Six Sigma Best Practices

In this training tool and implementation guide, Kumar (industrial engineering, University of New Haven) delineates how Six Sigma can be applied to processes within numerous functional areas of an organization. Step-by-step techniques and flow diagrams are presented for integrating Six Sigma into business development and management, and concepts and statistical methods are supported with exercises and examples using Minitab 14. A glossary and data tables are included, and further tools are available on an accompanying web site. The book can be used for executive training in Six Sigma programs, for Yellow, Green, and Black Belt certification programs, for college courses, and as a desk reference for practitioners. Annotation ©2006 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Continuous improvement has become synonymous with the Six Sigma process, where cost reduction and quality improvement have led to greater market share and profits. Leading organizations in diverse industries have begun to further deploy Six Sigma outside of manufacturing to maximize its benefits. This comprehensive training tool and implementation guide delineates how Six Sigma methods can be applied to processes within numerous functional areas of the organization and in diverse industries to achieve strategic and operational business excellence. It presents step-by-step techniques and flow diagrams for integrating Six Sigma as best practices into business development and management. It provides a seamless integration of Six Sigma statistical methodologies that help businesses execute their strategic plans and track both their short- and long-term strategic progress within various areas of their business. Statistical methods employed in Six Sigma are thoroughly explained and their implementation, supported by examples and exercises, is demonstrated via Minitab 14, a popular statistical software package. Six Sigma Best Practices is an ideal text for executive training in planning and leading Six Sigma programs, for Yellow, Green and Black Belt certification programs, for college courses and as a desk reference for practitioners and consultants.

General

ISBN		9781932159585
Fiction/Non-Fiction		Non-Fiction
Publisher		J Ross Pub
Pages		474
List Price		$74.95
Author		Kumar, Dhirendra
Publication Date		07/30/2006
Release Status		In Print
Format		Hardcover
Language		English
Measurements		Height: 9.25 Inches (US) Width: 6.25 Inches (US) Thickness: 1.25 Inches (US) Unit Weight: 1.7 Pounds (US)
Edition Number		1