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What Is Six Sigma?

By Kristi Waterworth – Updated Feb 22, 2025 at 9:23AM

Key Points

  • Six Sigma improves business efficiency, reduces defects, and enhances customer satisfaction.
  • Principles focus on understanding customer needs, data-driven problem solving, and stakeholder involvement.
  • DMAIC and DMADV guide process improvement and development in Six Sigma initiatives.
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