Six Sigma and Lean
Today’s reading pick:
Implementing Six Sigma and Lean
Experienced manager and lecturer Ron Basu lists tools and techniques you can implement to make the best use of Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing, two main quality-control programs. He covers the basics for the phases of quality control and defines ongoing measurements you can use to have sustainable improvements. Basu provides a good catalog of tactics, including definitions, instructions, training requirements and precautions. He also cites case studies and a useful history of quality programs. Basu emphasizes his own “Fit Sigma” technique, more as a supercharger for Six Sigma than as a replacement. As helpful as the book is, its list-oriented structure and poor editing create stumbling blocks. You may need to reread some passages to figure out the meaning (not that this is a book you would speed read anyway).
Enjoy reading and improving!
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