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Six Sigma Project ManagementSix Sigma project management is a key element in the success of a Six Sigma project. Hence how Six Sigma management is implemented is vital right from the conception stage to the later deployment and control stages. After all we are all aware of the benefits of implementing the steps in Six Sigma methodology in day-to-day processes, but if the project isnt effectively managed, then the benefits will not be realised. Worse still it will be an extremely expensive mistake to rectify!
As in all project management it is key to ensure that each stage of the Six Sigma project is tightly controlled so that there are no causes of scope creep, or overrun in project time and cost.
As in any other project, Six Sigma project management involves stakeholder definition and determining the types of stakeholders. These key stakeholders will need to see the weekly project management report as well as important updates on a regular basis.
It is also important that the project is delivered within certain limits stated are concerned as well as the normal project manager duties.
Consider an example of a process improvement project that managed to reach the required Six Sigma level of quality. However, it was observed, that it resulted in increasing the overhead for the organization by more than eighty percent than the original process was taking. This was not acceptable to the top management and the improved process was scrapped. A stringent approach to project management for Six Sigma projects is therefore extremely important. Process improvement without a formal change request process loses its appeal very quickly.
Six Sigma tools for troubleshooting and defining processes should be used throughout the project management life cycle. Similarly, project management tools for monitoring, tracking, and controlling the Six Sigma project can result in a foolproof mechanism for Six Sigma management for ensuring the success of the process improvement projects.
Using the DMAIC methodology as documented in define Six Sigma in conjunction with standard project management as defined by the Project Management Institute (PMI), can significantly reduce the chances of failure and redundancy.
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