Six sigma, absorptive capacity and organisational learning orientation

Leopoldo Gutiérrez, Óscar F. Bustinza, Vanesa Barrales‐Molina · 2011 · International Journal of Production Research

Summary. Six sigma quality management practices strengthen firms' absorptive capacity—their ability to recognize, assimilate, and apply new knowledge. The study of 237 European firms, including 58 using six sigma, shows that six sigma teamwork and process management directly boost absorptive capacity, which in turn enhances organizational learning. These findings explain why six sigma implementation drives competitive advantage and organizational performance.

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Gutiérrez, L., Bustinza, Ó. F., & Barrales‐Molina, V.. (2011). Six sigma, absorptive capacity and organisational learning orientation. International Journal of Production Research. https://doi.org/10.1080/00207543.2010.543175

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DOI: 10.1080/00207543.2010.543175
Countries: Spain
Regions: Europe
Categories: innovation-theory, general-innovation
Added: 2026-04-28