Six Sigma Green Belt

Category - Black Belt

Which of the following concepts is credited to the Japanese engineer Genichi Taguchi?
  1. loss function
  2. waste reduction
  3. mistake-proofing
  4. loss opportunity
Explanation
Answer: A - Loss function is credited to Genichi Taguchi.

Key Takeaway: Genichi Taguchi developed ‘loss function’ to quantify the financial loss incurred by societies as a consequence of poor quality products. For example, societies suffer major financial losses when the quality of buildings and roads are poor and they necessitate frequent repairs and replacement.
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