Most Six Sigma applications pertain to increasing the efficiency of a key process by focusing on decreasing operating expenses and consequently increasing the bottom line. Few applications address the organization’s top line, or revenue-generation function.

The meaning of simplification is pretty simple—to make less complex or complicated; to make easier; or to reduce to fundamental parts. It’s something we strive for in our everyday personal and work lives to reduce stress and to help ensure we get things right.

When it comes to flowcharts and process mapping, there will always be a need to visit and revisit these tools. The most likely reason process maps and flowcharts are mistakenly seen as interchangeable is that they look similar and use many of the same graphic symbols. However, the goals of each are different.

Securely storing and protecting data requires a whole lot more than a simple back up. A new International standard for data storage security ensures your valuable information stays in safe hands.