A DMAIC Framework to Improve Quality and Sustainability in Additive Manufacturing—A Case Study

Delgadillo, Rodrigo Rodriguez; Medini, Khaled; Wuest, Thorsten

doi:10.3390/su14010581

Cited by 18 publications

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“…The process that uses the six-sigma methodology for the reduction of waste or the elimination of problems in critical variables is the DMAIC process, which is to define, measure, analyze, implement and control (Rodriguez, Medini, and Wuest 2022). This process consists of the identification of the variable(s) that are of a critical type about quality and make the product, process, or service did not meet the requirements of the clients.…”

Section: Dmaic Processmentioning

confidence: 99%

6 Sigma Methodology: Basic Tool Teaching and Application for Beginning Practitioners in Automotive Assembly

Baro

Reyes

2023

Preprint

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6 Sigma works with projects called DMAIC to reduce problems that are classified as quality-critical, transportation-critical, or cost critical. A DMAIC project stands for Define, Measure, Analyze, Implement Improvements, and Control. With this DMAIC methodology, the reduction of the variation that arises from the types of problems that were mentioned within the 6 Sigma methodology is sought. In this way, in each phase of the project or DMAIC process, different types of quality tools are used that serve to obtain the objective of each stage. Then, the objective of this research is the presentation of the most effective tools of the methodology and how they can be applied to any type of problem to increase efficiency and productivity, only and so that beginning practitioners can begin to implement it in any project regardless of the degree they are studying.

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Section: Dmaic Processmentioning

confidence: 99%

6 Sigma Methodology: Basic Tool Teaching and Application for Beginning Practitioners in Automotive Assembly

Baro

Reyes

2023

Preprint

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“…The similarities between the two methodologies will be discussed in the following paragraphs. In the define step from the DMAIC methodology, forming a team to work on the improvement project (Liu et al , 2023; Rodriguez Delgadillo et al , 2022) matches creating team action from preparation and selection steps from CBPM methodology (Ubaid and Dweiri, 2020). Moreover, one of the objectives in the define step from the DMAIC methodology is to identify project opportunities and ensure they represent legitimate breakthrough potential (Ren et al , 2022).…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…DMAIC is a methodology used for improvement projects with 6σ (Ahmed et al , 2023; Liu et al , 2023; Purushothaman and Ahmad, 2022; Ren et al , 2022; Uluskan and Karşı, 2022) and Lean Six Sigma (LSS) (Bilgin Turna, 2023; Kaswan et al , 2023; Rathi et al , 2022; Singh et al , 2023; Şişman, 2022; Trubetskaya et al , 2023). However, DMAIC method can be used as a standalone methodology (Rodriguez Delgadillo et al , 2022; Tufail et al , 2022).…”

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confidence: 99%

Developing an enhanced business process improvement methodology (EBPIM)

Ubaid,

Dweiri

2023

IJLSS

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Purpose This research paper aims to develop and validate an enhanced business process improvement methodology (EBPIM) by integrating the DMAIC (define, measure, analyze, improve and control) and the comprehensive business process management (CBPM) methodologies. Design/methodology/approach A systematic literature review and analysis were conducted to prove the novelty of the research approach and identify the similarities, differences, strengths and weaknesses of the DMAIC and the CBPM methodologies. The EBPIM was proposed based on the analysis results. Then, a focus group approach was used to evaluate and validate the methodology. Findings The EBPIM consists of nine activities: preparation, selection, description, quantification, modeling, enactment, improvement opportunities selection, analysis and improvement and monitoring. The proposed methodology adopted the systematic and structured process of the DMAIC methodology by having one tollgate between every two activities to check the progress and authorize the team to go to the next activity. At the same time, it has the ability of the CBPM methodology to enhance the interaction between human activities and business process management systems (BPMS). Research limitations/implications The EBPIM was evaluated and validated by a focus group of academic professors. However, the main limitation of the proposed methodology is that it is still theoretical and needs to be empirically tested. Therefore, future work will focus on testing the EBPIM in different industries and organization sizes. Practical implications From the theoretical perspective, the proposed methodology adds value to the knowledge in the scope of business processes improvement methodologies (BPIMs) by integrating the DMAIC and the CBPM methodologies. It takes advantage of and combines the strengths of the DMAIC and CBPM methodologies. From the practical perspective, the proposed methodology presents a valuable tool that can facilitate the organization’s mission to improve the areas that need improvement using a systematic improvement methodology that will effectively enhance organizational performance (OP). Originality/value The BPIMs literature analysis proved that most of the reviewed methodologies could not support all phases of the business process improvement (BPI) activities. It was concluded that integrating the DMAIC and the CBPM methodologies is a novel approach. The proposed methodology will enhance the efficiency of both methodologies, fill the gaps that may exist in both of them and lead to better results in terms of BPI.

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“…Such strategies are usually composed of a set of KPIs that define and quantify different aspects of an organisation [ 53 ]. Clearly defined KPIs are very useful in monitoring and enhancing manufacturing operations [ 56 ]. In light of reviewing the literature, implementation of frameworks has shown to be essential in maintaining company actions aligned with established strategic goals.…”

Section: Literature Reviewmentioning

confidence: 99%

Identification of the Right Environmental KPIs for Manufacturing Operations: Towards a Continuous Sustainability Framework

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Sustainable manufacturing has grown into a major subject of discussion between individuals and organisations around the world. This is attributed to the recognition of the urgency in advancing sustainable manufacturing due to the diminishing non-renewable resources, stricter regulations related to environmental impacts and the increasing consumer preference for environmental-friendly products. However, manufacturing companies have been confronted with a decision on which KPIs to select for appraising their processes, and how they should interpret these KPIs in transforming their processes towards a sustainable future. This paper presents a structured framework for the manufacturing industries to identify the right environmental KPIs. It includes building a database for environmental KPIs, categorising, ranking, and composing a final KPI set for specified targets. The developed method allows for the selection of the most effective KPI in representing a specified target as well as identifying unmonitored environmental aspects. The framework has been corroborated by subject matter and industry experts in which the potential benefits have been verified.

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A DMAIC Framework to Improve Quality and Sustainability in Additive Manufacturing—A Case Study

Cited by 18 publications

References 36 publications

6 Sigma Methodology: Basic Tool Teaching and Application for Beginning Practitioners in Automotive Assembly

6 Sigma Methodology: Basic Tool Teaching and Application for Beginning Practitioners in Automotive Assembly

Developing an enhanced business process improvement methodology (EBPIM)

Identification of the Right Environmental KPIs for Manufacturing Operations: Towards a Continuous Sustainability Framework

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