The primary aim of the Lean method is to reduce waste. The goal of Six Sigma is to reduce variation for optimal quality control. The discipline known as Lean Six Sigma (LSS) blends these two approaches. Refinements to the production process are essential to managing and reducing the 8 wastes analyzed by the Lean method. By paying careful attention to how waste affects production processes (and vice versa), business leaders can take significant strides toward optimizing their operations. The key principles of LSS include:
Improvement over perfection
Focus on process rather than results
Continuous improvement
Measurement of performance against a standard, not against other competitors or companies
Pursuit of perfection through incremental steps
The key to using LSS effectively is in tying its concepts back into your company's strategic plan and aligning them with specific goals that have been set for your business.
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