Six Sigma most commonly relates to the DMAIC methodology (define, measure, analyze, improve, control). This process is used to optimize existing products and processes that aren't quite up to par or could use some tweaking. However, for those who are looking to create new products or processes, the concept of DFSS is much more practical. Design for Six Sigma practices are not universal like DMAIC practices are, and are used for specific new creations that will meet customers' expectations from the start. Hence, Six Sigma DFSS is a much more 'approach-based' practice than DMAIC, which is more of an optimization process that stands alone.
If your organization is considering adding a new product or service, the decision to use DFSS should be made at the start of the design process. DFSS can be an instrumental part of your new design, however trying to implement DFSS in the middle of your design, or at the end, is not a very efficient use of the method. The purpose of DFSS is to eliminate defects in your new product or service from the very beginning, and its use requires the expertise of individuals who have had advanced Six Sigma training. DFSS may extend your design process, and it may create more work, but in the end the product or service you are implementing will be greatly improved for it.
Within the Design for Six Sigma Methodology, there are numerous variations that can be used depending on the exact needs of the organization that is employing the DFSS process, as explained below:
The IDOV strategy stands for Identify, Design, Optimize, and Validate. IDOV uses Six Sigma tools that allow the design team to model the new process or product, simulate how the process or product will perform, and then use statistical analysis to analyze the results. This process allows you to see how your process or product will perform at the early stages of the project.
Define, Measure, Analyze, Design, and Verify (DAMDV). The DAMDV methodology focuses on defining the needs of the customers in the most detailed level possible. Once the customer needs are fully defined, you can then research how other businesses are meeting these needs, and analyze how effective they are. After the analysis you should be able to determine which designs are most effective at meeting the needs of your customers, which will help you design the highest quality product or process possible.
Define, Customer Concept, Design, and Implement (DCCDI). The DCCDI methodology also focuses on definining customers needs, but there is an added emphasis on the implementation phase of the effort. The implementation phase is where the product or process will be created and rolled out to your customers.
If your company is looking to design a new product or process, and you are looking to optimize the quality and efficiency of this product from the very beginning, then you should strongly consider the use of DFSS. DFSS will optimize your product's quality, and there are many different DFSS strategies, which allows you to pick the strategy that best meets the needs of your business. - 32179
If your organization is considering adding a new product or service, the decision to use DFSS should be made at the start of the design process. DFSS can be an instrumental part of your new design, however trying to implement DFSS in the middle of your design, or at the end, is not a very efficient use of the method. The purpose of DFSS is to eliminate defects in your new product or service from the very beginning, and its use requires the expertise of individuals who have had advanced Six Sigma training. DFSS may extend your design process, and it may create more work, but in the end the product or service you are implementing will be greatly improved for it.
Within the Design for Six Sigma Methodology, there are numerous variations that can be used depending on the exact needs of the organization that is employing the DFSS process, as explained below:
The IDOV strategy stands for Identify, Design, Optimize, and Validate. IDOV uses Six Sigma tools that allow the design team to model the new process or product, simulate how the process or product will perform, and then use statistical analysis to analyze the results. This process allows you to see how your process or product will perform at the early stages of the project.
Define, Measure, Analyze, Design, and Verify (DAMDV). The DAMDV methodology focuses on defining the needs of the customers in the most detailed level possible. Once the customer needs are fully defined, you can then research how other businesses are meeting these needs, and analyze how effective they are. After the analysis you should be able to determine which designs are most effective at meeting the needs of your customers, which will help you design the highest quality product or process possible.
Define, Customer Concept, Design, and Implement (DCCDI). The DCCDI methodology also focuses on definining customers needs, but there is an added emphasis on the implementation phase of the effort. The implementation phase is where the product or process will be created and rolled out to your customers.
If your company is looking to design a new product or process, and you are looking to optimize the quality and efficiency of this product from the very beginning, then you should strongly consider the use of DFSS. DFSS will optimize your product's quality, and there are many different DFSS strategies, which allows you to pick the strategy that best meets the needs of your business. - 32179
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