Six Sigma FAQ: Which Tools are Commonly Used for DMAIC?
September 21, 2022The Six Sigma business methodology aims to eliminate waste and defects. It also aims to reduce variation in business processes. Efforts to...
6 Principles of Lean Construction
September 13, 2022A growing number of construction firms are embracing the Lean methodology that emphasizes maximizing value for the customer while...
Quick Guide: Process Thinking in Operations Management
August 29, 2022James Womack and Dan Jones are the founders of the Lean Enterprise Institute and the Lean Enterprise Academy (UK), respectively. Their...
DMAIC Tools Offer a Solid Structure for Problem Solving
August 25, 2022DMAIC (Deh-May-Ick) tools are some of the most critical options in the continuous improvement toolbox. They are most closely associated...
Why Consider Hoshin Kanri (Policy Deployment) Software?
August 23, 2022Hoshin Kanri, also known as policy deployment, is the Lean management approach for aligning strategy, tactics, and improvement work...
Continuous Improvement vs. Lean Six Sigma
August 4, 2022We are in a fortunate position to have the opportunity to chat with business leaders across the spectrum about the challenges and...
Continuous Improvement Methodologies - A Brief Overview
August 3, 2022While multiple continuous improvement methodologies are used worldwide, they all have one thing in common. They each rely on a scientific...
The Most Significant Benefits of Lean Manufacturing
July 21, 2022No matter what industry your organization is in, competition these days is tough. Regardless of your customers, every organization needs...
Lean Manufacturing Principles and Foundational Concepts
July 19, 2022While initially implemented in the automotive sector, the Lean manufacturing continuous improvement methodology can help organizations in...