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THE EVOLUTION OF
LEAN SIX SIGMA
AT 3M, INC.

P r e s e n t e d B y: J o h n W h i t e
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Introduction
 3M – global powerhouse that improves
our daily lives.
 In the mid 1980’s – developed the Six
Sigma measurement system
 Six Sigma – disciplined, statistical-based,
data-driven approach.
 Eliminating defects in a product, process
or service.
 Maximizing efficiency and dramatically
improving profitability for businesses.
 Adopted by countless companies
worldwide.

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W. James McNerney Jr.

The Six Sigma
approach to process a
business improvement.
six sigma can energize
Background an organization;
increases sales and cash
of the Study flows; and
 satisfy customer better
and strengthen
management
development.
It aims at identifying
and eliminating
activities

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Statement of the Problem
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This study aims to determine the

effectiveness of the Lean Six Sigma
Program to 3M, Inc.
Specifically, this study seeks to answer
the question:

1. How effective is Lean Six Sigma

Program to 3M, Inc.?

2. How did the Lean Six Sigma help 3M,

Inc.?

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 Table 1. The sales before Lean Six Sigma was implemented (Year
1996-2002).
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Table 2. . The sales after Lean Six Sigma was implemented
(Year 2001-2006).
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CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

A.Conclusions
Based on the finding, the following conclusions are here by drawn:
1. Lean Six Sigma is effective in boosting the 3M’s sales and profits.
2. Lean Six Sigma is not enough to improve the company’s performance.
3. Lean Six Sigma is different from traditional Total Quality
Management programs.
4. Lean Six Sigma help in managing costs of the company better.

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B. Recommendations
As a result of the findings and the conclusion of the study, the following
recommendations are put forward:
1. We recommend that companies use Lean Six Sigma Program to improve
sales and profit of their business organization.
2. Top management must not disregard innovation but must balance if with
Lean Six Sigma Program.
3. Top management must also be ambidextrous and carefully balance
allocation of resources, learn assignments and investment for both innovation
and improvement to occur in the firm.

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