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Available in the following formats
Web-Based • Network/LAN • CD-ROM
What is Lean
Six Sigma?
 Lean Six Sigma is a business philosophy leading to the
elimination of waste and the reduction of variation. With Lean Six Sigma,
costs are reduced, productivity is raised and customer satisfaction is
enhanced. The basic tenants of Lean Six Sigma are:
- Focus on customers and their needs
- Ensure internal alignment and communication
- Develop necessary skill sets to improve effectiveness and
efficiently
- Continually assess all process elements for waste and variation
- Involve everyone
About This
Course
Introduction to Lean Six Sigma
introduces learners to the fundamentals of Lean Six Sigma providing a
comprehensive understanding of what it is, background on the improvement
methodologies used in a Six Sigma Process, important details on the
necessary supporting infrastructure and provides examples of Lean Six Sigma
in manufacturing, the office, order entry, warehousing and distribution,
sales and R&D.
Course
Objectives
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Understand
the scope and breadth of a Lean Six Sigma initiative.
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Gain an
understanding of what waste is and how to identify it so that it can be
reduced.
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Become
aware of variation and techniques to reduce it.
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Become
familiar with the DMAIC team project model.
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Be aware
of the infrastructure needed to support a Lean Six Sigma effort.
Intended
Audience
All employees
who will be involved in Lean Six Sigma efforts.
Time to
Complete
2 to 3 hours
Course
Outline
This course
consists of one unit (with four lessons) and a Challenge (test).
Click
here for the course
outline.
Why Does My
Company Need This Training Program?
If your company
is starting a Lean Six Sigma effort, this course will help introduce
everyone to the basic concepts of Lean Six Sigma and you will begin to
develop a common language of Lean Six Sigma. From here,
Purchase Options and Costs
Individuals can take the web-based training for just $34.50.
There are several options for companies and workgroups that
include web-based training and CD-ROM and Network versions.
For more information on delivery options and pricing for
companies, click here.
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