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Take to the Skies With Piper Aircraft: A Factory Tour
When Mr. Piper introduced the Piper Cub in 1937, he had a dream. He felt that everyone should fly. And he believed that Piper could provide everyone … [More]
Corvette is Building American Muscle: A Factory Tour
Corvette! You hear that word and it gets your blood pumping. Since its inception, the "Vette" has been the icon of American muscle cars. Power, luxury … [More]
Developing the Jaguar V12: A Step Back in Time
When you think of Jaguar, you think of power! From their iconic racing machines, to their sports cars and luxury vehicles, Jaguar has a reputation for … [More]
Lean Manufacturing
Is Lean Six Sigma Truly Universal Enough to Work for Any Process?
Is Lean Six Sigma Truly Universal Enough to Work for Any Process? As Lean Six Sigma is becoming more and more accepted in various areas – including … [More]
Lean Six Sigma and Politics – A Surprisingly Good Mix
Lean Six Sigma and Politics – A Surprisingly Good Mix Even though there have been some attempts to introduce Lean and Six Sigma concepts into the … [More]
TPS – The History of the Toyota Production System
The Toyota Production System (TPS) is an integrated socio-technical system, developed by Toyota, that comprises its management philosophy and … [More]
Lean Manufacturing- Top 10 Lean Manufacturing Companies
Lean manufacturing takes into account waste created through overburden and waste created through unevenness in workloads. Working from the perspective … [More]
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Histogram – 7 QC Tools for Graphical Analysis
Histogram - 7 QC Tools for Graphical Analysis is one of the most simplest and helpful tools used in Lean and Six Sigma. It is one of the 7 QC Tools … [More]
Red Bead Experiment: Part 2
Part 1 explained the Red Bead Experiment. In Part 2, I'll share the a video tutorial on the Red Bead Experiment - part 2 of that video … [More]
Seven Quality Tools
In this 4:46 HD Premium Video, you will receive an introduction to the 7 Quality tools. Specifically, you'll learn the following: What are the 7 … [More]
How to Write an Effective Problem Statement in Six Sigma
The Problem Statement in Six Sigma is deceptively simple. Yet, we know it is so difficult to write. Why? And how can we effectively write one that is … [More]
Lean History and Timeline
This article shows a timeline and video of the History of Lean Six Sigma Toyota. As with most things, The Toyota Production System (later to be … [More]
Basic Statistics in Six Sigma
In this module, we'll discuss the following various statistical approached utilized in Six Sigma. 1. The Purpose of Basic Statistics The purpose for … [More]
Six Sigma
Is Lean Six Sigma Truly Universal Enough to Work for Any Process?
Is Lean Six Sigma Truly Universal Enough to Work for Any Process? As Lean Six Sigma is becoming more and more accepted in various areas – including … [More]
Lean Six Sigma and Politics – A Surprisingly Good Mix
Lean Six Sigma and Politics – A Surprisingly Good Mix Even though there have been some attempts to introduce Lean and Six Sigma concepts into the … [More]
The Spread of Lean Six Sigma from Its Original Inception to Today
The Spread of Lean Six Sigma from Its Original Inception to Today Lean is a popular concept in many organizations today, but its presence in … [More]
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5S Methodology – Understanding and Applying the Concepts
The 5S methodology was developed in Japan, and was identified as one of the techniques that enabled Just-in-time manufacturing. Two major … [More]
Lean Tools: Heijunka…Leveling the Workload
Lean manufacturing includes a set of principles that Lean thinkers use to achieve improvements in productivity, quality, and lead time by eliminating … [More]
Lean IT: Can It Make a Difference in Uganda?
The Grameen Foundation's goal is to reach more people across the spectrum of poverty, while deepening the focus on the very poor, especially women. … [More]
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Want access to our HD Six Sigma Videos, Toyota Management for Daily Improvement slides, eBooks, PPT and Excel Templates, Discount codes on other sites, and much more? All this for only $199!Toyota Floor Management System
Want Lean Training like the one Taught at Toyota? [1. Disclaimer: This course material is not endorsed by Toyota. This material is inspired by my time at Toyota.] Learn the Toyota Floor Management Development System Learn and Implement Real Lean Training Content … Learn More
Six Sigma
Is Lean Six Sigma Truly Universal Enough to Work for Any Process?
Is Lean Six Sigma Truly Universal Enough to Work for Any Process? As Lean Six Sigma is becoming more and more accepted in various areas – including … [More]
Lean Six Sigma and Politics – A Surprisingly Good Mix
Lean Six Sigma and Politics – A Surprisingly Good Mix Even though there have been some attempts to introduce Lean and Six Sigma concepts into the … [More]
Green and Sustainability
Podcast: The Impact of Lean Six Sigma on the Environment
Lean and Six Sigma together can make businesses and organizations more efficient and productive. In most cases, those focusing on Lean and Six Sigma … [More]
The 8 Forms of Deadly Waste in Lean Six Sigma
The 8 Forms of Deadly Waste in Lean Six Sigma Lean Six Sigma is one of the most advanced and effective methodologies available for business process … [More]
Lean Leadership
Is Lean Six Sigma Truly Universal Enough to Work for Any Process?
Is Lean Six Sigma Truly Universal Enough to Work for Any Process? As Lean Six Sigma is becoming more and more accepted in various areas – including … [More]
The Power of Filtering Feedback in Integrating Lean into an Organization
The Power of Filtering Feedback in Integrating Lean into an Organization One of the most powerful assets a leader has at their disposal when … [More]
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