Every business is unique. For most, simply adopting a single, prescribed approach is a risky move. In the case of Six Sigma, it can be especially tempting to, seeing the success of major companies that have used the method in the past, simply declare Six Sigma the law of the land and start tearing into your supply chain. But without carefully honed expertise in the method, adaptation to individual business goals, and proper support, a well-intentioned project can fall flat.