Productivity Improvement in the Chassis Preparation Stage of the Amplifier Production Process: A DMAIC Six Sigma Methodology

2016 ◽  
Vol 23 (06) ◽  
pp. 1640012 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anshu Gupta ◽  
Pallavi Sharma ◽  
S. C. Malik ◽  
Neha Agarwal ◽  
P. C. Jha
Keyword(s):  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Production Process ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Control Measure ◽  
Process Performance ◽  
Productivity Improvement ◽  
Six Sigma Methodology ◽  
Moderate Cost ◽  
And Control ◽  
Improved Technology

Manufacturing in India is witnessing a wave of growth, which is required to be supported by measures to increase productivity. Improved technology and infrastructure, design and process innovation, skill development, quality improvement and waste minimization are some of the ways that can be adopted to achieve this goal. At the same time demand for higher value at reduced price is also increasing on the consumer front. As a result, manufacturers are increasingly adopting quality improvement techniques to improve productivity and quality, reduce waste and thereby providing higher value at moderate cost. The data driven Six Sigma quality improvement methodology provides a framework to identify, eliminate and control the causes of variation in an operational process. In this paper, we study the chassis preparation process of an amplifier production process and implement the Six Sigma DMAIC model to identify the causes of variation, suggest and implement measures for improvement, and establish control measure to control the process performance post implementation stage. The implementation of the DMAIC methodology improved the process performance and provided measure to maintain dependable quality in the process.

Studi Kualitas Puding Melalui Pendekatan Six Sigma Studi Kasus Di Pt. Keong Nusantara Abadi

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 44
Author(s):  
Rony Trizudha ◽  
Sri Rahayuningsih ◽  
Ana Komari
Keyword(s):  
Quality Control ◽  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Production Process ◽  
Product Quality ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Improve Quality ◽  
High Productivity ◽  
Fierce Competition ◽  
And Control ◽  
Technology Advances

As technology advances at this time, players in business are aware of the importance of product quality in the increasingly fierce competition in the industrial world due to the emergence of many similar companies. Therefore, companies must be able to compete to meet customer desires and try to retain customers. To maintain customers and their marketing areas, companies must have high competitiveness in order to survive by prioritizing quality improvement, increasing efficiency and increasing productivity to improve quality because by increasing quality, products can be accepted among consumers so that company goals can be fulfilled. Therefore, the company must carry out effective quality control which will result in high productivity, lower overall cost of making goods and the factors that cause production failure to be minimized. To improve quality, use the six sigma method, DMAIC and seven tools so that it can be known the cause of the damage and what actions are taken so that there needs to be a controversy to stabilize the processes of the production process so that we can know what percentage of damage and what factors cause damage, therefore there must be measurements and recommendations for improvement and control to reduce the causes From the analysis, it was found that the dent cup was 20.36%, the lid was 21.36% less dense, the lid was damaged in the finished product 18.72%, the cup was 19.28% less thick, the packaging was flexible 20.55%Seiring kemajuan teknologi pada saat ini pelaku di bisnis menyadari akan pentingnya kualitas produk dalam persaingan dunia industri yang semakin ketat karena banyak bermunculan perusahaan-perusahaan sejenis. Oleh sebab itu perusahaan harus dapat bersaing untuk memenuhi keinginan  pelanggan dan berusaha dapat mempertahankan pelanggan. Untuk mempertahankan pelangan dan wilayah pemasaranya perusahaan-perusahaan harus mempunyai daya saing yang tinggi untuk dapat bertahan dengan mengutamakan peningkatan mutu, peningkatan efisiensi dan peningkatan produktivitas untuk meningkatkan kualitas karena dengan peningkatan kualitas, produk dapat diterima di kalangan konsumen sehingga tujuan perusahaan dapat terpenuhi. Maka dari itu perusahaan harus melakukan pengendalian kualitas yang efektif akan menghasilkan produktivitas yang tinggi, biaya pembuatan barang keseluruhan yang lebih  rendah serta  faktor-faktor yang menyebabkan kegagalan produksi akan dapat ditekan sekecil mungkin. Untuk meningkatkan kualitas mengunakan metode six sigma, DMAIC dan seven tools agar dapat diketahui penyebab  kerusakan  dan  tindakan  apa  saja  yang dilakukan sehingga perlu ada kontror untuk menstabilkan  peoses proses produksi sehinga dapat di ketahui berapa persen  kerusakan dan faktor-faktor apa saja yang menyebabkan  kerusakan maka dari itu harus ada pengukuran dan  rekomendasi perbaikan serta melakukan kontrol untuk mengurangi penyebab kerusakan. Dari hasil analisis  di ketahui cup  penyok 20,36%, lid kurang  rapat  21,36%, lid  rusak  pada produk jadi 18,72%,cup kurang tebal 19,28 %kemasan lentur 20,55%

scholarly journals QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ON CERAMIC TILES PROUCTION PROCESS WITH SIX SIGMA METHOD (DMAIC) AT PT ARWANA CITRAMULIA

