Zero Quality Control refers to an ideal system that produces no defective products and therefore does not require frequent inspections that waste both money and time. Organizations that aspire to …

One of the main goals of Lean Six Sigma – a combination of Lean and Six Sigma methodology – is to eliminate waste from processes, as well as make them …

One of the most compelling modern issues in business is sustainability. While most executives voice support for making their company’s operations greener, they may struggle to put a plan in …

Written by: Eric Whitley Lean manufacturing is a systematic approach to minimizing waste while maximizing productivity in the manufacturing process. Central to this method is the role of data flow …

Written by: Eric Whitley Takt Time, in the context of Lean Manufacturing, is the rate at which products must be made in a process to meet customer demand. Originating from …

Written by: Eric Whitley In manufacturing, the term Lean refers to a set of principles for optimizing every aspect of the production process. While manufacturing leaders pay much attention to …

San Luis Obispo County in California county recently announced a new program based on Lean Six Sigma. The program, called the Continuous Improvement Project, will focus on using data-driven tools …

As part of its Liftoff for Learning drive, Boeing employees donated time and money to help ensure that school children in cities across the country had enough school supplies to …

Many small businesses can benefit by putting the principles of Lean Six Sigma into action, particularly those who want to focus on process improvement. By using the right tools and …