SPECIAL REPORT: Design for Six Sigma

Welcome to the onesixsigma.com Special Report on Design for Six Sigma.

Applying the same disciplined, data-driven approach to design new products and processes as Six Sigma does to reducing defects, Design for Six Sigma (DfSS) ensures that quality is built into the design process from the very start of the lifecycle.

Using tools and techniques encompassed in a robust process methodology, the goal of DfSS is to achieve Six Sigma performance at the roll-out of new products, processes and services whilst meeting customer requirements and expectations.

This report brings together some of the best articles, white papers, case studies, and forum discussions on the subject that have been published on onesixsigma.com, giving a detailed insight into the methodology, its tools and their application. There is also details of quality training courses and products that are available.

Divided into chapters for ease of use, Design for Six Sigma basics is for those who have no or little knowledge of the methodology. The White Papers & Case Studies chapter contains more technical information, including application examples and detailed tool guides. David Brunson has overseen the deployment of DfSS at Jaguar cars, and his Interview offers an excellent insight into the programme. Forum Discussions collates forum posts on the subject of DfSS, including starting out, project selection and which is the preferred process acronym.

Please use the yellow shaded Special Report menu on the left to navigate through the report.

Note that this report is an organic feature of the site that will be updated with new, relevant content. If you would like to contribute, or if you have any other queries or questions, please do not hesitate to get in contact with me via the "Contact Us" link at the top of the page.

Best regards,

Matthew Moore

Content Editor