The Six Sigma Handbook, Third Edition, Chapter 7 - The Measure Phase

Overview

Main description

The following is a chapter from the fully updated and revised The Six Sigma Handbook, Third Edition. It covers the management systems and statistical tools that are the foundation of Six Sigma. The book's presentation is based on the DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) implementation strategy for Six Sigma, with focus on the management responsibilities and problem-solving methodologies.

Table of contents

Part I: Six Sigma Implementation & Management; Chapter 1. Building the Responsive Six Sigma Organization; Chapter 2. Recognizing Opportunity; Chapter 3. Data-Driven Management; Chapter 4. Maximizing Resources; Part II: Six Sigma Tools and Techniques; Chapter 5. Project Management Using DMAIC and DMADV; Chapter 6. The Define Phase; Chapter 7. The Measure Phase; Chapter 8. Process Behavior Charts; Chapter 9. Measurement Systems Evaluation; Chapter 10. Analyze Phase; Chapter 11. The Improve/Design Phase; Chapter 12. Control/Verify Phase; Appendices;References;Index