Greetings!
Happy Spring! We recently released a new course, Introduction to Lean Six Sigma, so this newsletter is in honor of that new offering!
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Linking Lean with Six Sigma |
Lean and Six Sigma are part of a continuum in which efficiency (Lean) is coupled with effectiveness (Six Sigma) to create a robust improvement environment. Lean Six Sigma combines Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Lean improves efficiency by focusing on the elimination of waste to ensure we are "doing the right things." Six Sigma leads to improvements in effectiveness by ensuring we are "doing things right." Lean Six Sigma represents a business philosophy leading to the elimination of waste and the reduction of variation. With Lean Six Sigma, costs are reduced, productivity is raised and customer satisfaction is enhanced. The effort starts with understanding "value" through the eyes of the customer. Anything that does not add value is waste. And variation from the target or ideal state is a potential source of added cost. Lean Six Sigma efforts tackle both waste and variation with a focus on customers and their needs. |
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PRODUCT FOCUS: Introduction to Lean Six Sigma |
The Introduction to Lean Six Sigma has four lessons and a "Challenge" that serves as a self-assessment for the learner. In Lesson 1, "What is Lean Six Sigma?," the continuum between Lean and Six Sigma methodologies is discussed. Lesson 2, "Improvement Methodologies," the role of Value Stream Mapping, Elimination of Waste, the 5S's and the DMAIC Project Cycle is explored. The "Supporting Infrastructure" needed to ensure the effort is sustainable is covered in Lesson 3. In Lesson 4, "Application and Outcomes" of Lean Six Sigma to manufacturing, order entry, warehouse/distribution, sales and R&D scenarios is examined.
This course is available web-based or by CD-ROM or by Network. Individuals can take the web-based course for just $34.50; there are discount options for work groups and companies purchasing in quantity.
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