Category: Six Sigma

Quantifying Lean Six Sigma impact across any project can be a challenging prospect. You need to prove to stakeholders and management that the investment has been worth the time and effort expended. When taking on any sort of initiative, it helps to have support for future projects. The immediate effects of this might […]

Predictive analytics is one of the most powerful tools at your disposal when it comes to decision-making in Six Sigma. Data drives quite a bit of any business’s operations under Six Sigma, so it stands to reason that leveraging historical data to try and gain a future advantage would be a boon for […]

How do you build a business case for Lean Six Sigma as a non-profit? You’re not building towards record profits, so the usual business case for pursuing an implementation is out the window. As we’ve outlined in the past, however, Lean Six Sigma is a solid fit for any non-profit organization. While financial […]

Any sort of public sector project is going to have constraints seldom seen in a typical business. That doesn’t mean you have to forego the implementation and use of methodologies like Lean Six Sigma. It takes a deft hand, careful planning, and adaptation to make the approach work regardless of intent or industry. […]

Six Sigma in healthcare seems like an unlikely pairing at first glance. After all, Six Sigma is oriented towards less strict industries like manufacturing, compared to the slew of regulatory bodies any healthcare provider needs to pay attention to. That said, it isn’t impossible. Some providers leverage the teachings and principles of Six […]

What are the best data visualization tools for Lean Six Sigma? There is no shortage of options when it comes to how you approach visualizing the data your organization gathers in Lean Six Sigma. Some tools have become something of a de facto industry standard, with plenty of documentation and dedicated learning resources […]

Six Sigma in healthcare is a fine fit, but there are always going to be things you don’t plan for in the mix of it. There are few industries better suited for Six Sigma than healthcare, and we’ve certainly seen more organizations pivoting towards it in recent years. However, it can be tough […]

What data visualization tools are you leveraging for Lean Six Sigma? Lean Six Sigma relies heavily on the interpretation and use of data to make the most of your decision-making process. Looking at hard numbers on a computer screen can be a bit daunting, however. Ultimately, you’re looking to present the data in […]

When you think about the world of business and how complicated the number of roles can be, it comes as no surprise that silos are a very real concern. In today’s world, it also won’t come as any surprise to learn that businesses need to respond to the changing environment around them, including […]

What are the real differences between BPR and Six Sigma? When it comes to business processes, there are a few different ways to get there. Our focus is primarily Six Sigma here, but we are certainly open to other complementary methodologies that get us to where we need to be in the grander […]

Promoting employee engagement while going through the cycle of process improvements doesn’t seem like something that is generally done. However, you can actively engage your employees throughout all steps of the process. This has tangible benefits, as your employees feel involved in the entire cycle of process improvements. Lean Six Sigma is a […]

It shouldn’t be surprising that the amount of data available has grown exponentially in a digitized world. As a result, process methodologies like Lean Six Sigma have become cornerstones across any organization looking to improve its processes, find more efficiency, and eliminate as much waste as possible to increase the bottom line.  In […]

How do you navigate the generational skills divide? Workforces aren’t hired in a vacuum. At the end of the day, you’ll have to contend with workers and team members from all walks of life, including all ages. Now, this can be a blessing in itself, as you can draw from different perspectives and […]

How do you even begin to start remote process optimization? When we talk about the methodologies and principles behind Lean Six Sigma, it is highly dependent on the notion of being in person to get the work done in the first place. However, that isn’t always the case with many teams. As most […]

It won’t surprise anyone to learn that leadership is one of the most basic yet fundamental qualities in the business world. Anytime there is a discussion about how well a company’s leadership can contribute to its success, it’s the leaders that everyone looks to create an environment that sets employees up for success […]

Adapting Six Sigma for service industries is easier than you might think. Service industries defy certain expectations when it comes to the services and goods provided. Ostensibly a customer-centered business, you’re acting more as a middleman in a retail context than providing actual solutions. That isn’t to say you can’t adapt the tools […]

Do Six Sigma and design thinking work together? Six Sigma is one of the leading methodologies for businesses around the world when it comes to things like efficiency and quality. Design thinking seems almost opposed to the design work done for services and products in the Six Sigma way of life. However, the […]

Ready to implement sustainability goals into your Lean Six Sigma projects? Sustainability isn’t just a buzzword touted around to imply green practices for businesses. You can make a true difference in the ecological condition of the planet with some careful planning and application of Lean and Six Sigma tools alike. So, with that […]

Lean Six Sigma and diversity are natural partners when looking at continuing current efforts or even starting brand-new projects. There is something to be said about what diversity brings to the table in a grander scope. Diversity is a wonderful thing, and something worth integrating into any workforce on a larger scale. So, […]

The future of Lean Six Sigma is looking brighter than ever. Technological changes are nothing new, especially when we consider the rapid advancements in computing just over the last 40 years. That said, business methodologies and philosophies have to change right alongside things to make a difference. Lean Six Sigma is highly adaptable, […]

What future trends are driving innovation in Lean Six Sigma? Lean Six Sigma is in a state of constant evolution, as you might expect from the fast-paced markets in place these days. That said, it can be a bit difficult fully ascertaining the direction of things to come. There are a few things […]

One of the biggest challenges any company faces is employee turnover. Depending on the company’s size, the time and resources spent hiring, training, and upskilling employees and then having to do it again when an employee leaves can add up. For this reason, many organizations are looking at how they can combat employee […]

Is Six Sigma applicable for nonprofits? Well, given the sort of site we run here, we think Six Sigma is for everyone. That said, there are some prime targets for the methodology to make a splash and quite a difference when it comes to nonprofit organizations. So, with that in mind, let’s take […]

How do you build a customer-centric organization? When we focus on the methodologies, technology, and processes hard at work, we lose sight of how to make an organization work first for customers. However, customers are vital to any organization’s well-being, as they drive market trends and ultimately dictate what we make. With that […]