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Green Sigma and the technology of transformation for environmental stewardship
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by E. G. Olson
and N. Brady
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Many enterprises have launched initiatives and benefited from
improving their position as stewards of the environment. Strategies
that help determine where to focus investments and resources in
order to improve the environment are also becoming more common.
Not surprisingly, methodologies designed to reduce waste are well
suited to help companies that have environmental impact objectives
such as reducing their carbon footprint and conserving natural
resources. Green Sigma™, developed by IBM, is one such
methodology that enables transformation for environmental
stewardship by applying a proven process, robust analysis tools,
and effective technology solutions. It utilizes aspects of the
traditional Lean and Six Sigma™ methodologies while providing
the necessary tools to identify, implement, and sustain
improvements that have a positive impact on the environment. The
Green Sigma methodology is explained and then applied to a
manufacturing and warehouse facility in an actual case study. By
following the five steps of Green Sigma, applying robust analysis
tools, and creating a management dashboard system, an energy
savings of at least 20% was identified and achieved.
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