The rapid technological development of new products, coupled with the growing consumer desire for the latest technology, has led to a new environmental problem: products that are discarded prematurely. But behind every problem lies an opportunity. Many of these products can be reprocessed, leading to savings in natural resources, energy, landfill space, and ultimately, time and money. Strategic Planning Models for Reverse and Closed-Loop Supply Chains addresses complex issues caused by the inherent uncertainty involved in every stage of a closed-loop supply chain.

What happens when one of the most widely used quality improvement methodologies meets the world s leading statistical software for quality improvement? Packed with case studies in a variety of sectors, including health care, manufacturing, airlines, and fast food restaurants, Six Sigma Case Studies with Minitab(r) shows you how to maximize the quality analysis and improvement tools available in Minitab(r) for your Six Sigma projects.
Highly illustrated, the book includes detailed steps and more than 380 screenshots that explain how to use:

• Confidence Interval Estimation
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