Books in the Continuous Improvement Series series

This book will explain these concepts by using a simple methodology that will bring a much greater level of understanding to those that use it by providing a detailed description of the method, using common language, real-world examples to illustrate the concept, and instructions on easy implementation.

This book will provide an integrated approach by combining data quality and process quality approaches for ensuring robust quality. When the two concepts are combined, industry can achieve rapid improvements with accurate results and decisions.

Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) is in demand for new processes and companies looking to innovate. This book will explain how the DFSS methodology begins with defining the problem or opportunity which then leads to two paths: 1) If it has never been done before, design it right the first time using DFSS. 2) If it already exists and needs to be fixed, use reactive tools such as DMAIC to proceed. Using DFSS, the approach can be simple to meet customer needs by understanding requirements, considering current process capability, finding and fixing gaps, and verifying predictions to have an end result of a happy customer.

This book brings together experts in the manufacturing, healthcare, logistics, and energy sectors to examine what enables success in innovative project collaborations between researchers and practitioners. Understanding what enables success in various industries will help organizations become more competitive through strategic partnerships.