07/06/2025
London, 6 June 2025
Webinar: Six Sigma
Introduction
The Six Sigma Webinar, held on 6 June 2025, brought together a diverse audience of 100+ students and professionals from various geographical locations, including the UK, India, the US, and the Middle East. The session was designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of Six Sigma principles, methodologies, and statistical tools, facilitating informed decision-making and quality enhancement in business processes.
Speakers and Special Guest
The event was led by Mainak Roy, Financial Controller at the London Borough of Brent, whose expertise in financial strategy and operational efficiency enriched the discussion on Six Sigma applications. A special guest, Dr Ananda Gupta, a distinguished eye surgeon based in London, shared insights on the practical use of Six Sigma principles in healthcare, particularly in optimizing medical procedures and patient care.
Audience and Participation
The webinar attracted 100+ students from Techno India University and Jogmaya Devi College, Kolkata, along with professionals from the UK, India, the US, and the Middle East. Their active participation in discussions and data analysis exercises showcased a deep interest in the application of Six Sigma across industries.
Key Topics Covered
Introduction to Six Sigma: Definition, principles, and impact on business efficiency.
Lean vs Six Sigma: Comparative analysis highlighting key differentiators.
DMAIC Methodology: Breakdown of the Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control process.
Statistical Tools Used in Six Sigma: Fishbone Diagram (Cause-and-effect analysis).
Pareto Chart: (Prioritizing problem areas)
Box Plot & Scatter Diagram: (Visualizing data distributions).
FMEA: (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis).
Run Chart & Control Chart: (Tracking variations over time)
Live Data Analysis and Interpretation: Real-time demonstrations of statistical tools applied to datasets, providing attendees with practical experience in Six Sigma analytics.
Q&A Session: An interactive segment where attendees sought expert insights on real-world applications and challenges in implementing Six Sigma methodologies.
Acknowledgments:
Special appreciation was extended to:
Dr Ananda Rb Gupta, London, for his valuable contributions.
Dr. Sanjay Saha, Head of Academic Affairs, Techno India University, Kolkata, for his academic support.
Dr Shreedhara Gupta, Assistant Professor, Jogmaya Devi College, Kolkata, for fostering student participation.
My heartfelt thanks and gratitude to Sarbari Roy and Sohini Roy, whose unwavering support made this initiative possible.
Conclusion
The webinar successfully delivered an in-depth exploration of Six Sigma, blending theoretical knowledge with practical insights. The engagement from students and professionals underscored the relevance of Six Sigma in optimizing processes and driving continuous improvement. This event reinforced the importance of structured problem-solving methodologies in various industries, paving the way for future discussions and deeper exploration of quality management strategies.
