What is a SIPOC Diagram?
SIPOC is an acronym for: S – suppliers I – inputs P – process O – outputs C – customers A SIPOC diagram is a tool used for the identification of all the elements of a business. It is commonly employed in six sigma as a method of documenting the elements of a project or business, identifying the scope of the business, and finding out other details about the processes.
How to Use a SIPOC Diagram?
As a six sigma toil, the SIPOC diagram aims to define, measure, analyze, improve and control a process or methodology. There are five questions that SIPOC asks:
- Who is the supplier of inputs to a process?
- What are the specifications of the inputs supplied?
- What type of improvement is being achieved through the process?
- What are the outputs and clients of the process?
- What are the needs and specifications of the customers?
Steps to Complete the SIPOC Diagram
When plotting a SIPOC diagram, there are some basic steps:
- Create a sketch for the SIPOC diagram.
- Make a template that will enable the team contribute to the diagram, thee may include headings, charts, note pads.
- Make rooms that will accommodate all the steps in the processes.
- Identify the core process, inputs, customers and outputs of the process.
- Identify all requirements and specifications needed for the project.
- Hold extensive discussions with team members, stakeholders, and project sponsors.