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Lean Six Sigma
About: Lean Six Sigma is a research topic. Over the lifetime, 1919 publications have been published within this topic receiving 29142 citations.
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TL;DR: In this article, the authors present a conceptual framework covering 13 CPs between LSS practices and Industry 4.0 technologies, the technical requirements and the expected results, which can assist future research and operational excellence projects towards digitalization.
Abstract: This paper aims to develop a conceptual framework of the implementation of the contact points (CPs) between Lean Six Sigma practices and Industry 4.0 technologies.,A systematic literature review was carried out based on two samples. A first sample containing 78 articles was analyzed through bibliometric indicators. After that, a second sample of 33 articles was analyzed in-depth according to research questions.,The conceptual framework involves 13 CPs between Lean Six Sigma (LSS) practices and I4.0 technologies (what), going through the technical requirements needed (how), categorized as information technology (IT), automation and competence requirements, to finally present the main results reported in the literature (why).,This paper presents an innovative perspective of interactions between digital technologies and LSS practices, expanding knowledge about Digital LSS. Such perspective gives emphasis to the importance of technical requirements, such as communication and connectivity protocols, network topology, machine-to-machine communication (M2M), human–machine interfaces (HMI), as well as analytical and digital skills.,The managerial implications regarding the digitalization of LSS practices address the investments required for the acquisition and maintenance of cyber-physical systems (CPS). Moreover, there is a need for the development of skills so that operators can successfully use the new technologies in a context of continuous improvement.,This paper presents a conceptual framework covering 13 CPs between LSS practices and Industry 4.0 technologies, the technical requirements and the expected results. It is hoped that this framework can assist future research and operational excellence projects towards digitalization.
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TL;DR: This research proposes an original and novel way for improving business performances through shop-floor audits that is particularly suitable for production consultants and managers who want to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of processes as well as audit managers.
Abstract: The main objective of this paper is to investigate how a group of companies, which are committed to process improvement by means of Total Quality Management (TQM), Lean Six Sigma and ISO 9001, have developed an audit pattern for improving the efficiency and effectiveness of shop-floor processes. Interesting findings show a precise audit pattern based on seven categories. The categories describe the processes that should be audited and key elements related. Furthermore, the categories are related to auditors' skills, management of check-lists and scheduling, internal communication and reporting to management. This pattern is compared with the more formal audit pattern used for evaluating compliance with the ISO 9001 standard. The found pattern is particularly suitable for production consultants and managers who want to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of processes as well as audit managers. This research proposes an original and novel way for improving business performances through shop-floor audits.
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TL;DR: The purpose of this paper is to review the existing Lean, Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma implementation models and frameworks and present a new conceptual framework designed specifically for Six Sigma development.
Abstract: The purpose of this paper is to review the existing Lean, Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma implementation models and frameworks and present a new conceptual framework designed specifically for manufact...
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TL;DR: Burgers Ergon in the Netherlands decided to take safety seriously and start a Lean Six Sigma project to improve employee safety on construction sites as discussed by the authors, which was later extended to other companies.
Abstract: Burgers Ergon in the Netherlands decided to take safety seriously and start a Lean Six Sigma project to improve employee safety on construction sites.
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