Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to combine systems thinking, lean management, value methodology and Six Sigma … concepts into an integrated quality methodology using the TALEVAS model. Design/methodology/approach – TALEVAS is an acronym … for Tandem‐Lean‐Value‐Sigma, as each element correlates to a best practice or concept mentioned by intent. The model is …

Purpose – Lean management and Six Sigma concepts are derived from two different points of view, but it is evident that … dimensions can lead organization to better concepts integration and how Lean Six Sigma activity contributes to employees … multinational company supply chain, if employees’ factors are both predictor and response variables of Lean Six Sigma concept. To …

. Originality/value – Most recent surveys have been aimed at methodological levels (i.e. “lean”, “Six Sigma”, “total quality …Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to investigate the effectiveness of quality management training by reviewing … using relevant statistical quality management tools. The results were validated in a series of structured workshops with …

Purpose This study aims to fully assess the readiness for Lean Six Sigma (LSS) and Quality Performance Improvement (QPI … scale to assess the readiness to adopt Lean, Six Sigma and Quality Performance in Italian Public Health Organizations. The … development and adaptation protocols, a replication study was carried out; Lean, Six Sigma and QPI were extracted and validated …

Purpose – The electronic manufacturing service (EMS) industry recognizes Lean Six Sigma (LSS) as an effective business … with guidelines for the successful implementation of Lean Six Sigma with the intention to remain competitive.  …

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to compare a range of quality and continuous improvement strategies and to … process in the context of the medical devices sector is provided. Findings – Quality and continuous improvement strategies can …

quality characteristics, whose reduction is the main objective of a Lean Six Sigma programme. Research limitations … research literature for adoption in a Lean Six Sigma project setting. A case study aims to illustrate the application of the … proposed observation procedure in a Lean Six Sigma project undertaken in a European airport to improve process speed and reduce …

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to identify upcoming challenges related to the implementation of Lean Six Sigma …