Module 7 Individual T

1. Research the criteria for the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award or a similar quality award provided by another organization. Investigate a company that has received this award. What steps did the company take to earn it? What are the benefits of earning a quality
award? Summarize your findings in a short, 1-page paper to management. Worth 30 Points.

2. Review the information in this chapter about Six Sigma principles and Six Sigma organizations. Brainstorm ideas for a potential Six Sigma project that could improve quality on your campus, at your workplace, or in your community. Write a short 1-page paper describing one project
idea and explain why it would be a Six Sigma project. Review and discuss how you could use the DMAIC process on this project. Worth 30 Points.

The paper should be formatted using APA style which includes double spacing, 1 inch margins, a title page, properly formatted references, and a reference page.