Lean Six Sigma PM Briefcase
Lean Six Sigma Case Studies for PMOs, Program Managers, and LSS Practitioners
The studies in this section demonstrate the application of several important Lean Six Sigma principles, techniques, and methods to solve problems in real business situations.
The lean six sigma case studies focus on product engineering, manufacturing operations, and cross-functional programs.
Explore the use of these techniques:
Why 5 Times
Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis (FMECA)
Process Flow and Value Stream Mapping
Engineering projects encompass:
New product development
On-market product enhancements
Design correction for field experience problems
Explore the use of these techniques:
Problem Definition Statement
Fishbone Root Cause Analysis
Turning Data into Actionable Information
Corrective Action / Preventive Action (CA/PA)
Statistical Process Control (SPC)
Production operations projects encompass:
Expansion, quality improvement, cost reduction
Automating labor-intensive processes
Optimizing internal and outsourced production
Explore the use of these techniques:
8D Problem-solving Framework
Fishbone Root Cause Analysis
Implement Corrective Action / Preventive Action (CA/PA)
Cross-functional program projects encompass:
Product service actions and recalls
Root cause analysis and CA/PA
Market and customer responsiveness
General management problem-solving