E6S-014RB Goal Setting (Rebroadcast) - Project Metrics – Measure the right stuff- Part 4

July 09, 2017 by Aaron Spearin in lean six sigma, operations, improvement, quality

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.

E6S-013RB Lead or Lag (Rebroadcast) - Project Metrics – Measure the right stuff- Part 3

July 02, 2017 by Aaron Spearin in lean six sigma, improvement, business

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.

E6S-012 Project Metrics Part 2 -Yield to Defects- Measure the right stuff

February 24, 2014 by Aaron Spearin

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.