Deming Institute

SEPTEMBER 15, 2016

The third under appreciated area is the call for statistical leadership. Maybe free markets, maybe capitalism, maybe the opportunity to earn a living through business, maybe that is part of the solution. For those of you that have read Out of the Crisis, Deming asks in that book: Need any country be poor?

Rogers 28

Rogers Deming Six Sigma Engineering 28

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 30, 2016

ZBB’s resurgence is further fueled by the uncertain markets hindering many companies’ efforts to attract fresh capital, as we see venture capital and private equity funds increasingly pushing ZBB on their portfolio companies, in the hope of securing a more rapid and profitable exit on their investments.

Zero Based Budgeting 9

Zero Based Budgeting Budgeting Supply Chain Company 9

Harvard Business Review

APRIL 6, 2011

A large division of this company had recognized the need to dramatically change its business model to survive and succeed in a changing market. The leadership got impatient waiting for demonstrated results. Engage the finance organization. Finance was on board at the company in our story. Quickly deliver tangible results.

Process 14

Process Six Sigma Finance Short-term 14

Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

This striking gap signals an opportunity for companies: Secure a competitive advantage by building your employees' ability to succeed in the increasingly complicated labyrinths of today's — and tomorrow's — markets. In our experience, social entrepreneurs can be extraordinary role models in this regard.

Entrepreneur 8

Entrepreneur Company Six Sigma Franchising 8