Purpose – The purpose of this study is to examine the intra‐organisational diffusion of management innovations, taking Six Sigma as an example. Design/methodology/approach – The study focuses on Six Sigma implementation among companies operating in Ireland. It makes use of a theoretical...

Purpose – Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is a continuous improvement methodology that aims to reduce the costs of poor quality, improve the bottom-line results and create value for both customers and shareholders. The purpose of this paper is to explore the critical failure factors for LSS in different...