Process Improvement Techniques (Lean, Six Sigma Overview)

Summary

Lean focuses on eliminating waste and maximizing value; Six Sigma focuses on reducing variation and defects through statistical rigor — both provide structured methodologies for process improvement.

• 1Learn the concept of the 8 wastes in Lean methodology.
• 2Read a high-level overview of Six Sigma's DMAIC framework (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control).
• 3Understand these are deep specializations — this roadmap gives you enough to speak the vocabulary, not full mastery.