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Poka-yoke (Mistake-Proofing)

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on September 22, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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Poka-yoke (Mistake-Proofing)

Numerous defects, variations, and inefficiencies within our processes often result from human errors. Poka-yoke (pronounced “poh ka yoke”) serves as a valuable tool for pinpointing process steps prone to errors, enabling compani...

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Pareto Charts

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on September 18, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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Pareto Charts

The origins of the Pareto Principle can be traced back to 1897 when Vilfredo Pareto, an Italian economist, conducted an analysis of wealth distribution within his nation. His findings led to the development of the theory that 20% of the pop...

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Tree Diagram

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on September 15, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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Tree Diagram

A tree diagram is a strategic and organizational tool employed for systematically dissecting complex issues, gradually segmenting overarching problems into more manageable components. It is alternatively referred to as a hierarchy diagram, ...

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The Five Whys

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on September 13, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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The Five Whys

While your 3-year-old's incessant questioning of "Why?" might test your patience, it can also impart a valuable lesson in Six Sigma quality improvement. The "5 Whys" is a problem-solving technique and root cause anal...

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Gap Analysis

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on September 10, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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Gap Analysis

Gap analysis is a strategic planning tool used by businesses and organizations to assess the difference, or "gap," between their current performance or state and their desired future state or goals. It involves comparing where an ...

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Fishbone Diagram

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on September 04, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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Fishbone Diagram

A Fishbone Diagram serves as a structured brainstorming instrument crafted to aid teams in identifying probable underlying causes of an undesired outcome. Its appellation is derived from its likeness to the skeletal structure of a fish. It ...

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Data Type and Measurement Scale

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on September 01, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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Data Type and Measurement Scale

Types of Data Data consists of facts, concepts, and instructions that are structured in a formalized way, making them suitable for communication and interpretation. Two categories of data exist: Continuous and Discrete. Continuous ...

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Project Management Plan & other Baselines

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on August 25, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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Project Management Plan & other Baselines

The concept of "project management" emerged from various fields like defense, construction, and engineering. Henry Gantt, an American researcher famous for introducing the Gantt chart as a project management tool, is often referre...

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Team Management

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on August 21, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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Team Management

The cornerstone of a successful Six Sigma initiative lies in the strength and effectiveness of its Six Sigma team. A team is typically a compact group of individuals that endures for a substantial duration until the fulfilment of its design...

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Business Performance Measures

Posted by 6sigmastudy® on August 14, 2023 | Six Sigma Tools

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Business Performance Measures

Examining business performance is vital for an organization's competitiveness. Several Six Sigma tools are available for evaluating numerical data. The choice of metrics to gauge business performance is contingent upon the organization&...

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