Critical success factors for Six Sigma projects

Marzagão, Daniela Santana Lambert; Carvalho, Marly Monteiro de

doi:10.1016/j.ijproman.2016.08.005

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“…In a PHP project, the project manager needs to coordinate and communicate with relevant stakeholders to achieve the objectives. The project manager should have problem-solving competence, which means being able to identify, analyze, and solve problems [29]. The project manager should invest adequate time to ensure that activities are executed according to the plan or make the plan reliable.…”

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Critical Success Factors for Project Planning and Control in Prefabrication Housing Production: A China Study

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Abstract:The process of prefabrication housing production (PHP) has been inevitably faced with diverse challenges. A number of factors affect the successful implementation of PHP. However, the critical success factors (CSFs) remain unrevealed. This paper aims to examine the CSFs for the planning and control of PHP projects. A total of 23 factors were identified as a result of literature review, in-depth interviews and pilot studies with experts in the construction industry. A questionnaire survey was conducted with designers, manufacturers, and contractors in China. The result showed that the top five CSFs were: (1) designers' experience of PHP, (2) manufacturer's experience of PHP, (3) project manager's ability to solve problems, (4) maturity of techniques used in the detailed design phase, and (5) persistent policies and incentives. The 23 CSFs were further categorized into five groups via exploratory factor analysis, namely: (1) technology and method, (2) information, communication and collaboration, (3) external environment, (4) experience and knowledge, and (5) competence of the project manager. In particular, "technology and method" played the dominant role. This study contributes to the existing body of knowledge via a holistic approach covering the key actors of PHP such as designers, manufacturers as well as contractors to examine CSFs of PHP. These findings provided designers and project managers with a useful set of criteria for the effective project planning and control of PHP and facilitated the successful implementation PHP.

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Critical Success Factors for Project Planning and Control in Prefabrication Housing Production: A China Study

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“…Although there are a number of publications on critical success factors of projects (Ahimbisibwe et al 2015;Bayiley, Teklu 2016;Chou, Pramudawardhani 2015;Cserhati, Szabo 2014;Ika, Donnelly 2017;Osei-Kyei, Chan 2015;Liu et al 2014;Marzagão, Carvalho 2016;Mukhtar et al 2017;Pal et al 2017;Ribeiro et al 2017;Shen et al 2017;Williams 2016;Xavier et al 2017;Yalegama et al 2016;Yamin, Sim 2016;Zou et al 2014), none of these studies focus comprehensively on this aspect of renewable energy projects, particularly in Pakistan's renewable power projects. The main emphasis of present research is placed on the identification of success factors and then prioritization of most critical factors contributing towards the success of renewable energy projects.…”

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Identifying the Critical Success Factors and Their Relevant Aspects for Renewable Energy Projects; An Empirical Perspective

Maqbool

Rashid

Sultana

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Journal of Civil Engineering and Management

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Abstract. Owed to their enormous impact on the sustainable development of energy security, climate change, and the economy, multiple renewable-energy projects are carried out around the world, both in developed and in developing countries. Since the construction of renewable energy project is an entrepreneurial activity, there is a big concern about the success of such projects. Although pertinent literature suggests several methodologies to enhance the success of various projects, renewable-energy projects are still overlooked. This study identifies multiple critical success factors (CSFs), required for renewable-energy projects. Using a sample of 272 firms working on renewable energy projects in Pakistan, a quantitative and causal study was undertaken to identify the critical success factors (CSFs). Structural equation modeling (SEM) was applied to test and verify hypothesis. The results show that there is a strong direct dependency of project success over the proposed factors, however environmental factors are found to be the only predominant CSFs which show the significant indirect effect on project success. The study expected to contribute towards and widen up the existing knowledge base for the project performance of renewable energy projects by adding on the findings regarding critical success factors.

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“…12,13 It is a disciplined management strategy, characterized by a systemic approach and intensive use of statistical thinking, which aims to dramatically reduce the variability of critical processes and increase profitability of businesses through the optimization of products and processes, seeking satisfaction of customers. 14,15 Although Motorola is the precursor of the Six Sigma methodology, it has gained popularity only in 1994, when the president of General Electric (GE) considered it critical to the pursuit of higher quality and profitability. The methodology is grounded on various features of previous quality models, such as the statistical thinking, where there is an increased emphasis on quality control, analysis, and troubleshooting.…”

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Six Sigma methodology advantages for small- and medium-sized enterprises: A case study in the plumbing industry in the United States

Takao

Woldt

Silva

2017

Advances in Mechanical Engineering

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The intense competitive manufacturing environment results in small-and medium-sized enterprises searching for strategies to drive cost reduction and increase quality. While these are goals all organizations strive for, small-and mediumsized enterprises must accomplish these continuous improvement objectives with limited resources. The integration of quality tools with the Six Sigma methodology is fundamentally important in this process. This article describes the application of the Six Sigma methodology in a North American plumbing products small-and medium-sized enterprise. In this study, a cross-functional team uses the Six Sigma tools and methodology to reduce cycle time and increase sales. This case study presents a roadmap for studying the production cycle using the DMAIC process (define, measure, analyze, improve, and control). Using a market research study, the team quantitatively defines the problem, measures the process, analyzes the supporting data, and implements a series of solutions resulting in increased customer satisfaction. In addition, strategies are implemented to control the process improvements. The results offer evidence of Six Sigma effectiveness for small-and medium-sized enterprises and offer direction for small-and medium-sized enterprises interested in implementing a similar approach.

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Critical success factors for Six Sigma projects

Cited by 86 publications

References 61 publications

Critical Success Factors for Project Planning and Control in Prefabrication Housing Production: A China Study

Critical Success Factors for Project Planning and Control in Prefabrication Housing Production: A China Study

Identifying the Critical Success Factors and Their Relevant Aspects for Renewable Energy Projects; An Empirical Perspective

Six Sigma methodology advantages for small- and medium-sized enterprises: A case study in the plumbing industry in the United States

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