A previous blog, AQL (Acceptable Quality Level) sampling can be deceptive, described issues with AQL testing. This blog will elaborate more on this point using an example.

Shifting the Paradigm: Acceptable Quality Level Sampling Can Be Deceptive

April 1, 2011

By Forrest W. Breyfogle III

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In business, there are many pink elephant-in-the-room issues, which are not typically discussed. These unchallenged practices or policies often lead to behaviors that result in very unhealthy unintended consequences.

The Inside Track on Six Sigma Training

February 1, 2008

By Forrest W. Breyfogle III

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It is essential to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of training methods that lead to certification and implementation of Lean Six Sigma and related methodologies. This is necessary for any organization to ensure alignment not only with all operational processes, but equally important, the entire enterprise.

Quality Management: The Three Rs of Business

May 15, 2007

By Forrest W. Breyfogle III

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It is disheartening to watch the continuing exodus of business leaders from their organizations because of poor performance. According to recent research, the number of executive turnovers at North American public companies increased by 68% between 2005 and 2006; between 40% to 60% of high-level corporate executives recruited from outside the company will fail within two years; and at large companies, chief financial officers are turning over at the rate of 22% per year.

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