Title: A fuzzy ANP-based approach for prioritising projects: a Six Sigma case study

Authors: Semra Boran, Harun Resit Yazgan, Kerim Goztepe

Addresses: Department of Industrial Engineering, Sakarya University, Esentepe Campus, 54187, Sakarya, Turkey. ' Department of Industrial Engineering, Sakarya University, Esentepe Campus, 54187, Sakarya, Turkey. ' Institute of Science and Technology, Sakarya University, Esentepe Campus, 54187, Sakarya, Turkey

Abstract: Six Sigma is a process improving method. It is also a project-based approach. Selection of the right project affects the successfulness of implementing a Six Sigma project. Projects are expensive and require considerable human input, money, and time resources, which are limited. In addition to these, when the number of the projects is increased, projects| prioritising becomes more crucial. In this study, a fuzzy analytic network process (ANP) approach was developed in order to prioritise Six Sigma projects. To explore effectiveness of the approach, an empirical case study of a supplier, which produces electrical components for automobile industries, was demonstrated.

Keywords: project selection; six sigma projects; fuzzy ANP; analytical network process; electrical components; automobile industry; automotive components.

DOI: 10.1504/IJSSCA.2011.039715

International Journal of Six Sigma and Competitive Advantage, 2011 Vol.6 No.3, pp.133 - 155

Published online: 15 Apr 2011 *

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