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Course Overview

Organizations across industries use Lean Six Sigma to streamline operations, cut costs, and improve quality. This Lean Six Sigma for Operational Excellence Training Course introduces participants to the principles, tools, and techniques of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to build high-performing, efficient operations.

The course covers the DMAIC framework (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control), Lean waste reduction tools, and Six Sigma statistical approaches. Through case studies and simulations, participants will practice identifying inefficiencies, analyzing root causes, and designing sustainable solutions that drive operational excellence.

By the end of the program, attendees will be able to apply Lean Six Sigma frameworks to optimize processes, increase customer satisfaction, and deliver measurable performance improvements.

Course Benefits

• Strengthen knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma principles.

• Apply the DMAIC framework to process challenges.

• Identify and eliminate waste in operations.

• Improve process quality and consistency.

• Drive organizational performance and customer satisfaction.

Course Objectives

• Explain Lean Six Sigma methodologies and frameworks.

• Apply DMAIC to real-world operational challenges.

• Use process mapping and root cause analysis tools.

• Apply statistical analysis for quality improvement.

• Integrate Lean waste reduction strategies.

• Monitor and sustain improvements with control tools.

• Benchmark best practices in operational excellence.

Training Methodology

The course combines lectures, process simulations, group workshops, and case studies. Participants will complete exercises applying Lean Six Sigma tools to operational scenarios.

Target Audience

• Operations and quality managers.

• Process improvement and continuous improvement specialists.

• Engineers and project managers.

• Professionals aiming to apply Lean Six Sigma in their organizations.

Target Competencies

• Lean Six Sigma tools and frameworks.

• Process analysis and optimization.

• Quality and performance improvement.

• Strategic operational excellence.

Course Outline

Unit 1: Introduction to Lean Six Sigma

• Principles of Lean and Six Sigma.

• History and evolution of Lean Six Sigma.

• Benefits of operational excellence frameworks.

• Case examples from various industries.

Unit 2: Define and Measure Phases (DMAIC)

• Defining problems and project goals.

• Stakeholder and customer requirements (VOC).

• Process mapping and measurement systems.

• Establishing performance baselines.

Unit 3: Analyze Phase

• Identifying root causes of inefficiencies.

• Statistical tools for analysis.

• Cause-and-effect diagrams and hypothesis testing.

• Case studies of successful analyses.

Unit 4: Improve Phase

• Generating and evaluating solutions.

• Lean tools for waste elimination.

• Piloting process improvements.

• Measuring impact of improvements.

Unit 5: Control Phase

• Standardizing improved processes.

• Control plans and monitoring systems.

• Sustaining long-term performance.

• Continuous improvement culture.

Unit 6: Lean Tools for Operational Excellence

• Value stream mapping.

• 5S methodology and workplace organization.

• Kaizen and continuous improvement cycles.

• Visual management tools.

Unit 7: Strategic Application of Lean Six Sigma

• Linking Lean Six Sigma to business strategy.

• Leadership’s role in operational excellence.

• Cross-functional collaboration in projects.

• Roadmap for Lean Six Sigma adoption.

Ready to achieve excellence through Lean Six Sigma?
Join the Lean Six Sigma for Operational Excellence Training Course with EuroQuest International Training and gain the expertise to transform processes and deliver lasting results.