tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:51:46 +0000http://www.sixthsigma.com/Frank MBlogger3492125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-3252535425100633724Sun, 27 Apr 2008 23:14:00 +00002008-04-28T17:51:46.779-05:00sikorsky-aircraftspsspredictive-maintenancepredictive-analyticsprogram-managementsoftware-for-six-sigmamaintenancecustomer-satisfactionassuranceSikorsky Aircraft, leader in design and manufacture of advanced helicopters, will use SPSS Predictive Analytics software to predict maintenance needs driving customer satisfaction and aircraft safety in its helicopter fleets. ... ... "Sikorsky offers customers various maintenance assurance programs to help improve aircraft availability and operate their fleet at a known cost. Included in http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/predictive-equipment-maintenance.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-6850509285189298945Sat, 26 Apr 2008 23:58:00 +00002008-04-26T18:59:22.194-05:00videoeducationmanufacturing-excellenceskillshttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/education-key-to-manufacturing-future.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-2042377997066732568Fri, 25 Apr 2008 01:14:00 +00002008-04-24T20:19:55.972-05:00applicationgeneral-electriclean-six-sigmawebinartrainingamerican-statistical-associationapproachfactory-floorAmerican Statistical Association offers web-based training program on April 30. ... ... "The session, Beyond the Factory Floor: Succeeding with Lean Six Sigma Outside of Manufacturing, will be presented by Roger Hoerl of GE Corporate Research. The webinar will briefly review the dramatic rise of the service economy, discuss challenges to proper application of Lean Six Sigma there, and then http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/lean-six-sigma-training.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-3496726184251099968Wed, 23 Apr 2008 22:08:00 +00002008-04-23T17:09:55.836-05:00cfdabn-amrosoftware-productscomputational-fluid-dynamicsmodelingdfssdesign-for-six-sigmaComputational fluid dynamics algorithms are used in modeling and simulation of computer data centers to understand designs before implementation. ... ... "For future modeling, ABN AMRO will buy Six Sigma software. They'll drop a bunch of hypothetical servers into a hypothetical CFD data center and gauge the outcome ... " ... Via Search, DataCenter: CFD modelinghttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/modeling-software-with-six-sigma.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-4082136772222929457Tue, 22 Apr 2008 11:00:00 +00002008-04-22T05:48:27.041-05:00product-developmentcompetitiveengineeringcost-reductionglobalizationcompetitioncfo-perspectiveadidasindustrypressurefootwear-industrylean-manufacturingnikeFootwear manufacturers drive operating efficiencies through the application of lean manufacturing techniques. ... ... "Adidas AG CFO Robin Stalker said the company was well situated: We believe we are extremely well positioned competitively, vis-a-vis our competitors, in terms of lean manufacturing and engineering of our product. " ... Via Footwear News: Crisishttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/footwear-lean-manufacturing-creates.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-7564635140401175656Mon, 21 Apr 2008 22:41:00 +00002008-04-21T17:44:37.983-05:00gegeneral-electricjack-welchsix-sigmaoperational-efficiencyjeffrey-immeltGE may be a victim of its past successes, as it becomes challenging for the current CEO, Immelt, to replicate the stellar performance of the GE of the past, with Jack Welch at the helm, which leveraged Six Sigma for consistent operating efficiencies coupled with growth gains. ... ... "The 40-plus price-to-earnings multiple came from a nutty euphoria generated by recurring Fortune covers, http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/six-sigma-fever-challenges-ge.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-1519704659311145207Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:19:00 +00002008-04-20T14:26:07.365-05:00critical-to-qualityctqnew-productsdevelopmentcustomer-analysisverification-phasedfssThe use of models and simulations can accelerate innovation in a product development process that leverages DFSS methods. ... ... "A model-driven development process used in the context of a DFSS methodology can play a vital role in ensuring that the CTQs defined in the Customer Analysis phase are met in the final Verification phase. " ... Via Embedded: Design for Six Sigma methodologyhttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/model-driven-dfss.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-2999415720742716836Sat, 19 Apr 2008 14:26:00 +00002008-04-19T09:30:29.569-05:00process-improvementlean-six-sigmanordam-groupprogram-managementtrainingexpert-problem-solversblack-beltNordam Group continues its journey applying Lean Six Sigma by levarging its talent. ... ... "In the last two years, NORDAM has introduced Six Sigma and LEAN principles throughout its businesses to maximize efficiency in manufacturing and repair processes. Since, 13 stakeholders have successfully completed training projects and are now certified Six Sigma black belts. The team of expert http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/nordam-group-lean-six-sigma-journey.