lundi 29 décembre 2008

Smooth Transitions To Six Sigma Implementation

01:23 Posted by: Marokko Suche 0 comments

By Craig Calvin

For the smooth switching over of business processes to improved and efficient systems developed under Six Sigma initiatives, a smooth implementation of such projects is important. Efforts need to be taken to ensure that the implementation process is not hindered for any reason. Without continuous Six Sigma implementation, the benefits expected from the project will not be achieved.

Effective planning is not just crucial for the Six Sigma projects; it can be beneficial to everyone involved in the organization. For a Six Sigma implementation to have a proper plan in place is vital. These plans should be realistic and achievable. The planning has to be such that the participation of the members involved does not hamper the daily functioning of the organization. If the plans are not effective enough, they may be extra burden added to the daily activities of the business. With proper planning and strategizing for the various stages in the Six Sigma project implementation, you will be ready to face any kind of problem that may arise. In a Six Sigma implementation the biggest risk faced is the resistance to the changes. Considering this factor, strategies have to be designed that will help to overcome or reduce such resistance. Planning should involve resources, strategizing to face the problems that may arise and having a good communication strategy for the project.

Six Sigma project implementation requires a regular supply of the resources required in various stages, be it human or material resources. If the organization is a small enterprise, such resources may be easily provided immediately. However, for larger organizations providing additional and timely logistical support is highly important. If the resources are not provided to team members at vital moments, then project can go off schedule drastically. The unavailability of the resources would mean losses - not just in the process outcome, but it will badly affect the motivation levels of the team. All these factors can affect the Six Sigma implementation negatively.

Appropriate communication channels have to be opened at the onset of the project. And all team members, from Green Belts to Black Belts to top management, must be involved at all stages. The information must flow freely among all teams. If one team is left uninformed at any stage of the process, then the schedule could be delayed and the project will need to regroup and reassess. The setting up of a clear communication plan is an important part of the foundaton of the Six Sigma process.

Employees at all levels must be kept in the communication loop. This will allow for proactive thinking in avoiding any resistance to the project. If any segment of the organization is not involved, then their roles will be largely ineffective, and the project will not be successful. The Six Sigma discipline can be beneficial to all companies, no matter what their size. In order for the process to be a success, participation and communication is imperative. This will allow the business to achieve its goals of efficient and profitable processes.

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