Steps in the Process Improvement Cycle
Posted: Tue May 20, 2025 9:22 am
Six Sigma aims to reduce process variation and improve quality using data-driven analysis. It uses a structured approach known as DMAIC:
Define: Identify the problem and project goals
Measure: Collect data and understand current performance
Analyze: Determine root causes of issues
Improve: Develop and implement solutions
Control: Sustain improvements over time
3. Lean Six Sigma
A hybrid of Lean and Six Sigma, this approach combines rich people database speed and efficiency (Lean) with quality and accuracy (Six Sigma).
4. Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
BPR takes a more radical approach by redesigning core business processes from scratch to achieve dramatic improvements in productivity and performance.
5. Total Quality Management (TQM)
TQM is a holistic philosophy that involves the entire organization in continuous improvement efforts, focusing on customer satisfaction, teamwork, and long-term results.
Identify the Process to Improve
Choose a process that is underperforming, causes frequent delays, or receives regular complaints.
Map the Current Process
Create a visual flowchart of the process, detailing each step, decision point, input, and output.
Define: Identify the problem and project goals
Measure: Collect data and understand current performance
Analyze: Determine root causes of issues
Improve: Develop and implement solutions
Control: Sustain improvements over time
3. Lean Six Sigma
A hybrid of Lean and Six Sigma, this approach combines rich people database speed and efficiency (Lean) with quality and accuracy (Six Sigma).
4. Business Process Reengineering (BPR)
BPR takes a more radical approach by redesigning core business processes from scratch to achieve dramatic improvements in productivity and performance.
5. Total Quality Management (TQM)
TQM is a holistic philosophy that involves the entire organization in continuous improvement efforts, focusing on customer satisfaction, teamwork, and long-term results.
Identify the Process to Improve
Choose a process that is underperforming, causes frequent delays, or receives regular complaints.
Map the Current Process
Create a visual flowchart of the process, detailing each step, decision point, input, and output.