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Six sigma

By Said Cepeda
  • Development of Six Sigma by Motorola

    Development of Six Sigma by Motorola

    Motorola develops the Six Sigma methodology as a way to improve the quality of its products and processes. Bill Smith, an engineer at Motorola, is often credited with introducing the concept.
  • Promotion by Larry Bossidy

    Promotion by Larry Bossidy

    Larry Bossidy, CEO of Allied Signal, promotes Six Sigma across the company, demonstrating its effectiveness in both manufacturing and business processes.
  • Adoption by General Electric

    Adoption by General Electric

    General Electric (GE), under CEO Jack Welch, adopts Six Sigma. Welch's enthusiastic endorsement and successful implementation lead to widespread adoption across various industries. GE's success with Six Sigma brings it into the mainstream of corporate America.
  • Expansion to Service Industries

    Expansion to Service Industries

    Six Sigma expands beyond manufacturing and becomes popular in various service industries, including healthcare, finance, and IT.
  • Widespread Corporate Adoption

    Widespread Corporate Adoption

    Many global corporations, including Ford, 3M, and Johnson & Johnson, adopt Six Sigma to improve operational efficiency and quality.
  • Certification by ASQ

    Certification by ASQ

    The American Society for Quality (ASQ) introduces certifications for Six Sigma professionals, including Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, and Master Black Belt, standardizing training and expertise levels.
  • Ongoing Evolution and Relevance

    Ongoing Evolution and Relevance

    Six Sigma remains a critical methodology for quality improvement and operational excellence in a wide variety of industries, continually evolving to meet the needs of modern businesses.