Browsing by Subject "Six Sigma"
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Analysing the effective implementation of selected six sigma principles in a hospitality concern
(2014)With the rapid growth in the hospitality industry, its owners and managers are also facing serious challenges. The industry is becoming more and more competitive. Managers are pressed to find the balance between cutting ... -
A critical review of Operations Excellence programs : a petrochemical company as case study
(2014)Operations improvement methodologies have been adopted by manufacturing companies since the early 20th century. Japanese manufacturers were able to offer products of high quality and efficient production costs through ... -
Identifying improvement areas within a chemical packaging facility via selected iTLS methodologies
(North-West University (South Africa), 2019)Continuous improvement is required, in order for a company to compete in the global market. Finding a balance between the organisations level of quality and throughput whilst ensuring cost-effectiveness, is a challenge. ... -
Implementing selected lean management tools to achieve effective planning within a construction environment at a tertiary institution
(North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2016)This research study addresses the application of lean manufacturing principles and techniques to a construction environment at a tertiary institution. Assessing the implementation efforts and benefits of the lean approach ... -
Investigating the acceptance of a culture of continuous improvement in the public health sector
(North-West University (South Africa), 2018)Investigating the acceptance of the culture of continuous improvement at the public health sector have a direct link to the quality of the service that the hospital offers and the customer experience. Continuous improvements ... -
A quality improvement plan for a technical department within a petrochemical company
(North-West University (South Africa), 2019)Quality improvement initiatives have been implemented by various manufacturing companies. Through initiatives such as international standards organization, lean production, total quality management systems and six sigma, ... -
Six Sigma : a framework for successful implementation in South African firms
(North-West University, 2008)There can be little doubt that Six Sigma is far more than just another novelty concept; in fact, it can be considered as a proven quality philosophy and if applied correctly, ensures a competitive advantage. A rapidly ... -
Strategic repositioning of Safripol in the South African polymer industry
(North-West University, 2010)Safripol is a South African polymer company producing mainly high density polyethylene and polypropylene for the South African market. Safripol used to be part of a global chemical company Dow Chemicals. Dow Chemical's ...