If you’ve heard some buzz about Lean tools and principles, you’re not alone. Lean tools got their start in America as early as the 1900s, when Henry Ford used Lean methodology to create the Model T ...

As we have previously covered on this blog, the primary purpose of Lean Six Sigma (LSS) methodology is to eliminate waste and reduce variation in manufacturing, service and design processes, thus ...

Process mapping is a valuable tool for individuals and businesses aiming to enhance efficiency, streamline workflows, and maintain operational continuity. By visually representing workflows, you can ...

Value stream map vs. process map, which is better for you? As with many tools and methods in Six Sigma, there isn’t a one-size-fits-all approach to mapping things out. Both of these tools have ...

Over the years I have presented at a fair number of industry-related events. In 2010 I spoke about manufacturing effectiveness to an audience of several dozen small- to medium-sized manufacturers who ...