This case study looks at one company’s experience deploying and implementing a set of Six Sigma projects within the context of a robust data systems infrastructure – the establishment of which is a fundamental first step in developing an effective transactional Six Sigma initiative. With such an infrastructure in place, projects can proceed more rapidly and with greater success.

Empowering operators with real-time, automated data and drill-down capabilities led to dramatic improvements in first-past yield and reduced scrap costs for a leading Precision Machining company.