This two week curriculum follows the DMAIC methodology (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, and Control). Both Lean and Six Sigma tools are fully integrated in each phase. The modules are packed with both manufacturing and transactional/services examples. Our unique format makes it easy to learn and easy to teach.

Introduction to Lean Six Sigma

Define Phase

  • Introduction to Define
  • The Project Charter
  • Project and Change Management
  • Key Lean Concepts
  • Transactional Lead Time Simulation
  • Gathering Voice of the Customer

Measure Phase

  • Introduction to Measure
  • Document and Analyze the Process (Value Stream Mapping)
  • Cause and Effect Matrix
  • Introduction to Basic Statistics
  • Determine What to Measure and Data Collection
  • Understanding Variation and Control Charting
  • Measurement System Analysis (MSA)
  • Process Capability

Analyze Phase

  • Introduction to Analyze
  • Root Cause ID and Validation
  • FMEA
  • Introduction to Hypothesis Testing
  • Means and Variance Tests
  • Simple Linear Regression

Improve Phase

  • Introduction to Improve
  • Solution Development
  • Quick Wins and Kaizen
  • 5S
  • Process Flow Improvement
  • Intro to Design of Experiments (Optional)
  • Full-Factorial Designs (Optional)
  • DOE Simulation (Optional)
  • Implementation

Control Phase

  • Introduction to Control
  • Mistake Proofing
  • Process Control Methods

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