Six Sigma For Managers (Paperback)

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Six Sigma­­one of the hottest topics in today's manufacturing circles­­is a statistical concept that characterizes nearly zero defects in any process. But its successful implementation involves a whole new set of management practices. Six Sigma for Managers will help managers better understand this concept and how to facilitate the learning, cooperation, skills improvement, and commitment required to make Six Sigma processes a reality in any organization.

From the Back Cover

Tools, Techniques, and Case Studies to Help You Successfully Manage Your Company's Six Sigma Initiative

Six Sigma is today's most dynamic management approach for dramatically improving product and process quality­­along with employee enthusiasm and involvement. Its success, however, requires a new corporate mindset and an entirely transformed set of management practices. Six Sigma for Managers is a step-by-step guidebook for understanding and managing every facet of this landmark quality initiative. The latest addition to McGraw-Hill's skills-based Briefcase Books series, it gives you the hands-on knowledge and skills you need to:

• Prepare employees for a full-time, committed focus on the Six Sigma initiative
• Use Six Sigma tools to isolate­­and improve­­factors affecting your firm's quality and performance
• Sustain Six Sigma, and create a ripple effect throughout your entire organization

Six Sigma is the key to unlocking new levels of quality, performance, customer service and profit; as a manager, you are the key to unlocking the power of Six Sigma. Let Six Sigma for Managers show you how to wield this power effectively, and lead the way toward transforming your company into a Six Sigma powerhouse.

Briefcase Books, written specifically for today's busy manager, feature eye-catching icons, checklists, and sidebars to guide managers step-by-step through everyday workplace situations. Look for these innovative design features to help you navigate through each page:

• Clear definitions of key Six Sigma terms, concepts, and jargon
• Tactics and strategies for overseeing a Six Sigma initiative
• Insider tips for getting the most from Six Sigma
• Practical advice for minimizing implementation mistakes
• Warning signs when preparing for and undertaking a Six Sigma initiative
• Stories and insights from the Six Sigma experiences of others
• Specific Six Sigma procedures, tactics, and hands-on techniques

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Product Details

• Paperback: 180 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill; 1 edition (March 27, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071387552
• ISBN-13: 978-0071387552
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #372,142 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

• This item is part of The Briefcase Books Series.

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent birds-eye view of Six Sigma, August 19, 2003

By	Manny Hernandez "Author of Ning For Dummies" (Bay Area, CA) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)

As a manager with a 4-year background in Statistical Process Control, I cannot agree with the two reviewers that bashed this book. I can't say it's in depth, because that's one thing that it isn't: don't expect it in your Black or Green Belt's curriculum. But if you stick to the title, it will reward its readers (mostly managers, I'd hope). It deals in very clear and easy-to-follow words (even for those of you that have been out of school for many, many years) with what is Six Sigma, what it entails (in terms of cost, benefits, cultural mindset change), how to implement and sustain, etc. It even devotes an entire section to an overview of the statistical tools required to get your arms around Six Sigma for the first time.

Again, I'd not use it as a reference for in depth matters, but as a primer on the topic, I think it does an excellent job.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Introduction for those who are confused about Six Sigma, August 22, 2004

By	SA - See all my reviews

I wanted to know about Six Sigma. I read some articals, but did not get a good picture of Six Sigma. This book is quite readable, interesting and provides a good introduction to Six Sigma. I recommend it to any one as the first book towards Six Sigma initiative.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars It's not bad, May 19, 2005

By	Orlando Gonzalez "Access Programmer" (New York, NY United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I already knew what six sigma was and I already had a basic grasp of statistical concepts. I got what I expected from the book, a high level overview of six sigma.

This book is about 160 pages long, I think the author could have easily trimmed some fat and fluff and condensed it to less then 100 pages.

Overall, I'm glad I bought the book, it's inexpensive and I feel I've gotten my money's worth.