What is 5S? 5S is a systematic process for creating an orderly environment that is easily maintained, whether it is in the workplace or in your personal life. Hiroyuki Hirano is responsible for developing 5S as part of his system for production. In his book, 5 Pillars of the Visual Workplace, Hirano says: “A company [...]
Six Sigma methodology has transformed many industries, helping them achieve new heights. The methodology can help a business continuously strive for excellence in all its endeavors and processes. It does so by providing the tools to identify bottlenecks and the ways to remove those for maximal efficiency. The methodology improves quality and minimizes the variability [...]
Process mapping is a technique which is used in the Six Sigma methodology. The tool allows the user to visualize the steps that are involved in any given process or activity. In simple terms, Six Sigma process mapping is a flowchart that illustrates all the inputs, steps, and outputs in a process. It is important [...]
At the outset, it might seem that the Six Sigma, Lean, and Agile methodologies are all quite different from each other. True, they are all powerful techniques to increase process efficiency in industries. However, they are actually connected in ways you might not have realized. While the core idea of the Lean philosophy is to [...]
Brainstorming is a popular way for generating ideas. Organizations and groups use the technique to produce creative alternatives. When conducted properly, participants particularly enjoy the activity and actively contribute. The process moves rapidly and is ideal for gathering a large number of ideas in a short time. In recent years, however, many experts have criticized [...]
It is important for businesses to place a lot of importance on understanding the needs of their customers. It is in this regard that the Voice of the Customer (VoC) and customer data are crucial. Top-notch companies like Zappos, Southwest Airlines, USAA, and Nordstrom relentlessly focus on the needs of the customer. The VoC and [...]
It’s a new beginning for the International Society of Six Sigma Professionals (ISSSP), and you will play a bigger part than ever before. We are reestablishing ISSSP as a non-profit organization. Our focus is to improve the Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement and Change Management professions. As a non-profit, we want to ensure that Lean [...]
It's a new beginning for the International Society of Six Sigma Professionals (ISSSP), and you will play a bigger part than ever before. We are relaunching ISSSP as a non-profit organization. We want to focus on improving the Six Sigma and Change Management profession for the better. As a nonprofit, we will be looking for [...]
