Amalgamating TQM and Six Sigma: Fostering Rejuvenating Prospect

Abstract

TQM and Six Sigma techniques are the most astounding and realistic methodologies sway towards optimistic potential. The designated paper investigates the possibility of integrating the inimitable fields of Total Quality Management and Six Sigma to generate combined concepts, line of attack, tools and protocols, which will furnish augmented business benefits and employee emancipation. The genuine value of Six Sigma initiates to exemplify the organization’s strategic plan facilitating to implement the strategy with a focus on the paying customers. With the intention to accomplish the true benefits of Six Sigma, projects will traverse organizational boundaries and be focused on business processes that recounts for TQM exertions. A conceptual case is established for essentially integrating both streams of management to materialize a holistic approach that can eventually bring about stimulating inferences. The conclusion to the paper invites those working in the areas of TQM and Six Sigma to ascend the paramount challenges and initiate the steps to create transforming procedures.

Key Words: TQM, Six Sigma, Strategic Plan, Holistic Approach, Organizational
Boundaries.