Model-Driven DFSS
The use of models and simulations can accelerate innovation in a product development process that leverages DFSS methods. … … “A model-driven development process used in the context of a DFSS...
View ArticleFord Six Sigma QOS Quality Operating System
Ford, where quality is not typically job one (my wife’s Windstar check engine light was on for a decade), is seeing some success from Six Sigma improvement methods that reduce variation. The company...
View ArticleTQM Advocacy
Executive and workforce commitment is critical to sustaining any quality improvement program. … … “TQM fades out the moment an internal advocate resigns without making sure that the program runs its...
View ArticleLimit Variation Improve Quality and Control Costs to be Healthy
GE creates a mega-trend focused business model to drive change in the healthcare sector – branded as Healthymagination. Specific objectives have been articulated that will create measurable change and...
View ArticleSix Sigma Volunteers Recognized
United Way recognizes Eli Lilly for its commitment to the community. Lilly’s Six Sigma professionals donated their expertise to helping non-profits, in addition to the financial support provided by the...
View ArticleCommunicate the Business Strategy with Lean Six Sigma Implementation
Lean Six Sigma implementations require communication leadership to set the direction, provide transparency to the process, and to celebrate successes along the way. Providing the motivation for...
View ArticleManufacturing Execution Software Enables Rapid Process Improvement Environment
Q-Cells selects Camstar’s SolarSuite, tailored to the needs of solar industry manufacturers, which will supports the company’s drive to lower its cost per watt through better process quality and...
View ArticleAt Platinum Supplier Six Sigma Principles Boost Performance Excellence
Evans Capacitor has achieved Platinum-level preferred supplier at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control which enables a world-class supply chain built on excellence and a culture of continuous...
View ArticleState of Mind Leadership
As Six Sigma quality and process efficiency becomes less of a differentiator, understanding the voice of customers, constituencies, and markets will become a critical tool to master. … … “In the new...
View ArticleSPC Analytics integrated with Manufacturing Execution
Apriso integrates statistical analytics into its manufacturing execution software to enable accelerated root-cause identification and implement corrective actions pro-actively. … … “This new product...
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