Discussion

Prior to beginning work on this discussion forum, read Chapter 13 of your course text, the A Learning Process Model to Achieve Continuous Improvement and Innovation article, and watch the Lean Six Sigma Explained - Animation (Links to an external site.) video.

Discuss the purpose and applications of Six Sigma. Compare Six Sigma with lean manufacturing by completing the following:

• What are the similarities and differences?
• Can these processes be used together to form a single business philosophy?
• What were W. Edwards Deming’s theoretical contributions to the development of Six Sigma and lean manufacturing, and how could these principles be deployed in your place of employment?
• Analyze quality management practices in your organization and the impact on its organizational effectiveness.