The findings indicate that Six Sigma applications in healthcare have been focused on the entire hospital with no real focus on a particular department or function. Findings – The findings of the systematic review reveal a growing interest in research on Six Sigma adoption in healthcare. Web of Science, Medline, Emerald Insight, ASQ and ProQuest databases (1998-2016) were searched, and 68 papers of fair methodological quality were identified. Design/methodology/approach – A systematic methodology to identifying literature on Six Sigma in healthcare is presented.
The literature review identifies the relevant opportunities for successful introduction and development of Six Sigma approach in healthcare sector. In addition, highlighting many gaps in the current literature and developing an agenda for future research, will save time and effort for readers looking to research topics within LSS.Ībstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to illustrate the systematic role played by Six Sigma methodology in improving the quality of healthcare. Originality/value – This paper is based on a comprehensive literature review which gives an opportunity to LSS researchers to understand some common themes within LSS in depth. Hence, this paper could provide valuable insights to practitioners. Practical implications – It is important for practitioners to be aware of LSS benefits, limitations and impeding factors before starting the LSS implementation process. However, many gaps and limitations need to be explored in future research as there have been little written on LSS as a holistic strategy for business improvement. The analysis of 19 case studies in the manufacturing sector has resulted in significant benefits cited in this paper. Findings – Many issues have emerged in this paper and important themes have cited which are: benefits, motivation factors, limitations and impeding factors.
Design/methodology/approach – The following research is based on a review of 37 papers that were published on LSS in the top journals in the field and other specialist journals, from 2000 to 2013.
This paper also identifies the gaps in current literature and develops an agenda for future research into LSS themes. Abstract Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the most common themes within Lean Six Sigma (LSS) in the manufacturing sector, and to identify any gaps in those themes that may be preventing users from getting the most benefit from their LSS strategy.
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