E6S-201 Reducing Hospital Readmissions - Johanna Ficatier - Mayo Clinic
In this episode number 201, we speak again with Johanna Ficatier from the Mayo Clinic about her work to reduce unnecessary hospital readmissions.
Read MoreE6S-012RB Yield to Defects (Rebroadcast) - Project Metrics – Measure the right stuff- Part 2
In this episode number 12 (Part 2 of 4), we unwrap the mystery of choosing project metrics. We uncover the hidden waste within common business metrics, from yield to defects, and the challenges with introducing more accurate Six Sigma metrics.
Read MoreE6S-011RB Project Metrics; Measure the right stuff (Rebroadcast)
In this episode number 11 (Part 1 of 4), we unwrap the mystery of choosing project metrics. We focus on the dangers and pitfalls associated with choosing metrics, how a metric can look great while also hurting the company, and how important it is to monitor Consequential metrics along with the Primary project metric.
Read MoreE6S-157 Simple Measures of Lean Six Sigma Maturity - NEQC 2016
In this episode number 157, we present the Lean Six Sigma Employee Engagement Survey and demonstrate how to measure program maturity.
Read MoreE6S-125 Back Stricken and Stricken Back to Record for the Record
In this episode number 125.... I'm baack! Yup! I'm Back! (This is Aaron). Perhaps you didn't know I was gone, but I was, for a long time, performing substitute work during a strike.
Read MoreE6S-082 The Truth to Executives: You Can't Handle the Truth...
For this episode number 82 we will feature a blog-post and excerpt from an upcoming book called, "Is Lean Six Sigma Right for Me?" One of two books coming out soon from E6S Industries. It's a short episode, and something different.
Read MoreE6S-050 Rule out the Ruler Part 2 - Measurement Systems
In this episode number 50 “Rule out the Ruler” Part 2, we continue our review of measurement system fundamentals, discussing repeatability, reproducibility, and the importance of calibration, both inside and outside of the lab. Here we go.
Read MoreE6S-019 Benefits Valuation Strategy - Financial Benefits Part 3B
In this episode number 19, Part 3B if the Financial Benefits Series, we illustrate how to have a critical eye for financial benefits by scrutinizing real project examples and financial claims, plus a call to action to be proactively critical with your own claims.
Read MoreE6S-014 Project Metrics Part 4- Goal Setting- Measure the Right Stuff
In this episode number 14 (Part 4 of 4), we wrap up our “Measure the Right Stuff” project metrics series with Project Goal Setting: the 70% rule of thumb.
Read MoreE6S-013 Project Metrics Part 3 - Lag or Lead-Measure the right stuff
In this episode number 13 (Part 3 of 4), we reveal the path to choosing leading metrics for projects over the more common lagging business metrics. We illustrate two tools that can be used to scope down to more leading metrics for your projects.
Read MoreE6S-011 Project Metrics- Part 1- Measure the right stuff
In this episode number 11 (Part 1 of 4), we unwrap the mystery of choosing project metrics. We focus on the dangers and pitfalls associated with choosing metrics, how a metric can look great while also hurting the company, and how important it is to monitor Consequential metrics along with the Primary project metric.
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