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Six sigma is a method that provides an organization with the tools needed to improve business processes and increase performance through a variety of concepts. It applies to various industries whatever their business model is from electronics (as Motorola proved it in the late 80s) to the industry sectors such as the automotive field as well as the service industries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Digital transformation has become the center of every conversation in business settings due to its many advantages. New technologies and tools are supporting this transformation journey for small and big companies whose goal it is to implement a culture of continuous improvement and maximize efficiency, while growing in today\u2019s fast-paced and competitive environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this digital transformation to be successful, it must be supported by quality control management techniques. One of the most influential methods that has become very popular during the last 30 years is Six Sigma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s a proven method that provides an organization with the tools needed to continuously improve business processes towards perfection, while increasing performance, profits, employee morale and the quality of products and services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What is lean six sigma?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Six sigma<\/strong> is a method as well as a fact-based, data-driven philosophy that was developed by Motorola in the 1980s when the company had issues satisfying its customers and needed a solution to optimize its manufacturing processes and waste reduction while giving a competitive advantage. Lean six sigma<\/strong> is a business improvement strategy that integrates two different approaches: Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The objective of six sigma is the detection and elimination of the types of waste also known as the causes responsible for the failures or issues in the processes that affect the critical characteristics of the products or services that are of vital importance for the clients. Its engine is the powerful DMAIC process: Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The lean manufacturing approach seeks to increase the speed of processes by eliminating inefficiencies and optimizing value creation. Lean methodology tools such as SMED, JIT or Standardized Work help increase the flexibility, reliability, productivity and quality of the processes, products and services of companies and organizations in different sectors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s break down lean and six sigma into its respective parts to get a better understanding:<\/p>\n\n\n\n