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Guide to Six Sigma Data Analysis Tools

Data analysis is a major component of a Six Sigma initiative. Six Sigma requires data-driven decision making and extensive analysis of data in DMAIC projects. Even project selection often depends on analysis of available data to determine priorities. Many tools are valuable in such efforts.

Published by Heidi Wiesenfelder (8590 pts) on Aug 24, 2009 to
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Concept and Example of the Taguchi Loss Function

This article will simplify the concept of Taguchi loss function and explain the method of Taguchi loss function with a practical example.

Published by Suvo (8760 pts) on Aug 24, 2009 to
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Defects in Six Sigma Methodology

What importance do defects have in Six Sigma methodology? Learn what a defect is, how it is determined, and why the concept is central to Six Sigma and DMAIC projects.

Published by Heidi Wiesenfelder (8590 pts) on Aug 20, 2009 to
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Six Sigma: Myths and Realities

This article by Natasha Baker, summarizes the main points in the research paper, Six Sigma: Myths and Realities, which takes an antagonistic look at Six Sigma in an effort to help organizations evaluate its worth.

Published by Natasha M. Baker (4687 pts) on Aug 20, 2009 to
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Six Sigma Research, Similarities and Differences

This article by Natasha Baker, discusses the research paper "Similarities and Differences Between TQM, Six Sigma and Lean".

Published by Natasha M. Baker (4687 pts) on Aug 20, 2009 to
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What is Process Capability?

This article will explain what a process capability analysis is, how to measure the process capability and explain indexes of process capability.

Published by Suvo (8760 pts) on Aug 19, 2009 to
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Design of Experiments (DOE) in Six Sigma

Six Sigma is a process management methdology that relies on data for decision making. Design of Experiments (DOE) provides the ability to confirm relationships between input and output variables. It is commonly used in both DMAIC and Design (DFSS) projects.

Published by Heidi Wiesenfelder (8590 pts) on Jul 30, 2009 to
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Using Box-and-Whiskers Plots

The box-and-whiskers plot, or box plot, is a statistical analysis tool. This visual display of a set of data provides information about the variation within the data. It is a popular tool for Six Sigma data analysis in DMAIC projects.

Published by Heidi Wiesenfelder (8590 pts) on Jul 29, 2009 to
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Five Why Method of Six Sigma

Five why method is a simple but effective six sigma tool to find root cause of a problem. This article will explain the use of five why method with practical example.

Published by Suvo (8760 pts) on Jul 25, 2009 to
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How to Create a SIPOC

The SIPOC is a key tool used in the Define phase of a DMAIC project. It provides clarity for the project team and stakeholders regarding the process boundaries, the customers for the process outputs, and the suppliers for the process inputs. This information is a prerequisite for steps that follow.

Published by Heidi Wiesenfelder (8590 pts) on Jul 23, 2009 to
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