Six Sigma Fundamentals: A Complete Introduction to the System, Methods, and Tools

The executives legitimize the changes about to happen because of the six sigma implementation methodology through their actions to:

• Establish the vision—why we are doing six sigma.

• Articulate the business strategy—how six sigma supports the business strategy.

• Provide resources.

• Remove roadblocks and buffer conflicts.

• Support the culture change by encouraging others to take the risk and make the change.

• Monitor the results by defining the scorecard for six sigma and holding others accountable for the results.

• Align the systems and structures with the changes taking place.

• Participate with the black belts through project reviews and recognition of results.