E6S-116 – Back Pocket 5-Why MacGyver - Multiply, Add, Divide and Conquer
In this episode number 116 we discuss the many uses of the"5 Why's" and why you should become the "Back Pocket 5-Why MacGyver.
Read MoreE6S-114 Helmut Welke - Lean Business Momentum
In this episode number 114 we speak with a long-time practitioner and lean veteran, Helmut Welke, on his approach to improving business momentum without increasing mass.
Read MoreE6S-112 Customer Journey and Experience Part 1 - De-United, and It Feels So Good
In this episode number 112 we introduce the concept of customer experience and the customer journey map, and how this can tie to your Lean Six Sigma initiatives, although the journey goes well beyond the value stream.
Read MoreE6S-108 Lean Six Sigma, Parachutes, and the Blind, - It's a Fact, but Not an Obstacle!
In this episode number 108, we speak with practitioners Hussain Abuialkhar and Faisal Aldawood as they share their work with the Industries of the Blind to reduce manufacturing variation in military parachute bags. "Lean Six Sigma, Parachutes, and the Blind: It's a Fact, but Not an Obstacle!"
Read MoreE6S-107 Hello 2016- Two years down
In this episode number 107, Jacob and I welcome in 2016 and celebrate two years of the E6S-Methods podcast. We reflect on 2015 and reveal plans looking forward.
Read MoreE6S-106 E6S Holiday Special (cont.): A Business Carol - Stave 1 – Author Anwar El-Homsi
In this episode number 106, we're stretching out the holidays with an audio release of "A Business Carol" To get the full commercial free release (for free), fill out the form at http://e6s-methods.com/book-releasees or email me directly at aaron@e6s-methods.com, and I'll send you the link to my google drive where you can download the zip file. It's about 90MB. Until then, please enjoy stave 1 right now.
Read MoreE6S-102 LSS to Help Prevent Veteran Blindness - Johanna Ficatier - Glaucoma Treatment Compliance
In this episode number 102, we interview Johanna Ficatier, Master's Student and Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from UNC, Charlotte, on her research in applying Lean Six Sigma tools to aid US V.A. doctors to improve the treatment of glaucoma to veterans of the United States' armed forces. Here we go. http://bit.ly/E6S-102; http://bit.ly/E6S-iTunes
Read MoreE6S-101Bonus- Give Thanks and Rebroadcast of LSS Holiday Blues
In this episode number 101Bonus, we give "Thanks" and a a rebroadcast of our "LSS Holiday Blues" episode. Happy Holidays!
Read MoreE6S-101 Manifestus Agilis - Jacob Goes Agile! -Part 2
In this episode number 101, we continue our discussion on the agile development frame work in Part 2 of, "Manifestus Agilis, Jacob Goes Agile!"
Read MoreE6S-100 Manifestus Agilis - Jacob Goes Agile! -Part 1
In this episode number 100, Jacob goes agile, "Manifestus Agilis," discussing the roots and kicking off our series on the agile development framework.
Read MoreE6S-099 Semper Gumby-Vic Wilson's Kinder, Gentler Engineer
In this episode number 99 we interview Vic Wilson from Sentara Healthcare on the benefits of be in a flexible and kinder, gentler engineer, practitioner or project manager. Semper Gumby. Vic also drops that she has three Senior Engineer openings in Virginia Beach right now, early November 2015. Hurry up. Going fast.
Read MoreE6S-098 Network Diagramming - Know your float before you crash!
In this episode number 98 we give an overview of the common project management tool, the network diagram. Pay attention, it's on the exam. Know your float before you crash.
Read MoreE6S-096 If Tools Ruled - Part 3: Samuel Strikes Back!
In this episode number 96 we reopen the series on "If Tools Ruled" and get the real voice of Marine, War Veteran, Lean Six Sigma Practitioner, and life-long learner, Samuel Selay.
Read MoreE6S-095 Jacob Talks Supply Chain - Part 2
In this episode number 95 Jacob continues his instruction on supply chain fundamentals.
Read MoreE6S-094 Jacob Talks Supply Chain - Part 1
In this episode number 94 Jacob leads the discuss on supply chain fundamentals. Here we go.
Read MoreE6S-093 Lean Six Sigma for Sustainability and the Environment; Interview with Brion Hurley - Part 2
In this episode number 93 we continue our discussion with Brion Hurley, a Lean SIx Sigma practitioner and speaker, who offers insights into the Lean Six Sigma applications in Sustainability and Environmental programs. Check out Brion's work at www.LeanSixSigmaEnvironment.org.
Read MoreE6S-092 Lean Six Sigma for Sustainability and the Environment; Interview with Brion Hurley - Part 1
In this episode number 92 we speak with Lean Six SIgma practitioner and speaker, Brion Hurley, who offers insights into the Lean Six Sigma applications in Sustainability and Environmental programs. Check out Brion's work at www.LeanSixSigmaEnvironment.org.
Read MoreE6S-091 If the Tools Ruled! - Part 2
In this episode number 91 we continue with Part 2 of "If Tools Ruled," revealing our own favorite and least Lean Six Sigma tools.
Read MoreE6S-090 If the Tools Ruled! Part 1
In this episode number 90, "If Tools Ruled," Jacob and Aaron debate their favorite and least favorite Lean Six Sigma tools and comment on a popular LinkedIn post, "Use the tools, don't let the tools use you."
Read MoreE6S-089 A Motion to Optimize, Smart Time-wise - Time and Motion Studies - Part 2
In this episode number 89, "A Motion to Optimize, Smart Time-wise -Part 2" we introduce time and motions studies.
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