Level Up As An Effective Decision Maker With Six Sigma

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LEVEL UP AS AN EFFECTIVE
DECISION MAKER WITH SIX SIGMA

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The average adults makes
thousands of decisions a day.
Sure, some of those decisions
might be as benign as selecting
a pair of socks but for business
leaders and executives a large
majority of those decisions have
the potential to truly impact their
organizations.
These decisions also need to
align with business goals and
meet the organization’s vision.
Thus, a good decision maker is
able to look at a scenario both
objectively and strategically to
select the option that best fits the
particular objective at hand.

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Experts have recommended limiting the number of decisions made in a day
to reduce fatigue. However, perhaps it’s more beneficial to improve your
decision-making skills by raising the number of choices you make based on
data and analysis.
To get started, take note of the Six Sigma method for becoming an
effective decision maker.

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First, Observe and Review
When a problem arises, it’s often
tempting to leap into action and find a
solution. However, Six Sigma stresses
beginning with observation. The idea
is to take note of what is happening
and why before searching for a fix.
After all, the results of a decision are
dependent on how much we
understand the matter at hand first.
By that same token, the DMAIC and
DMADV methods of Six Sigma,
designed for improving existing
processes (or products) and
developing new ones respectively,
both begin with the defining stage. It is
during this first step that the problem
and desired outcome are determined.

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Next, Determine the Decision Maker
Many times decisions are made poorly or aren’t made at all because the
individuals involved are not confident on whose shoulder lies the decision
making. It isn’t uncommon for people to defer from making a decision to
avoid problems down the line or taking on a responsibility that is not their
own.

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When organizations implement Six Sigma, each member of the team is
brought on board with the same standards, goals and tools of measurement.
Six Sigma Belts are trained in the appropriate management of projects to
ensure team success and productivity. Thus, when you earn a Six Sigma
Belt, you not only learn how to implement the methodology but also to lead
others to success.

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Finally, Root Your Decisions in Data
For most of us, when we hear Six Sigma, we think data. There’s a reason
the methodology has become so synonymous with statistics. Six Sigma
focuses on the analytic side of decision making to propel constant
improvement and as close to perfect as possible production.

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If you take a look at the elements of the DMAIC and DMADV processes,
you’ll see that the second and third step of each one are measure and
analyze. So, instead of making decisions based on whim, you’ll lead with a
data-based method to find the root of problems, measure current
performance standards and analyze process options.

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To level up as a decision maker in your industry, sign for the Northwest
Center for Performance Excellence’s Winter/Spring 2016 Six Sigma
courses.
These courses are offered at Portland State University, both independently
and as a series to earn certification as a Six Sigma Yellow Belt, Green Belt
or Black Belt.

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Level Up As An Effective Decision Maker With Six Sigma

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