In 1985 Motorola determined that detecting and fixing defects on an individual basis would get them to Four Sigma. To get to Six Sigma they could not just fix defects. They had to fix the processes that produced the defects.
What is Six Sigma?
A measure of quality that strives for near perfection (3.4 defects per million opportunities).
A defect is anything outside of customer specifications.
An opportunity is the total quantity of chances for a defect.
A disciplined, data-driven approach and methodology for a company to produce virtually defect-free products, services, and transactions.
Processed focused
Strategically driven
Improves process capability
Reduces process variation
Data based decision making
Using the Value Added (Lean) principles you learn to add value to your processes and build a great system. With Six Sigma you learn to run the system great.
Don’t need to be a Six Sigma organization? We can help you determine what level of quality you need to strive for and what type of quality improvement process is best for you.
"I like the program because it gives us a `Real World` explanation of problems, solutions, and expectations as well as being taught by someone not reading the lessons out of a book. The interaction in the class keeps our attention and helps us realize we are not the only ones dealing with these issues." - Joe Hackney, Production Supervisor, Cimarron Trailers
“This was very eye opening for me to relate to what some of my customers may be going through in their plants as well as our plant from front to back. It set me to thinking what could I do to make GBP more value added to my customers both outside and inside the plant. You made this class very enjoyable and helped me understand more about our manufacturing! Very wonderful class.” - Diana Warden,
Green Bay Packaging
"The Lean Manufacturing workshop was presented in a way that was very insightful. The instructors kept my attention. Thank You." - Randy Williams
Thermal Engineering International
"I was very pleased with the intensity of the level of participation by all. It appears we have made considerable progress in addressing some vital systems and procedures that will in fact result in significant payback. The improvements in throughput and reduced effort and paperwork will go a long way toward achieving one of my primary goals which is to get my management staff back to practicing the skills of managing our business and looking toward the future rather than managing crisis." - Jory Gromer, General Manager, Green Bay Packaging
“Very good information that can actually be used in situations – not just theory.” - Jerry Elliott,
Grady Memorial Hospital
"Great benefit in regards to the human nature of employees. Handling of conflict. I have realized more about myself, and my own personality. How to change in positive steps. Working together in a team effort along with the process of work for employees and motivation." - Beverly Rutledge,
Aearo Technologies
