OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT IN THE SUPPLY CHAIN: DECISIONS & CASES (Mcgraw-hill Series Operations and Decision Sciences)
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Chapter 9, Problem 12DQ
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To explain: How lean and Six Sigma can work together in making process improvements.
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Lean:
Lean is a manufacturing procedure where the primary goal is minimizing the waste as much as possible without affecting the productivity.
Six Sigma:
Six Sigma is a quality approach to a data-driven management that is looking to progress its processes by removing defects periodically, so that they get closer to zero defects as much as possible.
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