How do you describe the value of Lean Six Sigma projects? They are more tangible than receivables so clarifying their worth helps organizations plan for growth. This webinar will discuss a proven strategy to create predictable cash flow from Lean Six Sigma projects. It will demonstrate how to build…
When you can measure what you are speaking about, and express it in numbers, you know something about it; but when you cannot express it in numbers, your knowledge is of a meager and unsatisfactory kind. —Lord Kelvin (1824-1907) Lord Kelvin was credited with many scientific discoveries, and the metric…
Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA) is a mystery for many, but it doesn't need to be. Let’s start with a simple definition: MSA is an experiment that assesses the trustworthiness of your data collection efforts. The experiment tests for accuracy, understanding of Operational Definitions as well as whether different data collectors…
How long should a Lean Six Sigma project take? There’s no exact answer, but you don’t want them to drag on. If a project is old enough to have a birthday, then everybody involved is running out of steam! It’s natural for your first project to take longer than it…
Lean Six Sigma solves problems by applying tools through a specific process—DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve and Control). This process is not simply a way of organizing the work, but a way to connect the use of the tools to achieve successful results. I call this “connecting the dots” and…
Tyson (Peter)’s Black Belt Project focused on reducing underwriting package defects. By using a Fishbone Diagram the team was able to test out their suspected root causes, which ultimately led them to the “ah-ha” moment of neither being statistically significant! What do you do when all of your root causes…
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) came under considerable criticism after hurricane Katrina for its slow response. GoLeanSixSigma.com Green Belt Charles White really dug into FEMA's processes and identified opportunities to make significant improvement with some common sense changes to material handling and loading. At the time of publication FEMA has been…
GoLeanSixSigma.com Black Belt Sean Halpin successfully used Lean Six Sigma methods in speeding up learning — with potential applications throughout the private and public sectors. He was able to not only reduce the time to develop employee capability, but was able to show achievement of higher capability levels than before…
“Magic arises from the illimitable mysteries of cause and effect; to witness the effect is to surmise the cause.” – Teller (Penn & Teller) There are many approaches to finding root causes. Perhaps none are as effective, and satisfying, as “finding the smoking gun.” This means finding the effect of…
GoLeanSixSigma.com Green Belt James Fuhrman’s Project Storyboard involved increasing first run parts from 60% to 90% within two months. This project achieved 87% within the aggressive schedule while dramatically reducing manufacturing lead time. Improvement in first run parts yield increased throughput, while process simplification reduced manufacturing lead time, which allowed…