Posts Tagged ‘Six Sigma’

The Six Sigma Process

Sunday, February 17th, 2008

The Six Sigma process is based on the application of rigorous rules and the measurement and monitoring of carefully identified data. One of the most relevant Six Sigma methods for business intelligence may be simply designated as the DMAIC process. The name is derived from the steps of the process. (more…)

Can excellence be found through frameworks such as Balanced Scorecards or Six Sigma, or is the most effective method one that is self-created?

Sunday, February 17th, 2008

The tools we teach are very valuable, but the bedrock of determination and decency must be there. It comes down to what I call “bloody mindedness” – or insane commitment. If you are determined to do a fabulous job, you will succeed. Do you have the willpower?

Jack Welch made Six Sigma contribute hugely to General Electric’s bottom line, yet nine out of 10 companies who have sent managers on Six Sigma training have failed to see a return. It comes down to what I am calling the D-file (D for determination).


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