We live in increasingly data driven times. Continuous improvement using lean methodology is dependent on good data, but if it is not employed by people who have certain qualities, it is doomed to fail. These qualities should be cultivated in every member of the team for the best results. Understand the process. Every member of the team should understand how their role one the overall process impacts the whole process. Silos are deadly. Open and completely honest communicatio

You've just had a talk with your supervisor or manager and you were told that you would have growth opportunities if you were up to speed on LEAN practices. So you went back to your desk and Googled "Lean Six Sigma Training". And you didn't know what to do. One of the most challenging things about getting certified is that there doesn't seem to be any governing body that vets the trainers. If you are going to spend your precious time - not to mention your company's money - go

Choosing a LEAN/Six Sigma trainer can be daunting. After all, you're charged with trimming fat in your organization, so you certainly don't want to waste your time with a bad training experience. In over 25 years of implementing these practices around the globe, I have seen many false starts because of poor training that do nothing more than frustrate everyone involved. Here are my top six things you should look for when vetting any continuous improvement trainer. 1. Is your