Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E62: 5S and the KonMari method
In this episode, I read off an article I wrote back a few years, about how the 5S workplace organization methods compare to the popular home organizing methods of Marie …
Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E61: Lean in Real Life – Defining Key Metrics for a Project
In this episode, I discuss how I helped someone select a key metric for their Six Sigma project, based on the opportunity to measure and statistically validate the improvement. Links …
Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E60: Lean in Real Life – Selecting a Lean Six Sigma Project Within an Existing Project
In this episode, I discuss a way to help identify a potential Lean Six Sigma project out of a larger improvement project taking place. Selecting a project is one of …
Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E59: Lean in Real Life – Improving Bottlenecks Using Theory of Constraints
In this episode, I discuss how I applied the Theory of Constraints (TOC) to come up with additional improvement ideas for a bottleneck process at a client I am working …
Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E58: Combining my passion for the Iowa Hawkeyes with statistical analysis
In this episode, I discuss ways in which I’ve combined current event topics from the Iowa Hawkeyes sports teams with my data analysis and process improvement background. I explain a …
Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E57: Using Takt Time to Successfully Hire Enough Job Applicants
In this episode, I discuss a situation I encountered related to hiring new employees within a set period of time. Thinking about the problem in terms of takt time was …
Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E56: “Lean at Home” FINAL Course Module #7 – Making Mouthwash Project Example
In this episode, I share the 7th and final module of the free “Lean at home” course, giving you a full example of a home improvement project. Hopefully you will …
Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E55: “Lean at Home” Course Module #6 – Error Proofing and Documenting Your New Process
In this episode, I share the 6th module of the free “Lean at home” course, giving you ideas about how to error proof your home from mistakes, and documenting the …
Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E54: “Lean at Home” Course Module #5 – 5S Method for Home Organization
In this episode, I share the 5th module of the free “Lean at home” course, helping you understand how to organize your home using the 5s method. I also go …
Lean Six Sigma Bursts: E53: “Lean at Home” Course Module #4 – How to See the 8 Wastes
In this episode, I share the 4th module of the free “Lean at home” course, helping you learn about the 8 forms of waste, and how you can spot these …