Design for Six Sigma: In Technology and Product Development

Acknowledgments

The authors would like to acknowledge the role of Sigma Breakthrough Technologies, Inc. for providing the opportunity to test and validate the Design For Six Sigma methodology documented in this book. SBTI supported the use of the methods and tools described here within a wide range of companies during their corporate Six Sigma deployments. The cycles of learning were of true benefit to the final product you see here.

There are a few leaders, colleagues, mentors, students, and friends that we would like to recognize and thank for their influence on our thinking—but more importantly, on our actions.

While the body of knowledge known as Design For Six Sigma is still evolving and forming, some elements are becoming accepted standards. ...