Many of the techniques and methodologies in the Lean/Six Sigma area have their roots in the automotive industry. While failure mode and effects
3 Examples of Design of Experiments (DOE) Methodology in Practice
Using the design of experiments method (DOE) is a great way to determine what factors are in control of the final output of your processes. It's a
Importance of Mistake Proofing in the Construction Industry
The importance of quality control and good results is very important in the construction industry. It's critical to ensure that a building project is
Lean Manufacturing: Keeping America Comfortable On A La-Z-Boy
Are you ready for the Super Bowl? Later this week, there is going to be over 100 million people tuning into that uniquely American sporting event.
[VIDEO] All-American Pride of La-Z-Boy and Super Bowl Sunday
Super Bowl Sunday is fast approaching, and America is ready for the big game! Burgers and brats for the grill and beer is being iced down all in
How Should an Organization Apply the PDCA Cycle?
The PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) cycle is a very powerful tool for driving your organization towards continuous improvement, and when applied correctly,
Common Cause vs. Special Cause Variation
Variation is something that Six Sigma tries to remedy as much as possible, as it tends to be harmful to most businesses' operations. Of course, there
Root Cause Analysis (RCA) – Identifying the Real Problem for Results
The core of root cause analysis (RCA) is to properly identify the underlying problems of an issue. It is one of the most widely used retrospective
[VIDEO] RCA – The 5 Whys and the Fishbone Diagram
A root cause analysis (RCA) is a means to get to the bottom of a problem or unexpected event. Root cause analyses are important to undertake when your