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 101
Author(s):  
Priskila Christine Rahayu ◽  
Vanesa Darvin
Keyword(s):  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Production Process ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Ceramic Tiles ◽  
Control Approach ◽  
Sigma Level ◽  
And Control

This study focused on quality improvement on ceramic tiles production process at PT Arwana Citramulia. This study used data defects for 12 months (May 2016 – April 2017) and only focus on one type of defect and it is chop corner. Six sigma with DMAIC (define, measure, analyze, improve, and control) approach was used to improve the process. Each step of DMAIC was conducted to carefully analyze and keep the process precisely. The ceramic tiles production process contains a number of 4375 products defects in million opportunities (DPMO), with sigma level of 4.13. In the improve step of DMAIC, FMEA form was used to propose some recommendations in order to improve the process, some of that that are provision of lubricant periodically by the operator, polishing on the surface of the liner to clean and clear, examination and maintenance periodically. Keyword : Quality, Six Sigma, DMAIC, Defects.

A DMAIC Six Sigma approach to quality improvement in the anodising stage of the amplifier production process

2018 ◽  
Vol 35 (9) ◽  
pp. 1868-1880 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pallavi Sharma ◽  
Suresh Chander Malik ◽  
Anshu Gupta ◽  
P.C. Jha
Keyword(s):  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Production Process ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Shop Floor ◽  
Manufacturing Firm ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Root Cause ◽  
Six Sigma Methodology ◽  
Six Sigma Approach ◽  
Current Reality

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to study the anodising process of a portable amplifier production process to identify and eliminate the sources of variations, in order to improve the process productivity. Design/methodology/approach The study employs the define-measure-analyse-improve-control (DMAIC) Six Sigma methodology. Within the DMAIC framework various tools of quality management such as SIPOC analysis, cause and effect diagram, current reality tree, etc., are used in different stages. Findings High rejection rate was found to be the main problem leading to lower productivity of the process. Four types of defects were identified as main cause of rejections in the baseline process. Pareto analysis resulted in detection of the top defects, which were then analysed in details to find the root cause of the problem. Further study resulted in finding improvement measures that were discussed with the management before implementation. The process is sampled again to check the improvements, and control measures were established. Practical implications The study provides a framework for implementation of DMAIC Six Sigma methodology for a manufacturing firm. The results presented are based on the data collected from the shop floor. Results and findings of the study were implemented for quality improvement of the process. Originality/value The study is based on an original research conducted with the objective of quality improvement in the anodising process of the production process. Besides presenting an approach to DMAIC Six Sigma methodology, an application of the current reality tree tool for root cause analysis is presented, a tool used limitedly in the Six Sigma studies. The tool finds its uniqueness in its ability to address problems relating multiple factors than isolated factors.

scholarly journals Histology Slide Quality Improvement Project Utilizing DMAIC principle of Six Sigma Quality Improvement Methodology

2021 ◽  
Vol 156 (Supplement_1) ◽  
pp. S111-S112
Author(s):  
Y Wang ◽  
A Loboda ◽  
M Chitsaz ◽  
S Ganesan
Keyword(s):  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Endometrial Biopsy ◽  
Improvement Project ◽  
Histology Slide ◽  
Six Sigma Methodology ◽  
And Control

Abstract Introduction/Objective DMAIC (an acronym for Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control) refers to a data- driven improvement cycle used for improving, optimizing, and stabilizing business processes and designs. Our goal was to utilize DMAIC principle of six sigma quality to improve histology slide quality. Methods/Case Report We “defined” the problem as suboptimal quality in endometrial biopsy slides (defects). Utilizing the DMAIC principle and adhering to a strict timeline, the defects found during baseline slide quality review were “measured” by linking the defects to specific histology competencies, which were addressed systematically for process improvement (PI). After PI, a follow up review (“improve” and “control” phases) was carried out to identify measurable outcomes as a testament to quality. Results (if a Case Study enter NA) During the problem “measurement” phase, the defects found in the baseline review of 175 slides were linked to four specific histology competencies (fixation, embedding, cutting, and staining). Processing was excluded as it is completely automated and standardized. Our analysis showed that 83.3 % of defects were linked to embedding (“tissue too dispersed”). As embedding competency depends on the size and nature of the tissue (e.g. mucus and blood admixed with tissue), grossing competency was also addressed along with embedding at the respective workstations. Recommendations were offered to the grosser, embedder, and cutter to reduce variables during the “improvement” phase. Follow up review was done on 196 slides. The number of defective slides decreased and the defects that linked to “tissue too dispersed” had an overall improvement of 91.3%. Once the PI is proven to be effective, in service to histotechnology personnel biannually were also offered during “control” phase. Conclusion We have demonstrated successful methods for improving histology slide quality utilizing DMAIC principle of quality improvement by six sigma methodology DMAIC principle can be creatively adapted in laboratory practice management to enhance quality.

scholarly journals ANALISIS KECACATAN KEMASAN PRODUK OKKY JELLY DRINK PERISA BLACKCURRANT SEBAGAI UPAYA PERBAIKAN KUALITAS DENGAN METODE DMAIC PADA PT. TRITEGUH MANUNGGAL SEJATI

