Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice Professor Jiju Antony & Dr Maneesh Kumar Download free books at Professor Jiju Antony & Dr Maneesh Kumar Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice Download free eBooks at bookboon.com 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 Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice Contents Contents List of Editors and Contributors 10 Acknowledgements 12 13 Introduction to Book 1 Does Size matter for Six Sigma implementation? 17 Abstract 17 Introduction 18 Literature Review 20 Research Methodology Sampling method and procedure Findings from the survey Conclusion References 360° thinking 2 Lean Six Sigma: Exploring future potential and challenges Abstract 21 21 21 30 31 35 35 360° thinking 360° thinking Discover the truth at www.deloitte.ca/careers © Deloitte & Touche LLP and affiliated entities Discover the truth at www.deloitte.ca/careers © Deloitte & Touche LLP and affiliated entities Download free eBooks at bookboon.com © Deloitte & Touche LLP and affiliated entities Discover the truth4at www.deloitte.ca/careers Click on the ad to read more © Deloitte & Touche LLP and affiliated entities D Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice Contents 2.1 Introduction 36 2.2 Evolution of the Lean Six Sigma methodology 36 2.3 Key differences 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 63 Market Need Increase your impact with MSM Executive Education For almost 60 years Maastricht School of Management has been enhancing the management capacity of professionals and organizations around the world through state-of-the-art management education Our broad range of Open Enrollment Executive Programs offers you a unique interactive, stimulating and multicultural learning experience Be prepared for tomorrow’s management challenges and apply today For more information, visit www.msm.nl or contact us at +31 43 38 70 808 or via admissions@msm.nl the globally networked management school For more information, visit www.msm.nl or contact us at +31 43 38 70 808 or via admissions@msm.nl Executive Education-170x115-B2.indd Download free eBooks at bookboon.com 18-08-11 15:13 Click on the ad to read more Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice Contents 4.3 Software Application Evaluation 64 4.4 5S Sustainability Audit Development 65 4.5 Proof of Concept Testing 67 4.6 Analysis of Data 69 4.7 Conclusions and Recommendations 72 4.8 References 72 5 The Impact of 5-S on Organizational Culture: A case study 73 Abstract 73 5.1 Introduction 74 5.2 74 Literature Review 5.3 Methodology 77 5.4 Results 78 5.5 Conclusion 84 5.6 References 85 6 Application of Design for Six Sigma Processes to the Design of an Aero Gas Turbine 87 Abstract 88 6.1 Introduction 88 6.2 Define 89 6.3 Characterise 95 6.4 Optimise 100 GOT-THE-ENERGY-TO-LEAD.COM We believe that energy suppliers should be renewable, too We are therefore looking for enthusiastic new colleagues with plenty of ideas who want to join RWE in changing the world Visit us online to find out what we are offering and how we are working together to ensure the energy of the future Download free eBooks at bookboon.com Click on the ad to read more Lean Six Sigma: Research and Practice Contents 6.5 Verify 103 6.6 105 Application of DFSS to a HP Turbine Disc 6.7 Conclusions 117 6.8 References 118 7 Creating a Product Development Process Integrating DFSS at XYZ 119 Abstract 119 7.1 Introduction 119 7.2 XYZ and the Need for Design for Six Sigma 120 7.3 Integration vs Project-Driven Design for Six Sigma 122 7.4 Requirements on the new Product Development Process 123 7.5 Developing for Six Sigma at XYZ – the Process on a Map 127 7.6 DFSS Infrastructure at XYZ 130 7.7 Discussion 132 7.8 Conclusions 135 7.9 References 135 8 Six Sigma in Administration – past its use by date? 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