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Pre-Control Chart
This tool allows you to monitor, assess, and control CTP and CTQ factors of your process, using a simple stoplight (green/yellow/red) zoning technique.
Download Template (XLS, 77 KB)
Updated December 2, 2008

Virtual Factory
The Virtual Factory simulates the manufacturing process of a turned shaft used in electrical motor assemblies.  The data can be used to perform many different types of analysis including Capability Studies, Regression Analysis, and others.
Download Template(XLS, 117 KB)
Updated November 26, 2008

Six Sigma Greenbelt Study Guide: Introduction
A SSF Exclusive!
This exclusive 5-part series created by Dean Christolear, one of Six Sigma Forum’s top contributors, utilizes a project-focused approach to teach you the tools and skills you need to be an effective six sigma greenbelt. Chapters will be released bi-weekly to give you time to select a project and apply what you learn, as you learn it.
Full Article (Members Only) >>> (PDF, 88 KB)
Updated: November 20, 2008

16-Run Plackett-Burman Experiment Design Template
Use this template to reduce the number of potential root causes of a problem to from 12–15 down to three to seven.
Download Template (XLS, 553 KB)
Updated November 20, 2008

Gage Linearity and Bias Study This tool can be used to check any measurement gage in your manufacturing process for linearity over a range of reference values.
Download Tool (XLS, 193 KB)
Updated October 31, 2008

Gage R&R with ANOVA & XbarR Analysis New & Improved Version!
This spreadsheet allows the user to perform a complete Gage Repeatability and Reproducibility (GR&R) study using both ANOVA and XbarR Analysis. 
Download Template (XLS, 391 KB)
Updated October 17, 2008

NGT Multivoting Tool
Use this simple tool to prioritize, analyze (via a Pareto), and minimize a comprehensive list of potential root causes to the vital few.
Download Template (XLS, 53 KB)
Updated October 6, 2008

Avoiding the Mistakes of the Past: Lessons Learned on What Makes or Breaks Quality Initiatives
Judiciously addressing six key factors can improve your organization’s ability to implement new programs.
Full Article (Members Only) >>> (PDF, 106 KB)
Updated: September 30, 2008

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