Watch Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt

This final episode covers how the viewers can take the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt exam to become certified. Dr. Stern also recommends follow-up training that would be useful for someone pursuing a higher-level certification in LSS.

In this episode, Dr. Stern describes the challenges to implementing Lean Six Sigma in the workplace. She explains different methods for achieving buy-in from co-workers, sponsors, stakeholders and team-mates so that the most benefit from LSS can be realized.

This episode concludes the DMAIC model with the Control phase. Dr. Stern explains how to properly execute a Control Plan. She also discusses how to close a project and how to properly document your results.

In this episode, Dr. Stern discusses the fourth phase of the DMAIC process. She describes how to gain consensus on the improvement selected in the Analyze phase. She also explains Poka-Yoke, project plans, and verifying the improvement.

This episode moves the viewers into the third phase of the DMAIC process. Dr. Stern explains how to use the data collected in the Measure phase to determine the actions required to resolve an issue. She also describes the 7 Tools of Quality and how to test and select a solution.

This episode concludes the Measure phase of the DMAIC process. Dr. Stern demonstrates using Balanced Scorecards, benchmarking, data collection and SIPOC forms to convert collected data into something that can be acted upon.

This episode continues the Define phase of the DMAIC process. Dr. Stern explains the Voice of the Customer (VOC), Process Mapping, Value Stream Mapping, Critical to Quality (CTQ) and SIPOC.

This episode covers the first phase of the DMAIC process. Dr. Stern shows the viewers how to use a DMAIC Activity Sheet. She also explains the importance of a project charter and how it is integrated into DMAIC. 

In this episode, Dr. Stern explains the Plan-Do-Check-Act process, also known as the Demming Cycle. She then walks the viewers through the application of PDCA to real-world problems.

This episode covers how process improvement naturally leads to the creation of a project. Viewers are also introduced to the various LSS models including PDCA, DMAIC, DMADV and DFSS.

In this episode, we continue to look at waste, defects and mistakes. Dr. Stern introduces the viewer to the acronym "TIM WOODS" which stands for: Transportation, Inventory, Motion, Waiting, Over Production, Over Processing, Defects, and Skills.

In this episode, Dr. Stern discusses the different levels of Lean Six Sigma certification. She also discusses the historical origins of the program and how it can be applied to all walks of life.

This episode introduces the viewer to the Lean Six Sigma process and describes its origins in Lean as well as Six Sigma. The hosts then describe how LSS is used for process improvement and how it can integrate with existing methodologies like ITIL, CMMI and ISO. 

Viewers will learn the most popular Lean Six Sigma Tools and practices used by IT Professionals. Upon completion of this workshop, you will be able to identify potential Lean Six Sigma projects, understand the basics of how to deploy these programs, LSS terminology and be prepared to take the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam.