Lean six sigma for engineers and managers with applied case studies

This book introduces Lean Six Sigma (LSS) to engineers and managers interested in implementing LSS at their organizations. The book provides a detailed roadmap and industry examples to aid readers in understanding and implementing the LSS system. This book discusses the LSS process to define improve...

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Main Author: Franchetti, Matthew J. (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Boca Raton, FL CRC Press Taylor & Francis Group [2015]
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Table of Contents:
  • Definition and Motivation for Lean Six Sigma
  • History and Fundamentals
  • Benefits of Lean Six Sigma
  • The Goal: Improving Quality and Reducing Costs
  • Metrics and Performance Measurement
  • Deployment Alternatives
  • Overview of Statistical Analysis
  • General Approach to Implement Lean Six Sigma
  • Training and Implementation
  • Common Pitfalls
  • Best Practices and Lessons Learned
  • Case Study 1: Logistics and Transportation Networks
  • Case Study 2: Final Assembly Operations
  • Case Study 3: High-℗ƯVolume Printing Operations
  • Case Study 4: Material Recovery and Recycling Processing Facilities
  • Case Study 5: Healthcare
  • Case Study 6: Manufacturing-Small and Medium-℗ƯSized Operations
  • Case Study 7: Manufacturing-Automotive Supplier
  • Case Study 8: Service-Emergency Plumber Dispatching
  • Case Study 9: Service-15-Minute Oil Change
  • Case Study 10: Education
  • Case Study 11: Nonprofit and Government