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Real-Life Applications of Kanban Beyond Manufacturing
Key Points The idea that Kanban is only for manufacturing is a definite misnomer. This
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Digital Tools for Streamlining Hoshin Kanri Processes
Key Points Software can reduce a lot of the tedium that comes with managing any
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A Step-by-Step Guide to Value Stream Mapping for Beginners
Key Points Value Stream Mapping is a valuable way to examine all the processes a
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The Ultimate Guide to Business Process Reengineering: Transforming Your Organization for the Future
Key Points BPR is a radical means of changing a process for the better, usually
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How to Use TOC to Drive Innovation in Product Development
Key Points TOC focuses on identifying and addressing pain points in a given workflow. Proper
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Key Performance Indicators for Monitoring TQM Success
Key Points There is no question that Total Quality Management requires significant metrics to track.
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Using Predictive Analytics in Six Sigma for Proactive Decision-Making
Key Points Predictive analytics allows for proactive decision-making, as opposed to reacting when things go
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The Role of Leadership in Total Quality Management Implementation
Key Points The role of leaders in Total Quality Management is likely to make or
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Building a Business Case for Lean Six Sigma in Non-Profit Organizations
Key Points Business cases are critical documents for the success of any Lean Six Sigma
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TQM Case Studies: Lessons from Leading Organizations
Key Points TQM is a great approach for improving quality, customer satisfaction, and process uniformity.
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The Role of Scrum Masters: Enabling Teams to Achieve Excellence
Key Points Scrum Masters are a role anyone familiar with Agile knows all too well.
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Lessons from Lean Six Sigma Implementation in Public Sector Projects
Key Points Lean Six Sigma works well in the public sector, but needs some changes
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Engaging People in Your Continuous Improvement Effort Will Pay Off
How do you get everyone on board with a continuous improvement effort? A prominent peanut
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Case Study: Optimizing Fill Weight to Enhance Profitability for a National Coffee Producer
Background A large national producer and distributor of canned instant ground coffee faced a significant
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Case Study: Using Six Sigma in a Non-Six Sigma Culture
Anyone who has worked in manufacturing has probably experienced some level of finger-pointing when shipments
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U.S.A.F. Uses Continuous Process Improvement on the B-2 Bomber: Part 2
In this case study, the 509th Maintenance Group of the U.S. Air Force used an
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U.S.A.F. Uses Continuous Process Improvement on the B-2 Bomber: Part 1
In this case study, the 509th Maintenance Group of the U.S. Air Force used an
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Project Examples from an LSS Deployment for Cultural Transformation
My company benchmarked against other manufacturing businesses before starting its cultural transformation change. They formed
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Black Belt vs. Master Black Belt in Six Sigma: What’s the Difference?
What is a Black Belt (BB)? A Six Sigma Black Belt (BB) is a trained
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Lean Six Sigma Certification Levels
Dr. Mikel Harry is often credited with adapting the martial art concept of belt rankings
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Lean Six Sigma Champion Training and Certification
The rock band, Queen, celebrated Champions with these lyrics; “We are the champions…. my friends….And
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Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt training and certification
Does the term Master Black Belt sound pretty impressive? It should, because it is the
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Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Training and Certification
Will having a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt allow you to break bricks and beat
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Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Training and Certification
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt is where your more advanced training and certification begins. If
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Lean Six Sigma White Belt Training and Certification
You are ready to start your Lean Six Sigma journey but where do you start?
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Lean Six Sigma Training and Certification
Organizations have been deploying and implementing Lean Six Sigma for decades. Yet, there are still
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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training and certification
After completing your training and certification for White Belt, your next step might be to
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Chaku Chaku
If your organization uses a single-piece flow cell manufacturing process, then Chaku Chaku might be
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What Is Digital Transformation and Why It Matters for Businesses
Key Points Digital transformation is a process that can help bring a company into the
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Coefficient of Variation: Understanding the Differences in Your Data
CoV is a simple calculation to measure the variation in your process. Let’s see how
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