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An Overview of Six Sigma

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  • Douglas C. Montgomery
  • William H. Woodall

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We provide an introductory overview of the Six Sigma development and improvement processes. A historical perspective is provided. We also discuss the statistical methods frequently used within this framework and briefly comment on the impact of Six Sigma on the practice of statistics in industry. Nous offrons une vue d'ensemble d'introduction des processus de développement et d'amélioration de Six Sigma. Nous présentons également une perspective historique. Nous discutons aussi des méthodes statistiques fréquemment utilisées dans ce cadre et commentons brièvement l'impact de Six Sigma sur la pratique des statistiques dans l'industrie.

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  • Douglas C. Montgomery & William H. Woodall, 2008. "An Overview of Six Sigma," International Statistical Review, International Statistical Institute, vol. 76(3), pages 329-346, December.
    • Handle: RePEc:bla:istatr:v:76:y:2008:i:3:p:329-346
    DOI: 10.1111/j.1751-5823.2008.00061.x
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