This is an individual assessment. Each student is required to undertake, document a comparison of Six-Sigma and DMAIC with alternate approaches for quality improvement and implementation and finally present the essay including the summary and findings. The Six Sigma methodology was developed in the mid-1980s by engineers at Motorola as a way to improve manufacturing processes. At its core, Six Sigma involves collecting and leveraging data to eliminate defects and waste in manufacturing, with the end goal of improving overall efficiency and quality. The term "sigma" is a measurement of how far from perfect a system or producer can get-by Six Sigma standards, companies should reduce manufacturing defects to less than 3.4 per 1 million units. The Six Sigma steps for process improvement, also referred to as DMAIC, are fairly direct and straightforward. However, there are few challenges (i.e., one-size-fits-all approach or sometimes does not allow to introduce new tool/ method) in six sigma approach that need to overcome. Such challenges thus require a comparative discussion of Six-Sigma and DMAIC with other alternate approaches. Question The purpose of this individual assessment is to compare and document Six-Sigma and DMAIC with other alternate approaches. The comparison must be based on the following criteria 1. Goal and objective With APA7 references