iSixSigma is interested in publishing articles which explore or relate to the Six Sigma process on both its website, iSixSigma.com, and in its print publication, iSixSigma Magazine. Particularly, we seek articles which provide specific ideas or experiences which Six Sigma practitioners can immediately put to use. Articles can be as technical as the subject requires, but writers should consider iSixSigma readers are on all experience levels. We prefer articles of moderate length and which offer graphic elements or illustrations to help make issues clearer. The decision on which publication - the website or the magazine - will use an accepted submission will be made by iSixSigma's editors. While we do not pay for submissions, authors of articles receive the notoriety of being published on either the premier worldwide Six Sigma website or in print through iSixSigma Magazine as well as the opportunity to share their professional experience and expertise.
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Guidelines for iSixSigma Articles
Articles should be well-written, informative and directed toward action.
Articles should focus on specifics - iSixSigma is for practitioners.
Articles for iSixSigma.com ideally should be between 900 and 1,500 words in length. (Exceptions are allowed from time to time.)
Articles for iSixSigma Magazine should be between 1,000 and 2,500 words in length.
Articles should include, when possible, graphic elements (graphs, charts, tables, illustrations) to ensure maximum clarity.
Articles by consultants should not reveal any named-client data without client permission.
Articles should include a short biography of the author.
Articles should not be vehicles for self-promotion. (Links to authors and their businesses are included in their biographies, but articles aimed at promoting products and/or businesses are not accepted.)
Articles must be accompanied by the Author Certification statement.
Ideas for Topics for iSixSigma Articles
A lesson learned from a successful project or even a Six Sigma mistake.
A unique way of solving a problem common to many Six Sigma projects.
A surprising result obtained from a tool or statistical test (including the background and need for the test).
A case study of an interesting/unique Six Sigma project.
A way to improve the use of a specific Six Sigma tool.
Something useful learned about deployments, team leadership, project selection or any other Six Sigma experience.
How It Works Authors can submit articles as Microsoft Word or text format attachments using the form below (preferred) or via email. Word documents allow the easy transmission of graphs, graphics or tables. The document, if emailed, should be sent to
. Included with the document must be the author's name, email address, title of the article, and a short (30 words) professional biography. In addition, the Author Certification statement below must be included in your email. If it is not, iSixSigma is unable to consider your material for publication.
Author Certification: "I certify that I am the author or sole owner of the material I am submitting to iSixSigma. iSixSigma and its licensees may reproduce, distribute, publish, display, edit, modify, create derivative works and otherwise use the material for any purpose in any form and on any media. I agree to indemnify iSixSigma for all damages and expenses that may be incurred in connection with the material."
Authors also may use the form below to submit articles and material for consideration. Be sure to fill out all the entire form, including the Author Certification.
By submitting an article, the author gives iSixSigma.com exclusive worldwide publishing rights to the article for 30 days, beginning the first day the article is published on the website, or gives iSixSigma Magazine exclusive worldwide publishing rights to the article for 60 days, beginning the first day of the first month of issue for the magazine. After 30 days, iSixSigma.com retains non-exclusive rights to articles published on the website. After 60 days, iSixSigma Magazine retains non-exclusive rights to articles published in the magazine. This requirement is in addition to the author certification and other permissions provided.
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Author Certification: I certify that I am the author or sole owner of the material I am submitting to iSixSigma. iSixSigma and its licensees may reproduce, distribute, publish, display, edit, modify, create derivative works and otherwise use the material for any purpose in any form and on any media. I agree to indemnify iSixSigma for all damages and expenses that may be incurred in connection with the material. For more information, please see our user agreement.
Thank you for your interest in publishing on iSixSigma.com and/or in iSixSigma Magazine. Your content submission is appreciated.
The purpose of this iSixSigma Military channel is to document the transformation of the United States Armed Services through the use of Lean Six Sigma and related process improvement methodologies.
Ronald E. Rezek, special assistant to the acting secretary of the Army, has said the goal of the Army's Lean Six Sigma deployment is to "make the business side of the Army as efficient as the war-fighting side is effective." Leaders of the other armed services echo that sentiment and transformation objective.
This portal will serve as a central community for everyone associated with the business transformation of the U.S. military. It will provide communication updates on deployments, the opportunity for military leaders at all levels to learn new skills, advance their careers and contribute to the success of their organizations.
