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How Dr. House and Sherlock Holmes Solve a New Year Health Mystery

April 7, 2016
Dodd Starbird

My 22-year-old son James got sick over the holidays. The rest of the family was on a trip while he was at home, so I wasn't able to help much. My suggestion to him? "Go to the emergency room." Healthcare Process Problems He went there on New Year's Day, which…

Single-Piece-Flow

January 5, 2015
GoLeanSixSigma.com

Single-Piece-Flow is the concept that products should flow from operation to operation in the smallest increment, with one piece being the ideal. The Single-Piece-Flow emphasizes that batching increases cycle time. The idea is that products should be pulled from the preceding operation as needed which prevents overproduction or excess inventory.…

How can I apply Lean Six Sigma at a hotel?

June 19, 2014
Elisabeth Swan

The Hospitality industry has made great strides in the past decade with Lean Six Sigma. Some of the best projects have centered around reducing workplace injuries by focusing on cleaning and maintenance processes. Another big win that came out of Lean Six Sigma is the “Green Program.” The Green Program is when hotels let guests…

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