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-2725432263523764559Fri, 18 Apr 2008 22:12:00 +00002008-04-18T17:13:58.795-05:00videoprocess-maplean-six-sigmamappinghttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/process-mapping-in-lean-six-sigma.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-1138866550270748441Fri, 18 Apr 2008 01:23:00 +00002008-04-17T20:29:13.420-05:00lean-methodsinitiativehuttig-building-productsearnings-decreaseoperational-efficiencylean-manufacturingefficiencyHuttig Building Products reports net loss of $9.8 million for the 2008 first quarter compared to a net loss of $3.4 million in the corresponding year ago quarter. Net sales also declined by 25%, as the company adjusts its business strategy to seek efficiencies and conserve capital through lean methods. ... ... "Looking ahead, Huttig is implementing a LEAN manufacturing initiative to http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/huttig-lean-manufacturing-initiative.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-8811216481488233301Thu, 17 Apr 2008 01:06:00 +00002008-04-16T20:11:27.416-05:00medical-industrygeneral-electriclaboratoryinitiativehospitaleliminate-defectssix-sigmatestingcycle-timeefficiencyHospital laboratory uses Six Sigma to drive its efficiency initiative. Cycle times for testing are decreasing. ... ... "The lab is also using the principles of Six Sigma, a system meant to help companies eliminate defects that has been embraced by General Electric and other manufacturers. " ... Via The StarPhoenix: Saskatoon Health Regionhttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/laboratory-six-sigma.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-7348557991293685667Tue, 15 Apr 2008 11:10:00 +00002008-04-15T05:54:55.266-05:00aprisocase-studyfoundationvisibilitymedical-industrylean-six-sigmalife-sciencesmanufacturing-operationsmedical-devicemestraceabilityflex-netlean-manufacturingApriso will discus lean case study on April 17 event. ... ... "Apriso's Industry Director for Life Sciences, Rick Gallisa, will demonstrate how software can be an enabler to implementing sustainable Lean/Six Sigma programs including e-Kanban across highly complex manufacturing environments found within the Medical Device industry. Apriso FlexNet provides complete visibility, traceability and http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/lean-sixsigma-medical-manufacturing.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-7041500018212749601Mon, 14 Apr 2008 11:00:00 +00002008-04-14T05:56:47.624-05:00videoframeworksix-sigmarfidtestingAn RFID testing framework is discussed ... http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/six-sigma-testing-framework.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-4259748306503039546Mon, 14 Apr 2008 00:20:00 +00002008-04-13T19:26:12.852-05:00process-improvementmethodologyoperational-efficiencycintasCintas President and Chief Operating Officer was instrumental in the company's operational efficiency efforts, using Six Sigma methodology. ... ... "That led Cintas into implementing Six Sigma, a process-improvement methodology to increase efficiency across the company and an effort Holloman led before being named vice president of global supply chain management. " ... Via Cincinnati http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/cintas-six-sigma-efficiency-program.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-4440312602217822155Sun, 13 Apr 2008 01:12:00 +00002008-04-12T20:44:46.236-05:00balanced-scorecardeventlean-six-sigmabreyfoglebeyondInteresting event queued next week on Lean Six Sigma ... ... "Forrest W. Breyfogle III, will speak at Century College in White Bear Lake on Tuesday, April 15, on why businesses should go beyond Lean Six Sigma and the Balanced Scorecard. " ... Via Hutchinson Leader: Century College Eventhttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/breyfogle-on-beyond-lean-six-sigma.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-2739618597003351391Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:35:00 +00002008-04-09T19:38:12.876-05:00visibilityminitabquality-managementmonitoringprojectdashboardMonitor improvement projects on a quality dashboard ... ... "The new Quality Companion Dashboard aggregates the essential details of your quality improvement projects and summarizes them for you on a single screen ... " ... Via Minitab: Whats New in Quality Companion 2.4http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/quality-companion-dashboard.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-5734602848061839771Tue, 08 Apr 2008 22:19:00 +00002008-04-08T17:30:16.895-05:00initiativexerium-technologiesprogram-managementoperational-efficiencyfinancialsgrowthlean-manufacturingGlobal manufacturing company, Xerium Tech, supports the paper production industry with products and reports its financial results. It is executing a turnaround plan that includes lean manufacturing to lay the operational efficiency foundation for its strategic growth plan. ... ... "These growth program costs for the year ended December 31, 2007 include expenses incurred for our lean http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/lean-manufacturing-enables-xerium.