A new Six Sigma book outlines the use of the methodology with an up-to-date approach to enhance the produce development cycle. Graham Wilson’s Six Sigma and the Product Development Cycle (Butterworth-Heinemann, 2005), looks at the common steps companies follow to create the companywide culture that’s crucial for Six Sigma’s success. It also addresses how to take a concept from an idea to final delivery so that it achieves Six Sigma quality at launch. The book’s current emphasis on shorter timelines and fast-reacting companies makes it vital knowledge for forward-thinking organizations.

Wilson is a corporate strategist and leadership coach. For more information, visit www.elsevier.com.

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