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Define-Measure-Analyze-

Improve-Control (DMAIC)

Six Sigma’s most common and well-known methodology is its problem-solving

DMAIC approach. This section overviews the methodology and its high-level

requirements, given that the requirements define the appropriate deliverables,

which dictate the tasks and the tool selection to aid in the task. This section also

outlines the DMAIC standard toolset, through the understanding of the tool-

task-deliverables linkage, to facilitate appropriate selection of a tool when refer-

fications in either a product or process is the primary problem.

Variation can take on many forms. DMAIC resolves issues of defects

or failures, deviation from a target, excess cost or time, and deterioration.

Six Sigma reduces variation within and across the value-adding steps in a

process. DMAIC identifies key requirements, deliverables, tasks, and

standard tools for a project team to utilize when tackling a problem.

Brief Description of DMAIC Applications

This classic or traditional Six Sigma methodology was designed to solve a

problematic process or product and/or service offering to regain control.

It addresses improvements in p