allows your team to brainstorm various potential causes and see how they relate to the problematic effect being observed. You can... Continue Reading

Lean manufacturing has proven itself time and time again to be an effective tool at eliminating waste and other non-value-adding steps in manufacturing processes. This is the best way Lean helps manufacturers with their process improvement efforts. However, this doesn’t make Lean... Continue Reading

Six Sigma is a manufacturing methodology aimed at improving processes and reducing the occurrence of defects in products. However, defects are not just found in products, but in services as well. So if you’re wondering if Six Sigma can apply to something like the health insurance... Continue Reading

Many organizations struggle with making the workplace organized. An organized workplace is one where work gets done efficiently and effectively. It is also a place where employees have little to no worry about getting injured because it is so clean and organized. For this to... Continue Reading