Six Sigma - The Define Phase

🎓 Six Sigma - The Define Phase 🚀

Start Your Six Sigma Journey with Confidence & Clarity!

Welcome to the First Step of Your Six Sigma Adventure!

Hey there, aspiring Six Sigma green belts and black belts! I'm Parag Dadee, your guide on this transformative journey through the DMAIC phases of Six Sigma. With a wealth of leadership experience from diverse business sectors, I've led numerous high-value projects across the globe. Now, I'm here to ensure you understand and can apply Six Sigma principles effectively.

This course is meticulously designed into 11 evenly spaced lectures, each crafted for clarity and ease of understanding. Plus, you'll get hands-on experience with a small project to solidify your learning. Let's embark on this path together! 🛣️

Course Structure:

Lecture 1: Introduction

• Get acquainted with the course and what Six Sigma entails.

Lecture 2: Historical Perspective & Features of Six Sigma

• Dive into the origins of Six Sigma.
• Explore its distinctive features and their importance.
• Understand the Sigma Levels across different business sectors.

Lecture 3: Six Sigma Methodology & DMAIC Thoroughly

• A comprehensive overview of the Six Sigma methodology.
• Learn about the DMAIC framework (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control).

Lecture 4: Mastering the Define Phase

• Discover how to start with the Define Phase effectively.
• Craft SMART Goals that align with your project's objectives.
• See real-world examples of SMART Goals in action.

Lecture 5: Identifying Sources of Projects & Understanding Voice of Customer (VOC)

• Learn where to find potential projects for Six Sigma.
• Decipher the Voice of Customer and translate it into business needs.

Lecture 6: From VOC to CTQ (Critical to Quality)

• Transform customer feedback into critical to quality elements.
• Understand the Voice of Business and Process.

Lecture 7: Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) & Its Impact

• Calculate and understand the cost implications of poor quality.
• Distinguish between internal and external failures.

Lecture 8: CTQ Drill Down, Process Mapping (SIPOC), & Practical Illustrations

• Learn to drill down from CTQ to the process level.
• Map out processes using SIPOC (Supplier, Input, Process, Output, Customer).
• See practical examples of SIPOC in various contexts.

Lecture 9: Team Dynamics & Toll Gate Reviews

• Build and nurture your Six Sigma project team.
• Understand the phases of team growth and development.
• Navigate toll gate reviews with confidence.

Lecture 10: Understanding Value & Project Charter

• Identify value-adding activities (VA) versus non-value adding activities (NVA).
• Create a comprehensive project charter that outlines your project's scope and objectives.

Lecture 11: Course Summary & Final Thoughts

• Recap the key takeaways from each lecture.
• Reflect on how to apply what you've learned in real-world scenarios.

📚 Join me on this enlightening journey, and together, we will unlock the potential of Six Sigma! 🎓

By the end of this course, you'll have a solid grasp of the Define Phase and be well on your way to becoming a Six Sigma expert. Whether you're looking to improve processes, enhance customer satisfaction, or drive business growth, the principles of Six Sigma will guide you towards success. Let's get started! 💡

Enroll now and take your first step towards mastering Six Sigma with clarity and confidence! ✅