LEAN SIX SIGMA_QUIZ # 1

is a way of thinking. It it is all about continuous improvement with a focus on eliminating all forms of waste in a process.

• Lean

• Productivity

• Six Sigma

• Lean Culture

is a process that makes use of statistics and data analysis to analyze and reduce errors or defects. In this process, the purpose is to improve cycle times while reducing manufacturing defects to no more than 3.4 defects per million units or events.

• Lean

• Six Sigma

• Continuous Improvement

• Productivity

Who is the first person who continuously worked to make sure his process was as efficient as possible?

• Taichi Ahmed

• Kiichiro Toyoda

• Taichi Ohno

• Henry Ford

is all about making a product in the most efficient and effective manner, while looking for ways to continuously improve.

• Six Sigma

• Lean Manufacturing

• Continuous Improvement

• Productivity

Uses the DMAIC method and tools like control charts and FMEA to achieve continuous improvement.

• Six Sigma

• Lean Manufacturing

• Continuous Improvement

• Productivity

Uses the PDCA method and tools like 8 wastes and 5S to achieve continuous improvement.

• Six Sigma

• Lean

• Continuous Improvement

• Productivity

These are the 5 key lean principles, except one?

• Value

• Value Stream

• Flow

• Push

Once the value (end goal) has been determined, the next step is mapping the ­­­­­­____________This includes all the steps and processes involved in taking a specific product from raw materials and delivering the final product to the customer.

• Value

• Value Stream

• Flow

• Push

After the waste has been removed from the value stream, the next step is to be sure the remaining steps flow smoothly with no interruptions, delays, or bottlenecks. In the words of LEI: “Make the value-creating steps occur in tight sequence so that the product or service will flow smoothly toward the customer.”

• Flow

• Push

• Value Stream

• Perfection

Includes movement of people, tools, inventory, equipment, or products further than necessary. Excessive movement of materials can lead to product damage and defects. Additionally, excessive movement of people and equipment can lead to unnecessary work, greater wear and tear, and exhaustion.

• Inventory

• Motion

• Extra Processing

• Transport