Carreira and Trudell combine ideas of lean manufacturing with Six Sigma in a guide aimed at managers of Six Sigma projects. They describe lean Six Sigma methodologies and the basic tools of each strategy as well as how to utilize these tools in areas such as engineering analysis, setup reduction, indirect expenses, assembly lines, and rework. They also discuss customer satisfaction, waste, value, cost, and profit. No bibliography is provided. The authors are consultants with experience in manufacturing and reducing cost and waste. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)