We're all at home now and your closets and garages may be clean, but what about your computer files and desktop? It's time to 5S your PC! Apply the 5S skills to your computer! You could 5S folders, your desktop or shared file spaces. Share your story for a chance…
I reached out to the broader Lean Six Sigma community to find out how they’re putting their collective skills to use during the COVID-19 fallout. I wanted to hear from them for myself, but also to bring that wisdom to our learners. This group is experiencing the pandemic in different…
As a Lean practitioner, I often hear and see teams struggle to identify the need to improve. Sometimes employees flat out say “we don’t have any problems” or “we are already Lean.” There might be observable indicators such as Performance Boards continuously showing “on-track” statuses or outdated Standard Work. These…
At Celestica Inc., an electronics manufacturing services company headquartered in Toronto, Canada, top-down safety continues to stay at the forefront of focus for it's 1,800 employees. "Our biggest challenge is continuous improvement. We are always looking for better ways of working and keeping our people in safe hands," exclaims HR…
Intertape Polymer Group, manufacturer of carton sealing tape and stretch film, is a company with no room for error. In an effort to streamline its processes, Intertape began implementing lean principles into it's organization. By eliminating downtime and incorporating tools such as visual management, cross-training and 5S, Intertape was able…
Are you in Government? Whether you’re just starting your Lean Six Sigma journey, or you’re in the middle of improving a process, guidance from Experts can help make your efforts easier – and more successful! In this short interview, we interview Lean Six Sigma Expert, Tracy O’Rourke, who shares key…
Some young parents look like extras on The Walking Dead. Others sound like truant officers about to haul their kids off to the pokey. But some seem to have a secret formula for maintaining a high-functioning, kid-filled household. What follows are some brilliantly simple, Lean visual routines offered by largely…
Here are our top picks for Lean Six Sigma success stories and news from around the web for the week of January 2, 2017. Effective & Efficient Results With UC San Diego Extension’s Lean Six Sigma Program Through the Lean Six Sigma program offered through UC San Diego Extension, students…
Toyota’s approach to visual management, or Floor Management Display Systems (FMDS), includes the six elements of creating FMDS. Starting with Visual Standards, data and abnormalities should jump out and drive effective meetings to ensure pre-conditions for production. System Priorities drive daily plans and fulfill ideal plans. Section Management drives effective…