http://www.quality-improvement-matters.com/process-improvement-blog.html The Process Improvement Blog keeps you up to date regarding changes and additions to the quality-improvement-matters.com site. en-us process improvement Thu, 01 Apr 2010 15:39:58 GMT Thu, 01 Apr 2010 15:39:58 GMT quality-improvement-matters.com http://www.quality-improvement-matters.com/master-black-belt.html The master black belt leads your six sigma program. Learn what's necessary to become a master black belt. Tue, 19 Jan 2010 17:12:50 GMT http://www.quality-improvement-matters.com/pdsa.html Download our easy to understand synopsis of PDSA. This case study will help you understand how to effectively use PDSA within your organization Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:59:40 GMT http://www.quality-improvement-matters.com/six-sigma-certification.html Obtaining six sigma certification is a surefire way to prove you can use the six sigma tools. Get Certified to enhance your career. 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