Sunday, May 17th, 2009

This is one of the main reasons that Lean Six Sigma training has become an important factor of all Lean implementation projects.Here are some popular Lean Six Sigma training options or methods that businesses can use to achieve the desired results.Classroom TrainingClassroom training is just like attending a school or college lecture - with the only difference that candidates do not have to pass exams to get to the next grade. Candidates may apply for Six Sigma certification exams later on, but during the training it is not required.Candidates are expected to be self-motivated, obviously because they have to improve their career profile and skill levels. For classroom Lean training, an expert is usually hired from outside the organization.This is done because it employees are often more attentive to an outsider, as compared to someone from inside the organization.Classroom training is certainly cost-effective - but just like any other good thing, it also has some shortcomings. The main problem is that there is no real motivation for the trainer to reach out to the candidates and make them understand the basics. If the candidates also do not show interest, all the effort and money will simply go down the drain.This is why many businesses offer incentives to both trainers and candidates. The ...
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Monday, May 11th, 2009

Six Sigma is a management methodology that makes use of data and statistical scrutiny, which provides companies with an ability to identify consumer needs and design a consistent and high-class method to meet those requirements. Simply put, it is a process devised to increase productivity and reduce costs. The statistical term 'Sigma' is a measure for determining how off beat a process is from its set standards. This method is known to have no more than 3.4 defects per million opportunities and is a pioneer in data driven decision-making. Various companies all over the world have integrated their policies with 6-Sigma's disciplined structure to attain optimum competence. The process not only scrutinizes a company's existing systems and performance but also suggests changes to make it perfect.Advantages Of Online LearningBusiness owners and executives look for training sessions on 6-Sigma in order to understand the concept and implement it. However, it becomes difficult for many of them to spare time from their hectic schedule to attend the sessions and hence prefer online training. The benefits of online training are as given below:-Online 6-Sigma training provides flexibility to students to commence and end the course according to their individual schedules. They have an option of taking the entire course in small sections to acquire better ...
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Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Every Six Sigma project that you undertake requires that you listen to the voice of the customer. This is because if you assimilate what the customers' needs are, you will be able to bring about changes accordingly.Collecting data is the most important process in the Measure phase. This is the foundation upon all subsequent actions are decided upon. There are a few things to be considered in this process, the time required to gather the data, the cost involved and the pros and cons for the process are among others.The telephone surveys of customers are based on samples collected from amongst the entire population. If the data collection is done properly, such samples can be generalized to the entire population. However, such telephone surveys prove to be expensive though the information collected is very valuable. Another disadvantage of such surveys is that if the questions are standardized, then it could prove to be a very rigid interaction, with the possibility that the data being received could be incorrect.Mail surveys can get some good quantifiable data without being as expensive as telephone surveys. If the questionnaires are well drafted and designed, they can yield substantial information. However, the responses may take some time to come, and the feedback may come in very late, ...
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Thursday, April 9th, 2009

The advantage of E-learning is not just restricted to children. Its utility is even more apparent for adults - and more so for those who are working professionals and want to pursue continuing education. It is equally popular with companies that want to undertake Six Sigma online training.Without having to put in extra employee time, traveling costs, and scheduling trainings, online training proves to be very useful. Companies are putting E-learning to the best use for Six Sigma training.Training of Green Belts, Yellow Belts, and Black Belts in the initial stages, followed by E-learning and Six Sigma online training as a means of further training, benefits the staff to a great extent.Why Is E-Learning So Popular?One of the advantages of Six Sigma online training is that as the training happens at the location of the student's choice, companies have to spend less on the traveling of the employees from one place to another.They can even study beyond their working times as well. It has been observed that many companies have achieved great returns on investment by using online learning methodologies as compared to instructor-led classroom methodologies. It has also been found that learning online happens much faster than classroom sessions.Another reason that companies opt for Six Sigma online training is that such ...
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Thursday, March 26th, 2009

No matter what, your business will benefit from Six Sigma certification; unless, of course, some unforseen situation happens to disrupt the implementation of the Six Sigma methodology; not the least of which is inadequate Six Sigma training.Six Sigma Certification - Will It Really Benefit Your Organization?The success of Six Sigma certification and implementation depends on many factors. It requires nothing less than a relentless effort and dedication to see that it succeeds. Although specific procedures may be in place, an equal responsibility lies on upper management to dedicate their 100% of their time and resources to this mammoth task. The top and bottom ends of your business, and all those in between, need to come together with single minded contributions to make Six Sigma certification and implementation successful.Six Sigma Certification Benefits To Your Business - An OverviewYou need to realize that, before the real implementation begins with Six Sigma methodology, the groundwork needs to be laid. Depending on the size and culture of your business, your team needs to have a brainstorming session, with key focus on potential benefits and consequences of having your employees attain Six Sigma certification. As the employer, you need to sponsor your employees in their Six Sigma training efforts. The decision to go for Six Sigma certification ...
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Saturday, March 14th, 2009

