Six Sigma & Lean Management Overview
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What is the primary goal of Six Sigma?

  • To achieve nearly perfect quality with minimal defects (correct)
  • To increase product variety
  • To reduce employee training costs
  • To maximize production speed

What does the 'D' in DMAIC stand for?

  • Develop
  • Deliver
  • Define (correct)
  • Design

Which of the following phases is NOT part of the DMADV framework?

  • Define
  • Analyze
  • Design
  • Assess (correct)

What is Critical to Quality (CTQ) in the context of Six Sigma?

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Which of the following best describes the Measure phase in DMADV?

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How is DMADV different from DMAIC?

<p>DMADV is aimed at developing new solutions rather than improving existing ones. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is analyzed in the Analyze phase of DMADV?

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What is a potential application of the DMADV methodology?

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What is a characteristic of VA (Value-Added) activities?

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Which of these activities is an example of NVA (Non-Value-Added) activity?

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What is the primary purpose of VA/NVA analysis?

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What is the first step in creating a Six Sigma process map?

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Which symbol indicates a decision point in a Six Sigma process map?

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What advantage does visualizing a process through process mapping provide?

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Why is it important to involve stakeholders when creating a process map?

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What can teams achieve by using process mapping?

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What does CTQ stand for and why is it important?

<p>Critical to Quality; it links customer requirements to improvement initiatives (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which step is NOT part of value stream mapping (VSM)?

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What is the primary goal of value stream mapping?

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What do VA and NVA stand for in Lean Six Sigma?

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What is the purpose of a Critical to Quality Tree (CTQ Tree)?

<p>To identify customer needs and translate them into measurable requirements (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'waste' refer to in Lean Six Sigma methodologies?

<p>Unnecessary steps or processes that do not add value to the customer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When creating a future state map in VSM, what is typically done?

<p>Display the areas for improvement intended for implementation in the next 6–12 months (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect is emphasized by CTQs in terms of customer satisfaction?

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What is the primary purpose of process mapping?

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Which component of the SIPOC acronym refers to the recipient of outputs?

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How does involving others in the process impact project implementation?

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What does a SIPOC diagram provide in the context of a Six Sigma project?

<p>High-level overview of project elements (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the 'Process' component of SIPOC?

<p>It outlines structured steps to convert inputs into outputs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a benefit of creating a process map for project teams?

<p>It ensures all members have the same understanding of the project. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of process mapping, what is the role of a 'Supplier'?

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What problem can process mapping help to identify?

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Flashcards

Six Sigma

A set of methodologies and tools to improve business processes, reducing defects and errors while increasing quality and efficiency.

DMAIC

A roadmap for Six Sigma focusing on improving existing processes.

DMADV

A Six Sigma methodology for designing new products or processes that meet customer needs.

Define (DMADV)

Identifying customer needs and wants in DMADV.

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Measure (DMADV)

Using metrics to collect data and record specifications in DMADV.

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Analyze (DMADV)

Analyzing data in DMADV to choose the best possible design.

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Critical to Quality (CTQ)

Characteristics of a product or service that are crucial to customer satisfaction.

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DMADV phases

Define, Measure, Analyze, Design, and Verify – the stages in DMADV.

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CTQ Tree

A Six Sigma tool to identify customer needs and translate them into measurable product or process requirements.

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CTQ

A measurable characteristic of a product or process that directly impacts customer satisfaction.

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Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

A Lean Six Sigma technique using a flowchart to visualize the steps in delivering a product or service to a customer.

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VSM Purpose

To analyze and optimize a process, maximizing value, minimizing waste, and improving communication and collaboration.

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Current State Map

The first step in VSM, showing the process in its current form from order to delivery.

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Future State Map

The final step in VSM, showing potential improvements to the process 6-12 months ahead.

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Value-Added (VA)

Activities that directly increase the value of a product or service for customers.

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Non-Value-Added (NVA)

Activities that do not increase the value of a product or service for customers.

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VA Activity

A value-adding activity directly contributes to the product or service's value in the eyes of the customer, changing its form, function, or fit, or transforming input into output.

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NVA Activity

A non-value-adding activity consumes resources (time, space, money) without increasing the product's value for the customer.

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VA/NVA Analysis

A technique using Lean principles to dissect a process and pinpoint non-value-adding activities for removal or improvement.

