The Green Belt certification is offered by the Manufacturers Alliance in a 3-part series which may also be credited toward Lean/6 Sigma Certification. These courses will allow all attendees to participate in interactive exercises that demonstrate, in a practical manner, the application of basic 6 Sigma principles and tools. The application of these improvement techniques applies equally to the plant or office, whether service or manufacturing. Note: Our instructors are 6 Sigma practitioners with a blend of service and manufacturing backgrounds. Attendees will be required to submit a project in order to receive the certification.
Fall 2010, All classes run 8:30 am to 4:30 pm: 6 Sigma Define & Measure - October 15, 6 Sigma Analysis - October 28, 6 Sigma Improvements and Control - November 9.
November 30th 2010 01:00 PM to 5:00 PM
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Carl Zeiss IMT
This workshop presents a concise, behavior-based model with specific management tools. The Lean management system is built on a tier structure with practices, tools and behaviors that address organizational issues in order to strengthen integration of the “hardware” and “software” of Lean for sustained success. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
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November 20th, 2010
Discover effective tools and methodology for developing a continuous improvement idea system that builds teamwork, energizes employees, and builds a sustainable competitive advantage for your business. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
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February 26th, 2011
DOE statistical tools can be applied to improve quality, processes, designs and many Lean and 6 Sigma problems. It is a powerful statistical method to develop mathematical transfer functions (eg. V=IR, but too complex for first principles) or relationships of a result based on complex dependencies.
Engineers will often use the logical, but expensive, method of changing one factor at a time (OFAT) while holding the rest constant. The better alternative often is DOE which reduces the number of experiments while returning greater knowledge at minimum cost! In-house sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
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September 26th, 2010
Boost your career by learning to understand financial statements
Learn financial statements through an engaging and unique simulation with a very non-traditional, intuitive approach. Understand the basics of financial statements by leveraging your own business experience and knowledge, versus learning to be an accountant. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
Learn practical ways to use Lean Tools in your Human Resources initiatives. Your HR team can lead and model the lean transformation for the rest of your organization. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
Lean Accounting provides better managerial accounting for decision-makers without disrupting the financial accounting for tax reporting. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
Standard work for leaders is the engine that drives the lean management system and is crucial to any successful lean implementation. Learn how to develop leaders standard work appropriate for all levels of the organization. Ensure the standard work is followed and generates results as well as continuous improvement. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
The cornerstone of implementing a Lean Enterprise is getting a critical mass of people on board working towards improvement. Our experienced instructor, Lynn Moline, will lead attendees through interactive discussions and exercises that demonstrate effective improvement team leadership and training. Perfect workshop for team leaders and members. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445.
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September 25th, 2010
The most untapped improvement opportunities are in the OFFICE! Learn how proven manufacturing improvement processes may be adapted to office systems. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
“You get what you measure” is a truism among managers. Therefore, it is of critical importance that you “measure the right things” to get the performance you desire. In this case, the intended outcome is performance improvement. So, don’t get caught in the trap of using historical accounting measures to measure and motivate current and future performance improvements! On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
Customers, employees and suppliers can tell a well-run office without a narrated tour. The visual clues are everywhere. This workshop is a straight-forward approach that impacts your customer and employee image, productivity and sales. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
This workshop is part of the Lean Office Mini Series. See the Lean Office Mini Series flyer for information on all of our Lean Office workshops.
Cut lead times . . . React faster . . . Eliminate more waste than ever! Office Process Mapping is one of the most important tools for the lean office. Applying lean concepts and tools to the office environment presents unique challenges. The ability to see and recognize our processes is paramount to our ability to drive process improvement. This hands-on workshop provides you with the knowledge and experience necessary to start implementing mapping in the office. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
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September 20th, 2010
You know the basic lean tools. But, how do you use them to effectively transform the company? You need to know how to start, how much to tackle at once, who you need to involve, what results to expect, and what kind of resistance you will encounter. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
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February 14th, 2011
This course is about successful project implementation. Study critical steps that highly impact effective projects. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
Incentives can be the most under-utilized tool available in achieving performance objectives. Participate in building a performance based incentive model with realistic reward options. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
Standard Work is a prerequisite for sustaining continuous improvement. Standard Work defines what workers need to do. Learn through theory, real life examples and hands-on exercises how Standard Work contributes to the results you need to stay competitive. Participants will walk away with the knowledge, tools, and confidence they need to be able to begin to apply Standard Work in their operations. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
Manufacturing lead times have shrunk with ongoing lean improvements and increased automation. We know the front office, order entry, supply chain, accounting, sales and engineering can also see real benefit from the use of Lean tools. Managing information and transactions may improve the flow, quality, and customer satisfaction of all processes.
This workshop will teach critical success factors in capturing customer needs and perceptions and translating them into customer requirements and solution concepts. When you are able to uncover and balance your multiple customer needs and perceptions, you will then be able translate them into products that result in profits. On-Site sessions or group rates available call 763-383-9445
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