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Members present:
Chuck Bond, Bud Carpenter, Maureen Donker, Lin Dorman, Connie Killingbeck,
Steve LaLonde, Molly Lien, Jack Maddox, Bob Markey, Bob Marks, John Marsh,
Brent McCumons, Beth Nash, Brenda Sauve, Barb Stamiris, Eileen Starks
Members absent:
Greg Dorrien, Dan Sorenson
Guests:
Doug Pratt
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The minutes of the meeting held on November 6, 2001 were accepted. (With
the change in the second paragraph Pat Fraser was corrected to Paul
Fraser.)
Start-up/Announcements:
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Discussed that the panel will meet on the second Tuesday of the month for
both the January 8 & September 10 meetings due to the preceding
holiday.
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Jack announced that the road signs are fully functional at several of the
intersections surrounding DC. The signs would be utilized in the event of a
release.
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Molly informed the panel about a new group called SAVE (students against
violence everywhere). The group is made up of high school students from Midland
& Dow High School.
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Christmas gifts were distributed to panel members. Samples of the Armour
All Leather Protector wipes were also handed out.
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Six Sigma: What is it and what does it mean to Dow Corning?
Doug Pratt, OCEO Six Sigma Process Excellence Director, gave a presentation
describing Six Sigma and what impact it's having on Dow Corning. Doug has over
30 years of work experience at several different sites within Dow Corning.
While working in Barry, Wales, he was also a part of their CAP. He provided
feedback of how the Barry CAP administered their meetings, and that they were
partners with CABOT & a Tank Farm Co. also located in Barry.
Doug defined Six Sigma as "A comprehensive & flexible system for
achieving, sustaining, and maximizing business success." He also said that
Six Sigma is 'customer driven'. What are you willing to pay for as the
customer? Motorola introduced this program in 1987. Other large companies such
as Allied Signal, G.E., and Dow Chemical have also adapted to Six Sigma. ISO
standards are very compatible with Six Sigma in identifying the potential
problem areas. In depth training is given for different levels (i.e., master
black belts, green belts, project sponsors, etc.) The methodology for Six Sigma
is DMAIC - define, measure, align, improve & control. Goals are (1) value
for the customer, (2) improved productivity = profitability, (3) customer
successes & satisfaction + profitability = growth. If you'd like to find
out more about Six Sigma please visit one of the following websites: They are
www.isixsigma.com & www.amazon.com.
Meeting ended @ 4:45p.m.
Date of Next Meeting: Tuesday, February 5, 2002
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