Six sigma for dummies

The world’s largest and most profitable companies, including GE, Bank of America, and Samsung, have leveraged Six Sigma to achieve remarkable improvements in business performance across products, processes, and work environments. Over the past decade, corporate Six Sigma programs have generated over $100 billion in bottom-line performance. Despite its effectiveness, many outside the Six Sigma community remain unaware of its principles. This guide demystifies Six Sigma for everyone, whether you’re part of an organization implementing it, a student eager to learn, or a business professional needing a refresher. With a compelling foreword by Dr. Stephen R. Covey and an afterword by Roxanne O’Brasky, this book stands out as a comprehensive and objective resource. Unlike other texts that may be overly technical or anecdotal, it teaches foundational principles, methods, and tools of this powerful problem-solving system. Readers will learn what Six Sigma entails, its organizational benefits, the DMAIC problem-solving roadmap, the Six Sigma belt system, and how to effectively use the right tools and technologies. This straightforward guide also covers the language of Six Sigma, roles and responsibilities, and essential statistical and analytical skills. It’s positioned to be the go-to resource for anyone looking to master this renowned improvement tool, echoing Covey’s sentiment that it is a must-read for all.