Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Using DFM, Lean, and Six Sigma Effectively


Some have the perception that tools such as Design-for-Manufacturability, Lean, and Six Sigma are mutually exclusive.  Others think that they are all synonymous buzzwords.  The truth, in fact, is that each one is unique, and together they can make for a very powerful combination.  This article will give you a practical example of the application of these tools in combination.

Read article:  ems strategies.com 





About the Author
Darren Dolcemascolo is an internationally recognized lecturer, author, and consultant. As Sr. Partner and co-founder of EMS Consulting Group, he specializes in productivity and quality improvement through lean manufacturing.   Mr. Dolcemascolo has written the book Improving the Extended Value Stream: Lean for the Entire Supply Chain, published by Productivity Press in 2006.  He has also been published in several manufacturing publications and has spoken at such venues as the Lean Management Solutions Conference, Outsourcing World Summit, Biophex, APICS, and ASQ.  He has a BS in Industrial Engineering from Columbia University and an MBA with Graduate Honors from San Diego State University.

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