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-2160423977779591676Mon, 07 Apr 2008 23:58:00 +00002008-04-07T19:02:29.746-05:00eventmanufacturing-operationsfreescale-semiconductormethodologyimprovementstate-texaskaizenjapanese-management-techniquesSemiconductor manufacturer uses kaizen methods to sustain its improvement efforts and keep its facility capable of serving the industry needs at a competitive cost. ... ... "Small groups of workers and managers have spent a week or more in meetings - coming up with dozens of small steps that lead to productivity improvements. The kaizen events are modeled after methods that Japanese companieshttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/semiconductor-manufacturing-benefits.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-1475304848276065610Sun, 06 Apr 2008 19:05:00 +00002008-04-06T14:08:09.032-05:00structuredesign-of-experimentsmethodologydoetaguchiprojectGreat reference for design of experiments and Taguchi methods. ... ... "An effective way to improve performance is to optimize the engineering designs of products or processes by experimental means. A structured and economical way to study projects whose performance depends on many factors is to apply the experimental method known as design of experiments ... " ... Via Quality Digest: A http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/design-of-experiments-leads-to-better.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-1042151356487174299Fri, 04 Apr 2008 01:17:00 +00002008-04-03T20:18:44.283-05:00videoenvironmental-stewardshipmanufacturing-processdesign-for-leanbluefinderhttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/bluefinder-manufacturing-design.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-5663816021630451540Thu, 03 Apr 2008 01:23:00 +00002008-04-02T20:31:57.088-05:00lean-enterprisevisionenterprisetrainingplanningmanaging-changechangecommitmentManage the change in the enterprise associated with lean manufacturing through workforce incentives, articulated vision, thorough planning, training, and commitment of resources. ... ... "The first step to successful marketing is identifying those customers, both internal and external, to whom the lean enterprise is to be targeted, such as executives, employees, investors, customers and http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/sustain-lean-enterprise.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-7866728239107625314Wed, 02 Apr 2008 00:15:00 +00002008-04-01T19:20:36.784-05:00process-improvementfocuscase-studymotorolatrendsMotorola may have lost its focus in the phone market as it emphasized efficiency over innovation and differentiation. ... ... "The real question is: is it possible for a company to become so engrossed in its process improvements that it fails to notice some vital trends in the marketplace? This may well have been the case with Motorola. " ... Via domain-b: Motorola Six Sigmahttp://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/04/motorola-six-sigma-weakness.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-6123639733613304059Mon, 31 Mar 2008 19:15:00 +00002008-03-31T14:23:01.172-05:00customer-focusturnaroundinitiativeplatformimprovementvertis-communicationsplanningmanagement-processquality-executionoperational-excellenceresultsVertis Communications reports its fiscal results and describes its turnaround plan which includes the use of lean and Six Sigma methods to drive operational excellence. ... ... "The Company implemented a turnaround plan in early 2007 involving new management and a multi-faceted turnaround strategy that includes: 1) gaining a better understanding of customer's expectations and a commitment http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/03/operational-turnaround-through-six.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-6182631803993799335Fri, 28 Mar 2008 15:17:00 +00002008-03-28T10:18:38.601-05:00videoautomationroboticsmanufacturing-cellRobotic automation used in manufacturing cell ... http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/03/manufacturing-cell-automation.htmFrank Mtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6706504.post-1118863053503145241Thu, 27 Mar 2008 11:00:00 +00002008-03-26T23:06:04.847-05:00process-improvementwork-simplificationstandard-registerlean-six-sigmaStandard Register's history shows early focus on process improvement to achieve worker productivity. ... ... "During the war a group of industrial engineers had developed a technique they called Work Simplification. Essentially it was a formula by which any production worker could arrive at improvements on his own job or show others how to improve their jobs. " ... Via Standard Register: http://www.sixthsigma.com/2008/03/historical-perspective-on-process.htmFrank M