lean six sigma research and practice

Professor Jiju Antony & Dr. Maneesh Kumar Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice Download free books at Download free eBooks at bookboon.com 2 Professor Jiju Antony & Dr. Maneesh Kumar Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice Download free eBooks at bookboon.com 3 Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice © 2011 Professor Jiju Antony, Dr. Maneesh Kumar & bookboon.com ISBN 978-87-7681-768-8 Download free eBooks at bookboon.com Click on the ad to read more Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice 4 Contents Contents List of Editors and Contributors 10 Acknowledgements 12 Introduction to Book 13 1 Does Size matter for Six Sigma implementation? 17 Abstract 17 Introduction 18 Literature Review 20 Research Methodology 21 Sampling method and procedure 21 Findings from the survey 21 Conclusion 30 References 31 2 Lean Six Sigma: Exploring future potential and challenges 35 Abstract 35 www.sylvania.com We do not reinvent the wheel we reinvent light. Fascinating lighting offers an infinite spectrum of possibilities: Innovative technologies and new markets provide both opportunities and challenges. An environment in which your expertise is in high demand. Enjoy the supportive working atmosphere within our global group and benefit from international career paths. Implement sustainable ideas in close cooperation with other specialists and contribute to influencing our future. Come and join us in reinventing light every day. Light is OSRAM Download free eBooks at bookboon.com Click on the ad to read more Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice 5 Contents 2.1 Introduction 36 2.2 Evolution of the Lean Six Sigma methodology 36 2.3 Key dierences between Lean and Six Sigma 37 2.4 Advantages and disadvantages of LSS 39 2.5 Research Survey 39 2.6 Key Opportunities and the Future 42 2.7 Paper Conclusions 44 2.8 References 45 3 Lean Production implementation: case studies in Italian non repetitive companies 46 Abstract 46 3.1 Introduction 46 3.2 Literature review and research objectives 47 3.3 Research model and methodology 50 3.4 Case Studies empirical results 51 3.5 Conclusions and future developments 59 3.6 References 59 4 Development of a 5S Sustainability Model for use with Lean and/or Six Sigma projects 62 Abstract 62 4.1 Introduction 62 4.2 Market Need 63 360° thinking . © Deloitte & Touche LLP and affiliated entities. Discover the truth at www.deloitte.ca/careers