Lean Six Sigma for Process Improvement in Software Development

Thesis title: Lean Six Sigma for Process Improvement in Software Development
Author: Vorotnikova, Kateryna
Thesis type: Bachelor thesis
Supervisor: Martínez, Felipe
Opponents: -
Thesis language: English
Abstract:
This bachelor's thesis aims to provide solutions for process improvement in software development, focusing on reducing bugs and improving delivery times through implementing Lean Six Sigma (LSS). Using process mapping, CTQ definition, FMEA, and Pareto analysis, the study identifies critical inefficiencies. The findings are used to suggest targeted improvements, like a Poka Yoke mechanism and a customized Kanban system. It is anticipated that these actions will decrease the Risk Priority Number (RPN) of top issues, reduce Lead Time, and increase First Time Yield. The control strategy ensures long-term sustainability of advancements by incorporating the 5W1H framework. This study presents the process of adapting LSS tools to software development and a reproducible model for optimizing other software development processes.
Keywords: Bug Fixing; Lean Six Sigma; Software Development; Agile; DMAIC
Thesis title: Lean Six Sigma for Process Improvement in Software Development
Author: Vorotnikova, Kateryna
Thesis type: Bakalářská práce
Supervisor: Martínez, Felipe
Opponents: -
Thesis language: English
Abstract:
This bachelor's thesis aims to provide solutions for process improvement in software development, focusing on reducing bugs and improving delivery times through implementing Lean Six Sigma (LSS). Using process mapping, CTQ definition, FMEA, and Pareto analysis, the study identifies critical inefficiencies. The findings are used to suggest targeted improvements, like a Poka Yoke mechanism and a customized Kanban system. It is anticipated that these actions will decrease the Risk Priority Number (RPN) of top issues, reduce Lead Time, and increase First Time Yield. The control strategy ensures long-term sustainability of advancements by incorporating the 5W1H framework. This study presents the process of adapting LSS tools to software development and a reproducible model for optimizing other software development processes.
Keywords: Software Dvelopment; Agile; DMAIC; Lean Six Sigma; Bug Fixing

Information about study

Study programme: Bachelor of Business Administration
Type of study programme: Bakalářský studijní program
Assigned degree: Bc.
Institutions assigning academic degree: Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze
Faculty: Faculty of Business Administration
Department: Department of Logistics

Information on submission and defense

Date of assignment: 17. 11. 2024
Date of submission: 14. 5. 2025
Date of defense: 2025

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