Design process improvement through the DMAIC Six Sigma approach: a case study from the Middle East
by Salah Eldin Adam Hamza
International Journal of Six Sigma and Competitive Advantage (IJSSCA), Vol. 4, No. 1, 2008

Abstract: This study proposes the DMAIC Six Sigma approach of Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve/Implement and Control (DMAIC) to improve the design process in a local engineering design organisation in the Middle East. The DMAIC approach showed a wider application and how the engineering organisation can achieve competitive advantages, efficient decision-making and problem-solving capabilities within a business context. The paper identifies each stage in detail, discusses the tools required and points out the cultural barriers to the success of the improvement initiatives. The paper develops an Engineering Design DMAIC Model (EDDM) that can be used as a template for engineering design development training.

Online publication date: Wed, 21-May-2008

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