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In an earlier blog we discussed brainstorming. However, the focus was on in-person brainstorming. As more and more people work remotely, it’s time to discuss virtual brainstorming. While there are common themes t […]

Cosmetics are produced through manufacturing processes. Lean and Six Sigma are improvement methodologies that are useful in cosmetics production. We’ll look at Lean and Six Sigma applications in Brazil, the P […]

The coefficient of variation (CoV) is defined as the ratio of the standard deviation to the mean. It measures the extent of variability in relation to the mean and has been recommended to be used as a metric in […]

Lean and Six Sigma projects are implemented to solve a problem. Much has been written about asking the right questions to solve a problem, including the 5 Whys. We look in more detail beyond the 5 Whys at asking […]

The process of giving blood, separating it into its vital components, and storing and shipping it are all processes that lend themselves to improvement through Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

We’ll take a l […]

Printing and publishing are the result of a production process. As a result, Lean and Six Sigma are appropriate methodologies to achieve improvement.

We’ll look at a Malaysian case study of applying Lean and S […]

Textiles are manufactured through a production process. As such, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies are candidates for process improvement. We’ll introduce six textile case studies from around the world that used Si […]

Treating and disposing of solid waste is an age-old problem. How can Lean Six Sigma help?

We’ll answer by exploring several cases: 

Reducing waste collection accidents 
Improving infectious waste dis […]

Why should a project be required for Green Belt or Black Belt certification?

The short answer is because a project demonstrates that the Belt can deliver true organizational impact based on their […]

Continuous improvement in the agriculture business takes many forms. We’ll explore how Lean Six Sigma is being applied in two case studies: one from Brazil and one from Indonesia.

We’ll finish with two vid […]