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Lean Defined and On-Line Training Classes

Lean Defined and On-Line Training Classes

LEAN made popular by Toyota focus primarily on the reduction of Muda (waste) to improve value to the customer. The seven wastes include transportation, inventory, motion, waiting, over-processing, over-production, and defect. LEAN is founded on the belief that waste can be eliminated and asks the question does the process step provide value from the customer perspective. A great way to learn more about LEAN are Mindedge LEAN Basics, LEAN Six Sigma Basics, and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Courses. Over…

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Six Sigma On-Line Training and Certification Yellow, Green, and Black Belts

Six Sigma On-Line Training and Certification Yellow, Green, and Black Belts

Six Sigma focus on improving the quality of the process by identification and removal of the cause of process defects and reduction of variability. Six Sigma uses statistical methods and relies on the use of trained Green Belts and Black belts who are internal and external experts. Six Sigma goals towards 99.99966% of the products manufactured, and services provided to be statistically free of defects. Six Sigma follows Deming’s Plan-Do-Check-Act Cycle. Or DMAIC (“duh-may-ick”) which has five phases, including define,…

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