Six Sigma Foundations

Introduction

· Improve performance with Six Sigma

1. Introduction to Six Sigma

· What is Six Sigma?

· An overview of DMAIC

· Key roles of executives and champions

· Levels of expertise

2. Key Concepts in Six Sigma

· Critical to quality metrics

· Variation and the normal curve

· Defects per million opportunities

· Sigma levels

3. Selection of Six Sigma Projects

· Identify potential projects

· Select the Six Sigma team

4. Define Phase

· Steps in the Define phase

· Problem and goal statements

· Complete the project charter

· How to use SIPOC diagrams

5. Measure Phase

· Steps in the Measure phase

· How to map the current process

· Plan for data collection

· Types of data and graphs

· Measurement system analysis

· Process capability and sigma level

6. Analyze Phase

· Steps in the Analyze phase

· How to use the cause-effect diagram

· Introduction to hypothesis testing

· Data collection in the Analyze phase

· How to analyze graphs and charts

· How to analyze process maps

7. Improve Phase

· Steps in the Improve phase

· Generate, evaluate, and select solutions

· Reduce the risk of failure through FMEA

· Mistake proofing

· Pilot test and implement

8. Control Phase

· Steps in the Control phase

· How to use SPC charts

· The control plan

Conclusion

· Engage in Six Sigma projects