Lean Six Sigma Quiz

Question 1

Reduces waste by streamlining the process

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LEAN

Question 2

Reduce defects by effectively solving problems

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SIX SIGMA

Question 3

LEAN accelerates SIX SIGMA: Solving problems and improving processes is faster and more efficient

Answer 3

LEAN SIX SIGMA

Question 4

is a globally proven methodology for the sustainable and demonstrable improvement of processes and organizations.

Answer 4

LEAN SIX SIGMA

Question 5

It offers an approach with which organizations can achieve concrete results in a structured manner

Answer 5

LEAN SIX SIGMA

Question 6

enumerate the DMAIC methodology

Answer 6

Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control

Question 7

is a process improvement strategy that seeks to eliminate inefficiencies in a company’s process flow by identifying the causes of waste or redundancy and developing solutions to address them

Answer 7

Lean Six Sigma

Question 8

combination of Lean methodology and Six Sigma strategy.

Answer 8

Lean Six Sigma

Question 9

was established by Japanese automaker Toyota in the 1940s

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Lean

Question 10

In what year was Lean established?

Answer 10

1940

Question 11

what is the purpose of Lean methodology?

Answer 11

Remove non-value-adding activities from the production process

Question 12

In what year was Six Sigma established?

Answer 12

1980

Question 13

was established in the 1980s by an engineer at U.S. telecommunications company Motorola who was inspired by Japan’sKaizenmodel

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Six SIgma

Question 14

The combination strategy was introduced by ______ and Robert _____ in their 2002 bookLean Six Sigma: Combining Six Sigma with Lean Speed

Answer 14

Michael George and Robert Lawrence

Question 15

strives to eliminate the waste of _____, ______, ______, and ____ while assuring quality in production and organizational processes

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physical resources, time, effort, and talent

Question 16

The lean concept of management focuses on the reduction and elimination of eight kinds of waste known as ____?

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DOWNTIME

Question 17

DOWNTIME

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Defects, Overproduction, Waiting, Non-Utilized Talent, Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Extra-processing

Question 18

Benefits of Lean Six Sigma

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Improved Efficiency
Enhanced Quality
Cost Reduction
Faster Cycle Time
Employee Engagement
Data-Driven Decision Making
Competitive Advantage
Customer Focus
Standardized Processes
Continuous Improvement Culture

Question 19

Give the 5 key principles of Six Sigma

Answer 19

• Focus on the customer
• Measure the value stream and find your problem
  -Get Rid of the junk
  -Keep the ball
  -Ensure a Flexible and Responsive Ecosystem

Question 20

Give the Six Sigma Methodology

Answer 20

• DMAIC
• DMADV

Question 21

Give the Six Sigma Techniques

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• Brainstorming
• RootCause Analysis/ The 5 whys
• Voice of the customer
• The 5s System
• Kaizen (Continuous Improvement)
• Benchmarking
• Poka-yoke (Mistake Proofing)
• Value Stream Mapping

Question 22

(The 5 Key Principles of Six Sigma)
This is based on the popular belief that the “customer is the king.” The primary goal is to bring maximum benefit to the customer.

Answer 22

Focus on the Customer

Question 23

This is based on the popular belief that the “______________.”

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customer is the king

Question 24

(The 5 Key Principles of Six Sigma)
Map the steps in a given process to determine areas of waste. Gather data to discover the specific problem area that is to be addressed or transformed.
Have clearly defined goals for data collection including defining the data to be collected, the reason for the data gathering, insights expected, ensuring the accuracy of measurements, and establishing a standardized data collection system.

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Measure the Value Stream and Find your Problem

Question 25

(The 5 Key Principles of Six Sigma) Once the problem is identified, make changes to the process to eliminate variation, thus removing defects. Remove the activities in the process that do not add to the customer value.

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Get Rid of the Junk

Question 26

(The 5 Key Principles of Six Sigma) Involve all stakeholders. Adopt a structured process where your team contributes and collaborates with their varied expertise for problem-solving.

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Keep the Ball Rolling

Question 27

(The 5 Key Principles of Six Sigma) The essence of Six Sigma is business transformation and change. When a faulty or inefficient process is removed, it calls for a change in the work practice and employee approach

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Ensure a Flexible and Responsive Ecosystem

Question 28

(The Six Sigma Methodology) It is a data-driven method used to improve existing products or services for better customer satisfaction

Answer 28

DMAIC

Question 29

. It is the acronym for the five phases: D – Define, M – Measure, A – Analyze, I – Improve, and C – Control.

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DMAIC

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(The Six Sigma Methodology) It is applied in the manufacturing of a product or delivery of a service

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DMAIC

Question 31

(The Six Sigma Methodology)  It is part of the Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) process used to design or re-design different processes of product manufacturing or service delivery

Answer 31

DMADV

Question 32

The five phases of DMADV are?

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D – Define, M – Measure, A – Analyse, D – Design, V – Validate.

Question 33

(The Six Sigma Methodology) It is employed when existing processes do not meet customer conditions, even after optimization, or when it is required to develop new methods

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DMADV

Question 34

(The Six Sigma Techniques) It is the key process of any problem-solving method

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Brainstorming

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(The Six Sigma Techniques) It is often utilized in the "improve" phase of the DMAIC methodology

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Brainstorming

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(The Six Sigma Techniques) This technique helps to get to the root cause of the problems under consideration

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Root Cause Analysis/ The 5 whys

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(The Six Sigma Techniques) It is used in the "analyze" phase of the DMAIC cycle.

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Root Cause Analysis/ The 5 whys

Question 38

(The Six Sigma Techniques) This is the process used to capture the "voice of the customer" or customer feedback by either internal or external means. The technique is aimed at giving the customer the best products and services. It captures the changing needs of the customer through direct and indirect methods. 

Answer 38

Voice of the Customer

Question 39

(The Six Sigma Techniques) This technique has its roots in the Japanese principle of workplace energies. The 5S System is aimed at removing waste and eliminating bottlenecks from inefficient tools, equipment, or resources in the workplace.

Answer 39

5S System

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is aimed at removing waste and eliminating bottlenecks from inefficient tools, equipment, or resources in the workplace.

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The 5S System

Question 41

The five steps in the 5S system are

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Seiri (Sort), Seiton (Set In Order), Seiso (Shine), Seiketsu (Standardize), and Shitsuke (Sustain).

Question 42

(The Six Sigma Techniques) A powerful strategy that powers a continuous engine for business improvement. It is the practice of continuously monitoring, identifying, and executing improvements. This is a particularly useful practice for the manufacturing sector

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Kaizen (Continuous Improvement)

Question 43

(The Six Sigma Techniques) The technique employs a set standard of measurement. It involves making comparisons with other businesses to gain an independent appraisal of the given situation. 

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Benchmarking

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(The Six Sigma Techniques) This technique's name comes from the Japanese phrase meaning "to avoid errors," and entails preventing the chance of mistakes from occurring.

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Poka-yoke (Mistake Proofing)

Question 45

(The Six Sigma Techniques) In this technique, employees spot and remove inefficiencies and human errors during the manufacturing process.

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Poka-yoke (Mistake Proofing)

Question 46

(The Six Sigma Techniques) The _______technique charts the current flow of materials and information to design a future project

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Value Stream Mapping

Question 47

(The Six Sigma Techniques) The objective is to remove waste and inefficiencies in the value stream and create leaner operations.

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Value Stream Mapping