Lean Six Sigma Bursts
Brion Hurley from Business Performance Improvement shares his takes and thoughts on a variety of topics related to process improvement (specifically Lean and Six Sigma methods), Bursts are rapid improvement activities, so this sounded like a good word to use for these short audio clips. We'll try to keep them under 10 minutes each. Have a question? Use the Spotify app to leave us a voice message, and we might pick your question for our next episode!
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E144: Engaging Your Audience During Class (Teaching 101 Webinar)
<p>In this episode, I took a segment from my October webinar within the Lean Six Sigma Ecosystem platform, and wanted to share it as an episode.</p><p><br></p><p>In the webinar, I share some tips and tricks I've developed over my 30 years of teaching courses to adult learners. </p><p><br></p><p>This segment is focused on creating more interactions during class to make your classes more engaging and increase retention of the material.</p><p><br></p><p>Click here to access the full webinar</p><p><br></p><p>Webinars are accessible to...
E143: Why LSS Leads to Better Improvements and Cost Reductions
<p>In this episode, I took a module from the Lean Six Sigma and the Environment course, and cleaned it up with AI to make it easier to listen to (due to background noise).</p><p><br></p><p>I discuss an overview of Lean and Six Sigma and how companies can make bad decisions when only focused on cost reductions.</p><p><br></p><p>I also share some examples of how Lean Six Sigma has helped companies </p><p><br></p><p>To download the 40+ case studies I mentioned, go to https://www.leansixsigmaecosystem.com/c/templates/40-environmental-lean-six-sigma-case-studies<...
E142: Lean Six Sigma Challenges with Sustainability
<p>In this episode, I took a module from the Lean Six Sigma and the Environment course, and cleaned it up with AI to make it easier to listen to (due to background noise).</p><p>Earlier in the course, I discussed how Lean and Six Sigma could help reduce environmental impacts, sometimes without even trying.</p><p>However, there are reasons why these impacts are overlooked in improvement methods, which I explain in this clip.</p><p><br></p><p>The course will be available at LeanSixSigmaEcosystem.com in the next month or so.</p><p><br></p><p>...
E141: Hidden Costs of Equipment Downtime
<p>In this episode, I discuss a big opportunity to improve success in your manufacturing facility, reducing equipment downtime.</p><p>Most people are only focused on the lost labor when equipment isn't running, but what about the lost opportunity to produce valuable products that could be sold to a customer?</p><p>If you're looking for a good improvement project, collecting data on your downtime and calculating these costs might uncover a potential project you can work on.</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about BPI</p>Visit https://www.leansixsigmaecosystem.com/ to access free courses and templates, or upgrade for premium content and coaching programs...
E140: Applying Six Sigma's IPO (Inputs Process Outputs) to your Personal Life
<p>In this episode, I discuss an important concept in Six Sigma:</p><p>Y = f(x) or Y is a function of x.</p><p>Y is your measured output, and X represents the inputs to your process, and the function represents the process and how the X factors relate or impact the Y.</p><p>Another way to state it is Inputs (X), Processes (Function) and Outputs (Y) or IPO.</p><p>I explain how this concept can be used when thinking through your own personal improvement journey. What are your inputs, processes and outputs.</p><p>If...
E139: Six Common Types of Process Improvement Projects for Lean Six Sigma Certification
<p>In this episode, I summarize 6 different types of projects you can use for a Lean Six Sigma certification</p>Improve QualityReduce Speed and TimeReduce Cost and Consumption of ResourcesReduce RiskImprove Capacity and FlowImprove Experience and Satisfaction Ratings<p><br></p><p>I also share examples of each across 4 industries: Manufacturing, Office, Government and Healthcare</p><p><br></p><p>You can also read about these 6 types by going to https://greenbeltcertification.com/2026/05/17/common-types-of-process-improvement-projects-for-lean-and-six-sigma-certification-programs/</p><p><br></p><p>I also mentioned that there are a long list of project ideas by industry and department, which can be found at...
E138: Using Employee Surveys and Paired t tests for Measuring Improvement
<p>In this episode, I discuss a specific method for capturing process improvements using surveys, and how you can isolate the improvements so that the difference between survey participants doesn't hide the results. </p><p><br></p><p>I also referenced a similar survey I conducted (Episode 77), where I shared the survey results at a company after implementing a daily huddle.</p><p>You can check out episode #77 from June 2023 at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/e77-client-survey-shows-daily-huddles-improve-communication/id1529478357?i=1000615545292</p><p>Learn more about BPI</p>Visit https://www.leansixsigmaecosystem.com/ to access free courses and templates, or upgrade for premium content and coaching...
E137: Lean Six Sigma Training Simulations and Exercises
<p>In this episode, I share a list of the simulations I use in my training classes to teach Lean and Six Sigma methods and techniques. </p><p>To see the entire list, go to https://greenbeltcertification.com/lean-six-sigma-training-simulations/</p><p><br></p><p>If you'd like to attend the Green Belt with Copilot Part 2 webinar, I had to reschedule to April 13th. I'll go through ANOVA, DOE, Regression and other hypothesis tests using Copilot. You can still register at https://www.leansixsigmaecosystem.com/c/webinars/green-belt-refresher-using-copilot-part-2</p><p><br></p><p>Learn more about BPI</p>Visit https://www.leansixsigmaecosystem.com...
E136: Review of DMAIC Roadmap for Improvement Projects
<p>In this episode, I share the kickoff to last week's webinar called "Green Belt Refresher using Copilot - Part 1" where I do a quick refresher of the DMAIC roadmap taught in Green and Black Belt training programs. A good refresher for those who have previously taken a course, or for those new to DMAIC.</p><p><br></p><p>To listen to the entire webinar, where I show how Copilot compares with Minitab for graphical analysis, summary statistics, SPC and capability analysis, go to https://www.leansixsigmaecosystem.com/c/webinars/green-belt-refresher-using-copilot-part-1 </p><p><br></p><p>If you'd like to a...
E135: Future of Six Sigma software and AI
<p>In this episode, I share the kickoff to last week's webinar called "Green Belt Refresher using Copilot - Part 1" where I discuss the reason for the webinar, and what the current challenges are with teaching Six Sigma with different statistical software packages.</p><p><br></p><p>To listen to the entire webinar, where I show how Copilot compares with Minitab for graphical analysis, summary statistics, SPC and capability analysis, go to https://www.leansixsigmaecosystem.com/c/webinars/green-belt-refresher-using-copilot-part-1 </p><p><br></p><p>If you'd like to also attend next month's Part 2 webinar, where I'll go through ANOVA...
