Lean Six Sigma is a methodology that small businesses can use to reduce waste and improve performance throughout their organization. The approach centers on the use of structured techniques and tools ...

Six Sigma provides a framework for measuring process performance and making improvements to better meet customer needs. Although full-scale Six Sigma implementations are usually limited to large ...

FORT BRAGG, N.C. (Nov. 21, 2011) -- Complex processes can lead to unintended, and multifaceted, challenges that can consume more time and money than necessary. Whether it is inventory control, the ...

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Every business is unique. For most, simply adopting a single, prescribed approach is a risky move. In the case of Six Sigma, it can be especially tempting to, seeing the success of major companies ...

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Background At Apex Tools (fictional name), a mid-sized supplier of specialized mechanical components, inventory management and safety concerns had long been interwoven issues. As demand surged, ...