Wipro conducted a day-long workshop on 'Six Sigma' for the members of Dubai Quality Group, a non-profit organization set up by the Department of Economic Development with the main objective of providing a basis for the exchange of knowledge among the business community.

'Six Sigma' is a globally renowned quality standard which measures the amount of variation in a process. By reducing the variations, it ensures quality and consistency in organization's business processes.

The workshop was held on the 12th of February, 2006 at Le Meridien hotel in Dubai. Mr. Ramanath, General Manager - Consulting, Wipro and Mr. Anil Mathews, Principal - Integrated Business Process Improvements Practice, conducted the day-long workshop. Participants were given Wipro DQG certificates of participation.

The Dubai Quality Group was set up as a non profit business organisation by the Department of Economic Development under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The Group offers many programmes throughout the year with the objective of improving Quality and Service among its member organizations.

Since inception in February 1994, the DQG has grown to include more than 1,500 individuals representing over 300 prominent organisations from both the private and the public sectors. The DQG organises activities aimed at developing the professional and managerial expertise of individuals. The DQG has close links with professional bodies and academic institutes in other countries. It provides an excellent environment for its members to meet and exchange ideas, information and expertise. It is a forum where all types of organisations can benefit from each other.

The Group's offices are located in Emarat Atrium on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai, where facilities include a fully equipped library & conference room. Membership is open to all companies, regardless of size.

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