SIPOC (Suppliers-Inputs-Process-Output-Customers) Diagram

SIPOC (Suppliers-Inputs-Process-Output-Customers) is basically a diagram – a tool used in Six Sigma methodology. Of late, it has been the focus of many inquiries and discussions. It is explained in detail in the following paragraphs. Before a process improvement project begins, the team uses the SIPOC diagram for identifying all the relevant elements of it. This […]

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Correlation between Lean and Six Sigma

Lean operates on the principles of removing wastes of any process, thus accelerating the velocity, and reducing process costs. It basically focuses on speed. Six Sigma operates on the principles of reduction of variations and improvement of process yield. It basically focuses on the quality of any given service or product. Quality and speed and complementing factors, and thus Lean

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5 Why – A method of solving the problem using root cause

Method 5 Why [Asking five time “Why?”] perhaps the simplest among the variety of ideas born by Toyota. But at the same time incredibly strong. And besides, it is very famous. Currently, the technique of determining the root cause of a problem with a five-fold “Why” question is used in the concepts of lean manufacturing, Kaizen, 6

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Process mapping for Business – Flow Steps with Example

A process mapping is a strategic visual presentation to demonstrate the workflow for particular process. It may also include the sequences of functions that straightforward entire structure of processes. Most of the businesses are using this diagram to presenting their processes with graphical tools. Simply the process mapping is the systematic technique to describe entire

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Statistical process control (SPC): Quality Tools

“Statistical process control (SPC) is a Process to determine the appropriate statistical technique to enhance visibility to quality information of product characteristic and process capability. “ What is Statistical process control (SPC)? || Why SPC? || Statistical process control (SPC) Process Flow: Table || Process Control || Variation || Process control chart || Type of data for statistical process control || X – Bar R chart (Average and range

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The Initial stages for the Management Planning Process

Management Planning Process is the strategic process plan on based of organization’s objectives and targets. The Initial stages in the process is defines a design of process to meet its targets. Management planning process elements are: Establish Objectives and targets Identify resources Analyze the Situation Establish Strategies to Reach targets Prioritize objectives and tasks according

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ANOVA Gauge R&R

Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility (ANOVA Gauge R&R) is a technique of Measurement Systems Analysis. It evaluates the measurement system using the ANOVA (Analysis of Variance) Random Effects model. This evaluation is not only limited to gauges, but also applicable to measurement systems like test methods, measuring instruments, and others. ANOVA Gauge R&R determines the viability of a

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What is Activity-Based Costing (ABC)?

An Activity-based costing (ABC) is a costing method that identifies overhead activities in an organization and assigns each product’s cost to each activity’s actual consumption of each. This, in the process, builds up overhead costs for products in a more logical manner than the traditional approach of allocating costs based on equipment hours. The Activity

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5S Methodology – 5S Workplace organization technique

What is 5S Methodology? || Elements of 5S || How to effectively implementation 5S? || 5S Red Tag || 5S Audit || 5S audit Procedure || 5S Scoring Table || 5S Assessment Report   In recent years, organizations are well aware of modern techniques and methods to implement quality management and adopting advance systems like total quality management, lean manufacturing, material flow cost accounting etc., to enhance capability of

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