Have you ever faced a large amount of information—maybe customer feedback, project ideas, or complex data—that seems messy and hard to handle? You know the answers are in there, but how do you find the key themes and common points? Affinity mapping offers you a clear...
In Lean Six Sigma, a control chart can display two types of variation, specific cause variation (points outside of the limits or a nonrandom pattern) and common cause variation. When the control charts for a process measure show a random pattern or variation, it is...
What is a Six Sigma Project Charter? The project charter is a Two-page document in 6 Sigma that uses a process improvement project. The charter provides data-driven information that explains the necessity of the project. The Six Sigma project...
What is a “Cause and Effect Diagram”? A cause-effect diagram tool (also C&E Diagram) can be used for example in categories to organize the possible causes of a problem or effect. It is displayed graphically and suggests causal relationships between...
When organizations embark on improvement initiatives, they often overlook a critical first step that determines success or failure. This fundamental component, known as a baseline measure, serves as the cornerstone for meaningful progress evaluation and strategic...