Showing papers on "Lean Six Sigma published in 2004"
Book•
01 Aug 2004
TL;DR: The Lean Six Sigma Pocket Toolbook as mentioned in this paper is the most complete and results-based reference to the tools and concepts needed to understand, implement, and leverage lean six-sigma.
Abstract: Vital tools for implementing Lean Six Sigma - what they are, how they work, and which to use. The "Lean Six Sigma Pocket Toolbook" is today's most complete and results-based reference to the tools and concepts needed to understand, implement, and leverage Lean Six Sigma. The only guide that groups tools by purpose and use, this hands-on reference provides: analyses of nearly 100 tools and methodologies - from DMAIC and Pull Systems to Control Charts and Pareto Charts; Detailed explanations of each tool to help you know how, when, and why to use it for maximum efficacy; sections for each tool explaining how to create it, how to interpret what you find, and expert tips. "Lean Six Sigma" is today's leading technique to maximize production efficiency and maintain control over each step in the managerial process. With "The Lean Six Sigma Pocket Toolbook", you'll discover how to propel your organization to new levels of competitive success - one tool at a time.
152 citations
01 Aug 2004
TL;DR: In the late 1990s, Xerox Corp. manufacturing and supply chain operations locally adopted Six Sigma and lean concepts as discussed by the authors, and the success of the venture inspired company leaders to integrate the concepts a..
Abstract: Looking for ways to improve business results in the late 1990s, Xerox Corp. manufacturing and supply chain operations locally adopted Six Sigma and lean concepts. Inspired by the success of the venture, company leaders decide to integrate the concepts a..
27 citations
01 Jan 2004
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16 citations
01 Aug 2004
TL;DR: The need to align business goals with the process of identifying and identifying low-hanging fruit has been highlighted by as mentioned in this paper, who found that many companies engaged in lean Six Sigma activities find they run out of business improvement projects after a year or so of reaping the low-Hanging fruit.
Abstract: Many companies engaged in lean Six Sigma activities find they run out of business improvement projects after a year or so of reaping the low-hanging fruit. What they are overlooking is the need to align business goals with the process of identifying and..
8 citations
Dissertation•
11 Jun 2004
TL;DR: In this article, the authors present a list of tables and acknowledgments of figures and acknowledgements of acknowledgements, including the following tables and figures: Table 1, Table 2, Table 3
Abstract: ............................................................................................................................ ii Acknowledgments ............................................................................................................iii List of Figures....................................................................................................................vi List of Tables ...................................................................................................................vii
8 citations
Dissertation•
01 Jan 2004
TL;DR: Continuous Improvement (CI) can be described as a culture of sustained improvement targeting the elimination of waste in all systems and processes of an organization as discussed by the authors. But not all CI methodologies are applicable to every organization: one may suit a particular organization better than others, and in what respects is not always clear.
Abstract: Continuous Improvement (CI) can be described as a culture of sustained improvement targeting the elimination of waste in all systems and processes of an organization Organizations face fierce competition, and in order to enhance their reach in today's markets, they need to maintain a low cost of quality, reduce waste, trim their production lines, and speed up manufacturing Over the past few decades, comprehensive methodologies that include tools to help firms achieve CI in a systematic fashion have evolved Not all CI methodologies are applicable to every organization: one may suit a particular organization better than others, and in what respects is not always clear, as no detailed research has been conducted in this area This thesis therefore concentrates on describing and comparing CI methodologies It starts with tracing the history and evolution of CI, from the earliest initiatives to modern CI programs, to hybrid methodologies that have developed in recent years Modern CI trends are studied, and a comprehensive study of the various CI methodologies that are available on the market is undertaken, including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Balanced Scorecard, and Lean Six Sigma, and a newer methodology known as Achieving Competitive Excellence (ACE(TM)) Furthermore, a computer-based model has been developed to help organizations select the best CI methodology to implement in order to best achieve their goals
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