Quality Improvement Methodologies - PDCA Cycle, RADAR Matrix, DMAIC and DFSS

• Autorzy: Sokovic M. , Pavletic D. , Kern Pipan K.
• Języki publikacji: EN

Abstrakty

EN

Purpose: of this paper is to introduce the reader to the characteristics of PDCA tool and Six Sigma (DMAIC, DFSS) techniques and EFQM Excellence Model (RADAR matrix), which are possible to use for the continuous quality improvement of products, processes and services in organizations. Design/methodology/approach: We compared the main characteristics of the presented methodologies aiming to show the main prerequisites, differences, strengths and limits in their application. Findings: Depending on the purpose every organization will have to find a proper way and a combination of methodologies in its implementation process. The PDCA cycle is a well known fundamental concept of continuous-improvement processes, RADAR matrix provides a structured approach assessing the organizational performance, DMAIC is a systematic, and fact based approach providing framework of results-oriented project management, DFSS is a systematic approach to new products or processes design focusing on prevent activities. Research limitations/implications: This paper provides general information and observations on four presented methodologies. Further research could be done towards more detailed study of characteristics and positive effects of these methodologies. Practical implications: The paper presents condensed presentation of main characteristics, strengths and limitations of presented methodologies. Our findings could be used as solid information for management decisions about the introduction of various quality programmes. Originality/value: We compared four methodologies and showed their main characteristics and differences. We showed that some methodologies are more simple and therefore easily to understand and introduce (e.g. PDCA cycle). On the contrary Six Sigma and EFQM Excellence model are more complex and demanding methodologies and therefore need more time and resources for their proper implementation.

Słowa kluczowe

EN

quality continuous improvement; PDCA cycle; EFQM Excellence Model; RADAR Matrix; Six Sigma

PL

ciągłe doskonalenie jakości; cykl PDCA; model doskonałości EFQM; Six Sigma

• Wydawca: International OCSCO World Press
• Czasopismo: Journal of Achievements in Materials and Manufacturing Engineering
• Rocznik: 2010
• Tom: Vol. 43, nr 1
• Strony: 476--483
• Opis fizyczny: Bibliogr. 21 poz., rys., wykr.

Twórcy

autor

Sokovic M.

• Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, University of Ljubljana, Askerceva 6, SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia

autor

Pavletic D.

• Faculty of Engineering, University of Rijeka, Vukovarska 58, 51000 Rijeka, Croatia

autor

Kern Pipan K.

• Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology, Metrology Institute of the Republic of Slovenia (MIRS), Grudnovo nabrezje 17, SI-1000, Ljubljana, Slovenia

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