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Lean Six Sigma in Higher Education

Lean Six Sigma and higher education may seem mismatched at first. The needs of business, manufacturing, or customer service are different from a higher education institution. It has been said the most optimum way for a university to function is to let the students learn and the teachers teach. However, a closer look at higher […]

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2023 Green Belt Training and Certification

The Green Belt training and certification program is a comprehensive and dynamic program designed to launch your career as a true Lean Six Sigma professional. The Green Belt certification is ideal for those tasked with improving existing processes. In this program, you will learn the tools and fundamentals in a real-world manner, allowing you to […]

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Lean Six Sigma and Retail Management

Retail management and Lean Six Sigma are the perfect partners for creating a dynamic of success. The fact is, Americans love to shop, and we demand a wide range of choices in shopping venues and products. America is considered the global home of retail, and we continue expanding the number of international retail giants.  U.S. […]

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Lean Six Sigma and Supply Chain Management

Supply chain management is the lifespan of a product or service, from inception to manufacturing, through final delivery to the consumer. A “chain” or network of suppliers is created on the journey to move the product to its final destination. This is an intricate process that demands optimization. Every step depends on the next for […]

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Lean Six Sigma in the Airline Industry

Lean Six Sigma in the airline industry could be one of the most in-demand business methodologies in a struggling and beleaguered sector. Even before the pandemic, airlines were not the optimal environment for positive customer experiences. The impacts of the pandemic worsened a toxic customer environment. But, even with these challenges, the industry is rising […]

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Lean Six Sigma in the Restaurant Industry

Lean Six Sigma methodology in the restaurant industry could be one of the most critical practices a restauranteur could implement in their business. In today’s environment, the restaurant business is one of the most dynamic and competitive industries, riddled with challenges in efficiency, razor-thin margins, and a demonstrative customer base. When you consider the volatile […]

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2023 Lean Six Sigma Training Schedule Announcement

We continue to bring the next generation of Six Sigma leaders and experts to the forefront of the industry with the new schedule of 2023 Lean Six Sigma training classes. Scheduled January 2023 locations include Chicago, Dallas, and Miami for White Belt, Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt, and Master Black Belt courses, in addition to […]

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Our Picks for the Top 5 Six Sigma Blog Posts of 2020

This year has been a very eventful year, and has taught us some difficult and valuable  lessons. So we picked the top five blogs we felt were best to reflect or ponder on how we can make sense of them. We lost Jack Welch who gave us Six Sigma — his belief is his secret […]

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So Which Is It — DMAIC or DMADV?

Many businesses are using this time, with stay-at-home measures in place, to improve their organizations or revamp their business day-to-day processes. This brings us to the Six Sigma DMAIC & DMADV templates. These two templates serve two different but very important functions. Let’s say that your current process is producing a defect in your product. In […]

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Keep Your Mind Sharp With Online Lean Six Sigma Training

There is a saying, “In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.” This brings us to the time we are experiencing right now. The current world situation and stay-at-home orders have touched all of our lives in one way or another.  If you have lost a loved one, our thoughts and prayers are with you. On […]

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Virtual Six Sigma Training with 6sigma.us

Our Six Sigma remote classes are on such a high level that some say they enjoy them even better than our traditional classes! Many appreciate not having to drive to a location. The focus is on learning, and the way the information is given, it is very easy to understand. Just like there are those who […]

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Six Sigma: Its Key Elements Are the Secret to Success

Those who believe in Six Sigma know that the genius is in its simplicity. If common sense had a template, it would be known as Six Sigma. That being said, today’s global economy (with the exception of its size) isn’t that much different than your father’s hardware store back in the 1950’s. Good quality is […]

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Onboarding the Lean Six Sigma Way

The old saying, “You only have one time to make a first impression” holds true of the onboarding process for a new employee. One of the most important elements of onboarding the Lean Six Sigma way is that of setting the tone. Getting the new employee familiarized with the organization in a seamless, organized way […]

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Get Lean In Honolulu…Lean Six Sigma That Is!

Honolulu is a dream destination, and we paired it up with the dream class to learn and get started with Lean Six Sigma! You will meet other like-minded individuals who are serious about their careers and businesses. In today’s fluctuating economy, you can’t afford not to have Lean Six Sigma in your corner. We are […]

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The Best Master Black Belt Training Is like Visiting Disney World

Do you remember as a child going to Disney World and being completely immersed in the interactive world you were thrown in? Everything was so real that you couldn’t stop talking about it for days, even weeks because the experience was real. That’s exactly how the Master Black Belt class that starts September 23rd, 2019 […]

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Six Sigma: Continue to Make Learning a Top Priority

The world of Six Sigma isn’t just about knowing the acronyms DMAIC, DFSS, CTQ or COPQ. No, it is about knowing how to apply these different tools into real-world situations.  Knowing how to apply Six Sigma tools, templates, or methodologies is something you arrive at by working at it. Just for a quick review, let’s […]

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The Praises of Lean Six Sigma in Animal Rescue

Animal rescues could all benefit from subscribing to Lean Six Sigma tools, but only a few actually use Lean Six Sigma as part of their philosophy. Well, one such success story in the animal rescue industry is that of William Brown III, who is the CEO of the Humane Society for Greater Savannah.  William Brown […]

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Six Sigma’s Root Cause Analysis Is a Must for Business

Root Cause Analysis (RCA) is one fundamental Six Sigma methodology that will change your life. It will give you subtle confidence when issues occur, helping you get to the root of the problem. The best part of the methodology are the tools; they can be used to get to the root of any problem in […]

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Top Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Course at 6sigma.us

Have you wanted to solve an issue or problem and get to the root cause so it won’t happen again? Perhaps you have a problem with an unknown cause. Do you know how to solve a problem with an unknown cause? If these questions have piqued your interest, then our 3-day course at 6Sigma.us, appropriately […]

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