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Suharto Suharto ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Control ◽  
Production Process ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Cause And Effect ◽  
Sigma Level ◽  
Quality Control Tool ◽  
And Control ◽  
Cause And Effect Diagram ◽  
Control Tool

Abstract This study aims to determine and identify the causes of defects in the production process of PT. Triteguh Manunggal Sejati and know the level of sigma level. This research uses the six sigma method with the DMAIC approach as a quality control tool, which includes the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control stages. Based on this study the results obtained are the level of sigma level at PT.Triteguh Manunggal Sejati is 4.96, which means that in the stage of sigma level the company has not reached the level of six sigma levels because in the production process at PT.Triteguh Manunggal Sejati still has product defects in the production process not yet achieved zero defect. The causes of product defects are based on cause and effect diagrams namely lid / seal defects are leaky lid, broken lid, and tilted lid. Kata kunci : Defect, Six Sigma, DMAIC, cause and effect diagram

scholarly journals Pengendalian Kualitas Proses Pengemasan Gula Dengan Pendekatan Six Sigma

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 43
Author(s):  
Aulia Kusumawati ◽  
Lailatul Fitriyeni
Keyword(s):  
Quality Control ◽  
Production Process ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Control Method ◽  
Business Success ◽  
Company Performance ◽  
Jet Engine ◽  
Corporate Goals ◽  
And Control ◽  
Main Factor

The main factor to achieve business success in the era of globalization is quality. Quality control is key in maintaining customer loyalty. In the company's production process is still found the resulting product does not comply with the specified specifications. This study aims to determine the value of sigma and factors causing damage to the production process of bagging section For companies with quality control is expected to achieve corporate goals. In this study, the methods used is Six Sigma with define, measure, analyze, improve. Six Sigma result is measurement of company performance baseline at measurement stage that is company at condition 5,1 sigma with DPMO equal to 162,4532. The factors causing the disability of sugar packing are lack of research and skill of the operator, instability of conveyor speeds and jet engine position, machine hygiene condition, lack of weighing machine, and ineffective treatment, and control method.

Modern methods of the quality improvement and their application in managing of changes in a company

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (10) ◽  
pp. 64-72
Author(s):  
Pavol Gejdos
Keyword(s):  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Business Processes ◽  
Relevant Information ◽  
Correct Choice ◽  
Sigma Level ◽  
Continuous Quality ◽  
Modern Methods ◽  
Six Sigma Methodology ◽  
A Company

This article deals about the application of the Six Sigma methodology by using modern methods in various stages of the DMAIC improvement model. The change management of business processes in terms of quality is determined by the correct choice of methods and tools for reducing discrepancies and non-productive costs. The evaluation of selected processes of furniture production through defects per million opportunities, efficiency, capability and sigma level before the change and after the change in the quality process provides relevant information for ensuring continuous quality improvement. Implementation of assessing changes in the process is a source of information for continuous improvement of process performance. Keywords: Processes, quality improvement, Six Sigma, DMAIC, changes in processes.

Applying quality improvement methodologies to decrease the time-to-activation of new clinical trials at an NCI-designated comprehensive cancer center.

2019 ◽  
Vol 37 (27_suppl) ◽  
pp. 296-296
Author(s):  
Timothy J Brown ◽  
Erin Fenske Williams ◽  
Patrice Griffith ◽  
Asal Shoushtari Rahimi ◽  
Rhonda Oilepo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Clinical Trial ◽  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Comprehensive Cancer Center ◽  
Cancer Center ◽  
Process Map ◽  
Decision Points ◽  
Improvement Methodologies ◽  
Six Sigma Methodology ◽  
Pass Through

296 Background: Initiating a new clinical trial is burdensome and complex. The time to activate a clinical trial can directly affect the ability to provide innovative, state-of-the-art care to patients. We sought to understand the process of activating an oncology clinical trial at a matrix National Cancer Institute-designated, comprehensive cancer center. Methods: A multidisciplinary team of stakeholders within the cancer center, university, and affiliate hospitals held a retreat to map out the process of activating a clinical trial from packet receipt to enrollment of the first patient. We applied classical QI and Six Sigma methodology to determine bottlenecks and redundancies in activating a clinical trial. During this process, particular attention was paid to time to pass through each step and perceived barriers and bottlenecks were identified through group discussions. The time to activation was measured from the day the trial packet was received until the time when the trial was open for enrollment. Results: The process map identified 66 steps with 12 decision points to activate a new clinical trial. The following two steps were instituted first: 1) allow parallel scientific committee and institutional review board (IRB) review and 2) allow the clinical research coordination committee to review protocols for feasibility and university interest separate from the IRB approval process. These changes resulted in a mean time-to-activation change from 194 days at baseline to 135 days after these changes were implemented. The committee continues to track the activation time and this frame work is used to identify additional improvement steps. Conclusions: By applying quality improvement methodologies and Six Sigma principles, we were able to redesign redundant aspects of the process of activating a clinical trial at a matrix comprehensive cancer center. This was associated with a reduction of time to activation of trials. More importantly, the process map provides a framework to maintain these gains and implement further changes.

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