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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]
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Standard Work – Overview
Standard Work – Overview Standard work is a crucial element of lean, and it’s important for every leader to understand it deeply through practice. … [More]
Lean Initiatives – Learning With AMS
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[VIDEO] A Keynote On TPS Lean Leadership Featuring Jeffrey Liker
Dr. Jeffrey K. Liker is Professor of Industrial and Operations Engineering at the University of Michigan, owner of Liker Lean Advisors, LLC, Partner … [More]
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]
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Stakeholder Analysis
In this short 2:47 minute HD Premium Video, you will learn why Stakeholder Analysis is important, how to conduct a stakeholder analysis, and develop … [More]
FMEA Template and Practical Example
In this article, we provide an FMEA Template, a Practical FMEA Example, and a premium training video showing you how to create an FMEA in excel. This … [More]
What is Six Sigma
σ sigma is a letter of the Greek alphabet. Mathematicians use this symbol to signify standard deviation, an important measure of variation. Variation … [More]
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]
Data Types in Six Sigma
In the introduction to the Measure Phase, I mentioned that our focus is in the practical use of data. In that spirit, by the end of this module on … [More]
Red Bead Experiment: Part 6
This is Part 6 of 6 of the Deming Red Bead Video Tutorial. To watch the entire 6 part series, you must be a paying member of Shmula Pro and be logged … [More]
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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 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
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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
Lean Initiatives – Learning With AMS
From the vastness of the Grand Canyon to the red rocks of Sedona and the living Sonoran Desert, you will find Arizona's landscapes inspiring! The … [More]
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]
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