ISO 18404:2015(E) Quantitative methods in process improvement -Six SigmaCompetencies for key personnel and their organizationsin relation to Six Sigma and Lean implementation

ISO 18404:2015(E) Quantitative methods in process improvement -Six SigmaCompetencies for key personnel and their organizationsin relation to Six Sigma and Lean implementation 1 Scope This International Standard defines the competencies for the attainment of specific levels of competencywith regards to Six Sigma, Lean, and "Lean & Six Sigma" in individuals, e.g.Black Belt, Green Belt andLean practitioners and their organizations. Yellow Belt is not included in this International Standard.This lnternational Standard excludes Design for Six Sigma. NOTE This International Standard sets out the required competencies for individual certification and/or anorganization's certificate. 2Normative references The following documents, in whole or in part, are normatively referenced in this document and areindispensable for its application. For dated references,only the edition cited applies.For undatedreferences, the latest edition of the referenced document (inciuding any amendments) applies. ISO 13053-1,Quantitative methods in process improvement —Six Sigma —Part 1: DMAIC methodologyIlS0 13053-2,Quantitative methods in process improvement— Six Sigma —Part 2:Tools and techniques 3Terms, definitions, and abbreviated terms 3.1Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.3.1.1 appropriate authority authority identified and justified by an organization Note 1 to entry: This authority can be cither internal or external to the organization.3.2Abbreviated terms