Lean six sigma methodologies improve clinical laboratory efficiency and reduce turnaround times
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DOI: 10.1002/jcla.22180
Abstract: Organizing work flow is a major task of laboratory management. Recently, clinical laboratories have started to adopt methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma and some successful implementations have been reported. This study used Lean Six… read more here.
Keywords: lean six; clinical laboratory; six sigma; turnaround ... See more keywords
Portfolio analysis of a Lean Six Sigma production process
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DOI: 10.1007/s10100-019-00613-4
Abstract: Customers require short delivery times and high quality products. Both requirements of customers can only be met if a company switches from a classically organized to a Lean Six Sigma production. Based on a value… read more here.
Keywords: six sigma; process; production; production process ... See more keywords
Entropy-Based Lean, Energy and Six Sigma Approach to Achieve Sustainability in Manufacturing System
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DOI: 10.1007/s13369-021-05826-x
Abstract: This work proposes a Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to be used in manufacturing industry that combines Lean, Energy and Six-Sigma methodologies. Lean's VSM tool is amended to energy VSM so that the value-added and non-value-added… read more here.
Keywords: six sigma; energy; energy six; manufacturing ... See more keywords
Impact of COVID-19 on the pre and post analytical clinical laboratory testing processes- A performance evaluation study using six sigma
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DOI: 10.1016/j.amsu.2021.102842
Abstract: Background The aim of this study was to determine the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the total testing process using six sigma metrics based on a comparison of pre and during pandemic periods. Material &… read more here.
Keywords: six sigma; post analytical; using six; pre ... See more keywords
Control chart and Six sigma based algorithms for identification of outliers in experimental data, with an application to particulate matter PM10
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DOI: 10.1016/j.apr.2017.01.004
Abstract: Abstract Outliers, which can have significant effects on further analysis and modelling, occur between continuously measured environmental data. Most methods for outlier detection depends on model or distribution of observed variable. However the distribution of… read more here.
Keywords: methodology; six sigma; control; sigma based ... See more keywords
Performance specifications and six sigma theory: Clinical chemistry and industry compared.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiochem.2018.04.002
Abstract: Analytical performance specifications are crucial in test development and quality control. Although consensus has been reached on the use of biological variation to derive these specifications, no consensus has been reached which model should be… read more here.
Keywords: performance specifications; six sigma; industry; chemistry ... See more keywords
The effect of Lean Six Sigma practices on food industry performance: Implications of the Sector's experience and typical characteristics
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DOI: 10.1016/j.foodcont.2020.107110
Abstract: Abstract Lean, Six Sigma and Lean Six Sigma initiatives (LS however, adoption in the food industry is still very low. The sector lacks familiarity with the LS it views “quality” as a safety and hygiene… read more here.
Keywords: food industry; six sigma; performance; sector ... See more keywords
Lean six sigma in the food industry: Construct development and measurement validation
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ijpe.2020.107843
Abstract: Abstract Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is a hybrid initiative that identifies customer desires, eliminates wastes and reduces variability. It combines Six Sigma's structured problem solving using statistical tools with lean operation's emphasis on flow improvement.… read more here.
Keywords: food industry; industry; six sigma; lean six ... See more keywords
Improve the extrusion process in tire production using Six Sigma methodology
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DOI: 10.1016/j.promfg.2017.09.171
Abstract: Abstract Nowadays, market’s constant changes require continuous flexibility and adaptation in the supply provided by organizations. In this context, the automotive industry represents one of the most demanding sectors due to the high levels of… read more here.
Keywords: tire; methodology; six sigma; sigma methodology ... See more keywords
Managing smart cities through six sigma DMADICV method: A review-based conceptual framework
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DOI: 10.1016/j.scs.2021.103022
Abstract: Abstract Smart cities are complex endeavors that present several management challenges. The current study proposes a conceptual framework based on Six Sigma for managing smart cities. DMADICV is a novel method proposed in the current… read more here.
Keywords: six sigma; management; smart cities; dmadicv ... See more keywords
A new model to implement Six Sigma in small- and medium-sized enterprises
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DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2016.1249430
Abstract: Abstract The Six Sigma approach improves the quality of products in order to ensure customers’ satisfaction. This approach has yielded to interesting results for large enterprises. However, its implementation remains difficult for small- and medium-sized… read more here.
Keywords: sized enterprises; six sigma; medium sized; model ... See more keywords