Lean Six Sigma is a process for solving a problem. It will:

• Define = define the process
• Measure = map out the current process
• Analyze = Identify the cause of the problem
• Improve = Implement and verify solution(s)
• Control = Maintain the solution(s)

Lean Six Sigma relies on a collaborative team effort to improve performance by systematically removing waste and reduction variation. It combines lean manufacturing/lean enterprise and Six Sigma to eliminate the eight kinds of waste.

1. Defects
2. Over-production
3. Waiting
4. Non-utilized talent
5. Transportation
6. Inventory
7. Motion
8. Extra processing

Lean Six Sigma reduces these waste and provides a framework for overall organizational culture change and success.