SIMPLIFIED SIX SIGMA: METHODOLOGY, TOOLS AND IMPLEMENTATION

N. GOPALAKRISHNAN

févr. 2012 · PHI Learning Pvt. Ltd.

À propos de cet e-book

This compact and concise text, based on the rich and vast experience of the author gained while training thousands of individuals, explains in detail what Six Sigma is and why it is necessary to adapt the process. It explains the methodology, tools to be used, and the Six Sigma implementation process. The book describes how to define a problem, how to measure the key inputs and outputs, and how to collect and analyse the data. It discusses the method of identifying the problems, solutions and, with this, to improve the problem process to get Six Sigma output on a continuous basis. The book gives details of how to impart training on the Six Sigma concepts, tools and implementation methodology to master black belts, black belts and green belts. It contains a detailed syllabus for the training, and the method of selecting the trainers. This book should prove extremely useful to students of engineering, especially Production/Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Engineering and Management, and postgraduate students of business management. It will be of immense value to all the organisations which wish to achieve highest quality outputs. KEY FEATURES : Illustrates all the tools to be used in each of the phases with ready to use templates using the MS Excel work sheets. Explains step-by-step the implementation process and how to record the results. Describes the data collection process and forms to be used for different types of data. Discusses how to control all the processes to ensure stability in the process. Contains a number of case studies to help both students and professionals.

À propos de l'auteur

N. GOPALAKRISHNAN is the President of Projects India, Bangalore, a company specialising in training and implementation of lean manufacture and Six Sigma. He has over 48 years of industrial experience and has held senior management positions. He has trained over 3000 individuals, both in lean and Six Sigma, and implemented over 150 projects.