Simulation-based Lean Six-Sigma and Design for Six-Sigma

By Basem El-Haik and Raid Al-Aomar

This is the first book to completely cover the whole body of knowledge of Six Sigma and Design for Six Sigma with Simulation Methods as outlined by the American Society for Quality. Both simulation and contemporary Six Sigma methods are explained in detail with practical examples that help understanding of the key features of the design methods. The systems approach to designing products and services as well as problem solving is integrated into the methods discussed.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
• Release date: Oct 27, 2006
• ISBN: 9780470047712

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[jpsnow · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

El-Haik and Al-Aomar cover a lot of material in this robust summary about simulation in the context of Six Sigma. The first half of the book is a good introduction to Six Sigma, both for design and process improvement applications. The second half is a thorough treatment of simulation, including the process, statistics, and various engineering concepts. As much as any contemporary field is full of acronyms, I think this one may be the leader (e.g., DFSS, VSM, 3S-LSS, DMAIC, ICOV, DES, CTQ, JIT, and QFD). It's a solid book, interesting, and with relevant sections for any level, from novice through black belt. It's also dense, with a lot of acronyms and concepts for which having some previous background would help the reader keep pace. Aside from the content on simulation, I found it the most useful overview of Six Sigma I've recently read.