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Six Sigma Process Mapping

Using a flowchart to visualize the steps of a process or activity in a project, helping to understand and improve it.

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Process Mapping Benefits

Process mapping helps identify problems, visualize bottlenecks, and make faster decisions by offering a clear picture of how a process works.

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Terminator Symbol

In Six Sigma process mapping, a terminator symbol indicates the beginning and end of a process.

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Rectangle Symbol

In Six Sigma process mapping, a rectangle symbol represents a task or activity in the process.

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Oval Symbol

In Six Sigma process mapping, an oval symbol represents inputs and outputs of a process.

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Process Mapping

A visual representation of a project's goals and steps, outlining how those goals will be achieved.

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SIPOC Diagram

A high-level process map using Suppliers, Inputs, Process, Outputs, and Customers for a clear overview.

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Supplier (SIPOC)

The provider of inputs needed to complete a process.

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Input (SIPOC)

Materials, information, and other resources needed for a process.

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Process (SIPOC)

The structured steps used to convert inputs into outputs.

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Output (SIPOC)

The product or service resulting from a process.

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Customer (SIPOC)

The recipient of the outputs from a process.

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Benefits of Process Mapping

Process mapping helps identify areas for simplification, compare process variations, foster team understanding and buy-in, and provide a high-level project overview.

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Study Notes

Six Sigma and Lean Management

  • Six Sigma is a set of methodologies and tools to improve business processes by reducing defects and errors.
  • The goal is to achieve near-perfect quality, with only 3.4 defects per million opportunities.

DMAIC Model

  • DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) is a roadmap for Six Sigma projects.
  • It's used to improve existing processes.
  • The process involves twelve steps.

DMADV Model

  • DMADV (Define, Measure, Analyze, Design, Verify) is a six sigma methodology for designing new processes.
  • Focuses on customer needs for product or process design.
  • Different from DMAIC as it aims to develop new solutions rather than improving existing ones.
  • Define: Identify customer needs and wants through research and historical data.
  • Measure: Collect data to record specifications.
  • Analyze: Analyze collected data to choose the best possible design.
  • Design: Design and test the product, service, or process.
  • Verify: Ensure design meets requirements in simulated or real-world conditions.

Critical to Quality (CTQ)

  • A concept in Six Sigma for identifying and evaluating product/service characteristics vital to customers.
  • Used to meet or exceed customer expectations.
  • CTQs cover various aspects of products or services, such as product dimensions or prompt service delivery.
  • Foundational in the Define phase of Six Sigma projects to determine and measure CTQ customer requirements.
  • A CTQ tree helps organizations identify customer needs.
  • CTQs are critical for customer satisfaction.

Value Stream Mapping (VSM)

  • A Lean Six Sigma (LSS) technique using a flowchart.
  • Visualizes necessary steps to deliver a product or service to a customer.
  • Aims to optimize processes, reduce waste, and improve communication.
  • Involves three steps:
    • Current State Map: Illustrates the existing process from order to delivery.
    • Current State Analysis: Identifies areas for improvement in the current map.
    • Future State Map: Illustrates areas for improvement ideally within 6-12 months.
  • Uses symbols to represent information flows, work streams, value-added (VA) and non-value-added (NVA) activities.
  • Six Sigma projects use VA/NVA analysis to break down processes into individual operations, and identify waste.

SIPOC Diagram

  • A form of process mapping providing a high-level view of a Six Sigma project.

  • Provides a shared understanding of processes and how goals will be achieved.

  • Includes:

    • Suppliers: Providers of inputs to the process.
    • Inputs: Materials, information, or resources needed.
    • Process: Structured steps used to convert inputs to outputs.
    • Outputs: Products or services resulting from the process.
    • Customer: Recipient of the outputs.

  • Example: Lemonade stand.

    • Suppliers: Grocery, home stores
    • Inputs: Lemon, water, sugar, ice, etc.
    • Process: Making lemonade, preparing, selling
    • Outputs: Chilled lemonade, money
    • Customer: Thirsty pedestrians

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This quiz explores the key concepts of Six Sigma and Lean Management, including the DMAIC and DMADV models. Understand the methodologies aimed at improving processes and achieving high-quality standards. Test your knowledge on defining, measuring, analyzing, improving, and designing effective processes.

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