These days, Six Sigma certification candidates can stay home (or in the office), yet still make it to the classroom! Yes, the recent trend in Six Sigma online training has brought about this innovative tool to every candidate's door step. Six Sigma online training combines some of the proven methods of classroom training and the cost effectiveness and convenience of home study. This is a tailor-made solution for those Six Sigma certification candidates who can't leave their offices due to their workload. Some Six Sigma online training products try to mimic the classic style of the traditional classroom.Advantages Of Six Sigma Online TrainingWith Six Sigma online training you can set your own pace. Certain unique features facilitate studying at a place and time convenient to you (even breaks of time in between modules are allowed). You can take an online test so that you know where you stand. Almost all Six Sigma online training tools are interactive as a result, you don't feel the absence of the instructor at any point in time.As Department of Defense studies have shown, e-learning is equally or more effective than classroom-based instructor-led training. In terms of Six Sigma, online training proved to be more effective in courses of greater complexitySome Popular Six Sigma Online Training ToolsHere ...
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Friday, January 30th, 2009

The implementation of a Six Sigma project requires the services of professionals who are well trained in using the various tools and techniques of Six Sigma. Such professionals have to undertake a certification program or training on the various Six Sigma measurement tools and techniques they can bring into practice.Six Sigma certification is similar to other certification programs, and a certified professional is capable of utilizing their knowledge to the benefit of the organization. There are various levels of certification that can be achieved after the appropriate tests are passed.These levels are named in the same manner as martial arts grades; Green Belts, the Black Belts and Master Black Belts.The Green BeltThis is the basic level that is completed when an individual completes two weeks of training and passes the qualifying exam. All the basic essential methodologies are taught in this level, such as DMAIC and its overall usage.Green Belt training also covers project management, quality management tools and quality control tools. It also trains students on problem solving and data analysis methods.Green Belts are also trained in implementing deployment plans and ways to sustain the new changes that have been introduced.The Black BeltBlack Belt certification is given to a technically-oriented professional who completes four weeks, or around 160 hours of training ...
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Monday, January 26th, 2009

The new emphasis on quality is why businesses have now become more concerned about maintaining the quality of products and services than ever before. This in turn has created a huge demand for quality-assurance professionals who have the necessary domain knowledge and expertise to ensure the desired level of quality.It is then not surprising to know that quality-assurance has now become a viable career option and that many corporate employees who already have successful careers are planning to make a shift and make their career in the world of quality assurance.Available OptionsThere are many ways to make a career as a quality assurance professional, but if you want to get the best possible results, then you should certainly consider a Six Sigma quality control certification course. The reason for this is that Six Sigma has become the most commonly utilized quality-improvement initiative, the world over. This implies that if you get a Six Sigma certification, you will never have to worry about getting the right job.The pay package that you will get as a Six Sigma professional will depend on your overall experience and domain, but rest assured that you will get decent pay because even a beginner commands anywhere between $40,000-$60,000 a year. What is even more comforting is the fact ...
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Tuesday, January 20th, 2009

Many PMPs want to further distinguish themselves by adding the Six Sigma credential to their toolset. But what is Six Sigma all about, and how does Six Sigma certification work?Six Sigma definitions vary a bit, but they all involve the concept of quality. All at once, Six Sigma is a philosophy, a set of tools, and a methodology. See “Differing opinions on the definition of Six Sigma” for more detail on this.In a very formal Six Sigma organization, there are multiple levels of participants: Black Belt, Green Belt, Master Black Belt, Yellow Belt, White Belt, and Champions and Executives. The American Society for Quality (ASQ) provides basic descriptions of these roles in the page “Belts, Executives and Champions – What Does It All Mean?”However, there are 2 basic Six Sigma certification levels: Green Belt and Black Belt. The American Society for Quality is the leading authority in the quality field, but there are multiple organizations that provide training and give their own certification, which stands on their reputation and on recognition of the name ‘Six Sigma’.The Green Belt certification is the entry level certification for the field. The Green Belt analyzes and solves quality problems and is involved in quality improvement projects, and in a formal sense works under the supervision of ...
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Saturday, January 17th, 2009

All of the "Belts" play various roles in the Six Sigma project. Green Belts and Black Belts are allowed to commence, expand and lead projects in their functional areas.Project ImplementationGreen Belts are those employees who are trained to implement Six Sigma projects under the guidance of the Black Belts to achieve the desired goals. They carry out these activities along with their regular responsibilities. Green Belts spend around 25-50% percent of their time involved in the Six Sigma projects. They are aware of all the important activities that they have to carry out.They should be able to explain the importance of the y=f(x) formula to the business and the processes. They are trained in the various tools needed to carry out the data collection and for validating the measurement system. They are also well-trained on DMAIC methodology and statistics.The Black Belt coach imparts detailed instructions on the statistics and creation of histograms and pareto diagrams. This experience is valuable, and their prowess with Six Sigma methods helps them in getting promotions and incentives within the organization.Upper management also reviews the Six Sigma Green Belts' projects and provides the necessary feedback on developments and shortfalls in the project path.Monitor Project ProgressSix Sigma Green Belts are selected by the management team to receive either ...
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