Six Sigma and Beyond - Problem Solving and Basic Mathematics, Volume II

This volume focuses on the problem solving methodology which is fundamental to any quality initiative. The author begins by addressing what is a problem and then systematically defining the process of resolving the problem. The second part of this volume covers basic mathematics used in all phases of quality. The author's approach: introduce the mathematical concept, give an example and then proceed with several exercises for the reader.

List of contents

INTRODUCTION. Theoretical Aspects of Problem Solving. Overview of Key Elements to Problem Solving. Problem-Solving (PS) and Process Improvement (PI) Cycle. Tools of Quality. The Global Problem Solving (GPS) Process. Six Sigma Approach to Problem Solving. BASIC MATHEMATICS. The Value of Whole Numbers. Addition and Subtraction of Whole Numbers. Multiplication and Division of Whole Numbers. Parts and Types of Fractions. Simple Form and Common Denominators of Fractions. Adding and Subtracting Fractions. Multiplication and Division of Fractions. Ordering, Rounding and Changing Decimals. The Four Operations of Decimals. DIVISION WITH DECIMALS. Squares, Square Roots, Cubes, Cube Roots and Proportions. Scientific Notation and Powers of Ten. Decimals. The Metric System. International System of Units. Conversion of English to Metric. APPENDICES. SELECTED BIBLIOGRAPHY.

About the author

D.H. Stamatis

Summary

Focusing on the problem solving methodology fundamental to any Six Sigma or quality initiative, this book gives a detailed rationale and theoretical explanation of the process. It focuses on problem solving from a quality perspective and addresses key concepts in the problem-solving cycle and the process improvement cycle.

Product details

• Authors: D. H. Stamatis, D.H. Stamatis, D.h. (Contemporary Consultants Stamatis
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 31.12.2021
• EAN: 9781574443103
• ISBN: 978-1-57444-310-3
• No. of pages: 388
• Dimensions: 156 mm x 234 mm x 26 mm
• Weight: 712 g
• Illustrations: schwarz-weiss Illustrationen, Tabellen, schwarz-weiss
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Mathematics > Probability theory, stochastic theory, mathematical statistics; Social sciences, law, business > Business > Miscellaneous; BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Production & Operations Management, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Quality Control, Production & quality control management, Production and quality control management