Establishing a mission, vision, and risk culture won’t happen overnight; nor is it easy. One CRO described it as a “cultural journey” in which risk and resilience principles slowly permeate into all levels of the organization. Lorie Rupp, who has been the C...
In the literature of six sigma, one can see that an organization is classified as either 'world-class' or 'industry average' or 'non-competitive' based on the sigma level – the milestone – it achieves at a given point of time. It is well known that, in an organization, many critical...
The only arguable exception to this is viruses. They are not composed of cells, but are said to be "living." Theme#2 - Organization Complex organization patterns are found in all living organisms. They arrange themselves on very small levels, grouping like things together. On larger levels, ...
In the early 1990s, US West was an organization that was leading the charge in telecommunications. At the time, their buildings were being plagued by disruptive false fire alarms. How it was dealt with is a great example of how to apply the Six Sigma quality improvement process, a method ...
She has even founded an organization that helps to free slaves and give them a second chance in life.After getting her freedom back, she wanted more. She wanted a life, the life that she had always dreamed of even though she was realistic enough to know that her chances were limited. ...
The organization provides free technology-including computers, iPads and robots-to children ___ against cancer and other serious illnesses.One of the major goals of Morissette's work is to ___kids to their classrooms. This helps them continue their education despite multiple hospitalizations...
Lean Six Sigma certification has two main benefits for organizations, according to Ungar: The methodology aims to create a “culture of continuous improvement” and offers design and process tools that can help an organization achieve better results. As a tool for maximizing efficiency and quality...
Authoritative leadership is about vision and empowerment. Authoritative leaders decide on goals, leaving their followers free to choose how to achieve them. This style works best when a department or organization lacks direction. However, being authoritative shouldn't be confused with laying down the ...
A Six Sigma project sponsor plays a key role in Six Sigma methodology who provides overall support, guidance, and resources to ensure the success of a Six Sigma project. The project sponsor is typically a high-level executive or manager within the organization who has the authority to allocate...
Lean Six Sigma uses the Six Sigma methodology (define, measure, analyze, improve, control) with the specific goal of eliminating waste in a company's, or other organization's, processes or use or materials—that is, making it "leaner." It derives in part from the principles of lean manufa...