1. In general, a Six Sigma Black Belt should be
quantitatively oriented.
2. With minimal guidance, the Six Sigma Black Belt should
be able to use data to convert broad generalizations into actionable goals.
3. The Six Sigma Black Belt should be able to make the
business case for attempting to accomplish these goals.
4. The Six Sigma Black Belt should be able to develop
detailed plans for achieving these goals.
5. The Six Sigma Black Belt should be able to measure
progress towards the goals in terms meaningful to customers and leaders.
6. The Six Sigma Black Belt should know how to establish
control systems for maintaining the gains achieved through Six Sigma.
7. The Six Sigma Black Belt should understand and be able
to communicate the rationale for continuous improvement, even after initial
goals have been accomplished.
8. The Six Sigma Black Belt should be familiar with
research that quantifies the benefits firms have obtained from Six Sigma.
9. The Six Sigma Black Belt should know or be able to
find the PPM rates associated with different sigma levels (e.g., Six Sigma =
3.4 PPM)
10. The Six Sigma Black Belt should know the approximate
relative cost of poor quality associated with various sigma levels (e.g., three
sigma firms report 25% COPQ).
