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Introduction to Lean Six Sigma Course Outline -- 4 Lessons

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 efficiency
. Continually assess all process elements for waste and variation
. Involve everyone

Introduction to Lean Six Sigma introduces 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
1. Understand the scope and breadth of a Lean Six Sigma initiative.
2. Gain an understanding of what waste is and how to identify it so that it can be reduced.
3. Become aware of variation and techniques to reduce it.
4. Become familiar with the DMAIC team project model.
5. 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 hours

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.

Course Outline - Introduction to Lean Six Sigma

Lesson 1: What is Lean Six Sigma
. Learn what Lean Six Sigma is.
. The basics of Lean Six Sigma.
. Combining Lean and Six Sigma for a comprehensive improvement strategy.
Lesson 2: Improvement Methodologies
. Value stream mapping.
. Eliminating waste.
. Incorporating the 5S's.
. Starting the DMAIC Project Cycle.
Lesson 3: Supporting Infrastructure
. Understanding the roles in Lean Six Sigma: the Leadership Team, Champions, Black Belts, Green Belts, Project Teams
Lesson 4: Application of Lean Six Sigma
. Lean Six Sigma in manufacturing, the office, order entry, warehousing and distribution, sales and R&D
Challenge (Course Test): Introduction to Lean Six Sigma Test