Eight essential tools
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The tools, which are used in the Six Sigma projects, are presented. The tools include process maps, cause and effect matrices (CE), failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), measurement system analysis (MSA), process capability studies, multi-vari studies, design of experiments (DOE) and process control plans.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 2003
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The Six Sigma sweep
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The results of an ever broadening use of Six Sigma beyond process improvement in organizations are discussed. The importance of knowing the role of the Champion and other Six Sigma team members in the organization is highlighted.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 2003
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The hard part: holding improvement gains
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Ways to sustain gains achieved by quality management practices in business enterprises are discussed.
Publication Name: Quality Progress
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0033-524X
Year: 2006
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