But how? Well, the Sudden Six Sigma approach - a simple, cost-effective and results-oriented methodology - retains Six Sigma's powerful focus on root cause analysis, data-driven decision making, strategic alignment and sustainable, continuous improvement, while emphasizing immediate impacts, the power of intuition and the often overlooked human aspects of effective transformation.
Adaptability and versatility is the key to preserving the vitality and potency of Six Sigma. While the training and experience of certified Six Sigma Master Black Belts, Black Belts and Green Belts holds the promise of tremendous value, we can't continue to apply the same hefty, burdensome and jargon-addled methodology to every business problem in every enterprise and every industry. We must not underestimate the power of common sense, intuition and, above all, a healthy sense of urgency.
If we're going to transform business and move forward competitively, we won't do it with overly academic and out-of-touch armies of paralyzed analysts. And we can't proceed under a banner of linear regression and chi squares. We must adopt a Sudden Six Sigma mindset. In the end, our mantra must only be:
Better. Faster. Cheaper.
Next time, we'll get into the details of the 6 Ds of the Sudden Six Sigma Better-Faster-Cheaper process.
