Six Sigma Black Belts: What Do They Need to Know?

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An analysis of the Six Sigma DMAIC method from the perspective of problem solving (2012, methodology): “This development is apparent in books such as Snee & Hoerl (2005), titled Six Sigma beyond the Factory Floor, and trends observed in the thorough literature review of Brady & Allen (2006). Snee & Hoerl (2005) describe differences between the manufacturing task environment and non-manufacturing envir”
Some pros and cons of six sigma: an academic perspective (2004, background): “For more information on this aspect, readers are advised to refer to Hoerl (2001)”
Six sigma for service processes (2006, background): “The best way to convince a service-oriented company to initiate, develop and implement six sigma strategy is through the three rudimentary principles of statistical thinking advocated by Hoerl and Snee (2002). These are:”
Benefits, obstacles, and future of six sigma approach (2006, background): “There is usually a ranking of expertise identified by the belt system (Hoerl, 2001).”
Six sigma: A goal-theoretic perspective (2003, background): “Six Sigma organizations provide extensive training programs in process improvement methods and tools (Hoerl, 2001).”