Six Sigma Spreads

Six Sigma and lean are spreading to non-traditional industries, such as aviation, pharma, and financials. ...

... "Finally, six sigma is also making gains in financial services however the focus here is on revenue enhancing projects and not just cost reduction initiatives ... " ...

Via The Manufacturer: Lean Six Sigma

Airbus Lean Productivity Increase Planned

Airbus expects lean program to pay productivity dividends. ...

... "a productivity increase of 16% by 2010 through use of Lean manufacturing; and a reduction in the supplier cost base and the number of logistics centres from 80 to eight through smart buying. " ...

Via Flight Global: Airbus