This is the fourth in a series addressing the issues related to semiconductor design-for-yield. For the first three parts see pdf file. Statistical or six-sigma design requires the establishment of ...

Six Sigma refers to a data-driven approach used by companies to upgrade their business processes. The method uses a five-step methodology to eliminate defects at all stages within a company. Six Sigma ...

Six Sigma falls solidly in the quantitative tradition of SQC. Judy Nelson, first vice president of direct client services at Merrill Lynch, who has implemented Six Sigma in several call centers, says, ...