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BusinessWeek July 2, 2007	Scrutinizing Six Sigma The story on 3M's evaluation of Six Sigma triggered a vigorous debate among readers.
IndustryWeek September 1, 2007 Jill Jusko	Bookshelf: Design For Six Sigma Two new books offer twists on process improvement program.
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IndustryWeek January 11, 2012	General Cable Plays Offense with Lean With the help of lean and Six Sigma, General Cable's Gregory Kenny is forging a best-cost manufacturer with growing global reach.
Fast Company September 2005 Martin Kihn	Six Sigma Stigma Ask Japanese carmaker about Six Sigma, and you'll be speaking Greek to them. No one disputes the worthiness of Six Sigma's intentions, much less the statistics. But this management trend may not be the be-all end-all that some believe it to be.
The Motley Fool August 27, 2009 Anders Bylund	Does Sigma Deserve Your Love? This microchip designer always has great opportunities ahead, yet never delivers on its promises.
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