| | | | | | | | Neither statement is true, say the hosts of Behind the Curtain: Adventures in Continuous Improvement, who offer compelling perspectives about why the division between lean and Six Sigma exists—and why it shouldn't. |
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| | | | | | At high-performing companies, 'no problem' is treated as a problem. |
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| | Off-spec batches start with process drift nobody caught in time. Here's what to measure, and when, before variability becomes a quality event. Courtesy of Chemical Processing, which is, like IndustryWeek, an Endeavor Business Media property. |
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| | On the contrary, many disciplines can excel as lean facilitators. Qualities such as humility, critical thinking and the ability to work as a team are key, regardless of one's background or education, say the hosts of Behind the Curtain. |
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| | | From the IndustryWeek Archives |
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| | | | | From the IW archives: You can’t call effectively call out issues without a clear process--and management must take the lead. |
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| | Strong leadership, a common strategic vision and a focus on meeting customers' needs are required to change the culture to one of teamwork and cooperation. |
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