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Lean Six Sigma Bursts

Brion Hurley from Business Performance Improvement shares his takes and thoughts on a variety of topics related to process improvement (specifically Lean and Six Sigma methods), Bursts are rapid improvement activities, so this sounded like a good word to use for these short audio clips. We"ll try to keep them under 10 minutes each. Have a question? Use the Spotify app to leave us a voice message, and we might pick your question for our next episode!

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00:13:09

E34: Analyzing my COVID-19 vaccine experience

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/04/26

I share my experience getting my first COVID-19 vaccine shot, and how I analyzed that process from a lean perspective. I found that there was only one second of value, compared to a process that took me over an hour to complete. On a related note, I also have some links to lean applied during the pandemic on my website (see links below). Links Applying Lean Methods to Mitigate COVID-19 at Work BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com Have a question? Submit a voice message at Anchor.fm ---

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00:10:28

E33: What is the history of PDCA vs PDSA?

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/04/19

I was recently asked about the difference between PDCA and PDSA. I had heard some new information from another podcast, and dug into one of the references to learn more about it. In this episode, I read through a paper from Ronald Moen that provides a good historical perspective. Note: I mispronounced Charlie Protzman's name in the audio. Apologies! Links Foundation and History of the PDSA Cycle - Ronald Moen Podcast Interview with Charlie Protzman and Patrick Adams BIZ-PI.com Creative Safety

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00:04:53

E32: How Lean Events Accomplish More Than Process...

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/04/09

A recent Value Stream Mapping event was held virtually, and we received some positive feedback from the event attendees. I wanted to share some of the comments to show how process improvement helps much more than just faster processes with less quality issues. It helps engage employees in the future direction of the organization, builds teamwork across departments, and creates a safe space for discussing problems and challenges. Please contact me if you'd like help with facilitating your own lean

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00:10:01

E31: Why a Structured Problem Solving Approach is...

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/04/05

Does your organization use a structured problem solving process, like DMAIC, 8D, or PDSA? If no, why not? I share my views on what challenges are created when you don't have structure to your problem solving approach. Links BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com Have a question? Submit a voice message at Anchor.fm --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansixsigmabursts/message

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00:10:57

E30: Using a Prioritization Matrix to Select the Best...

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2021/03/24

Are you trying to decide how to select the best projects to work on, but have many stakeholders and customer needs to consider, and too many project ideas? Check out the Project Prioritization Matrix to help you objectively evaluate these projects and select the ones that meet the most important criteria. I pulled the audio from the training video for you to listen to in this podcast. There is also a link to the video if you had trouble following along, and I provide a link to the template you can

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00:07:57

E29: How to decide on the right number of people for...

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2021/03/22

I received a question today that I thought would be helpful to everyone: “Imagine you are getting ready to kick-off the value stream workshop and you start to receive emails from a bunch of different people in the organization asking to attend. What would be your response?” I answered the question in an article on my website, but I wanted to read my response for this podcast. Links Article: How to decide on the right number of people for your lean event? BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com

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00:07:58

E28: Don't combine financial data together, separate...

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/03/17

When making improvements to a process, cost savings and avoidance is a common outcome that is estimated and reported. A common error is to combine the data together into one overall number, but they should be separated into three distinct buckets of money: Income Statement, Cash Flow and Growth. Links Article: Client saved $800,000 in 3 Days E2: What is the difference between hard and soft financial savings? BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com Creative Safety Supply --- Send in a

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00:05:46

E27: Calculate cost of nonconformance to get...

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/03/13

One of the most impactful quality initiatives I was involved with was the creation and deployment of the Cost of Nonconformance (CoNC) report. It was a method to assign a dollar amount to quality problems in order to bring attention to management in the language they most often respond to, money! It could also be applied more broadly beyond just quality issues to any type of waste to increase visibility for your Lean or Six Sigma initiative. Check out our Cost of Poor Quality course at

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00:09:15

E26: Common Data Types for your Process

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/03/10

In process improvement, there is a strong focus of data. But in order to analyze data for an improvement project, you need to know what type of data you have or need, so you can perform the correct analysis. I share the different types of data you may encounter for your project. Links BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansixsigmabursts/message

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00:04:39

E25: Why do we need 30 data samples?

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/03/06

I saw a recent question in a forum, asking about the origin of the sample size of 30 data points. I decided to read you the response I gave, and make it a new blog post on my website. Links Article: Why do we need 30 data samples? BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansixsigmabursts/message

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00:12:02

E24: Top 3 things to validate before removing test or...

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2021/03/03

I share an article I wrote back in Dec 2013 about reducing or eliminating test or inspection steps using Six Sigma analysis methods of capability and stability, along with risk mitigation tools like FMEA and error proofing. Links Article: Top 3 things to validate before removing test or inspection steps Article: Which Should You Use Cpk or Ppk? BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansixsigmabursts/message

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00:09:26

E23: What is the Lean Communicators network?

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2021/02/21

I share an interview I did with Mark Graban about why I created this podcast. He included me in a new networking group called Lean Communicators. We are a group of podcasters that talk about Lean, and we meet about once a month to discuss best practices and learn from each other. Check out the website of all the contributors at LeanCommunicators.com, where you can subscribe to an email list of new episodes from all contributors, or subscribe to individual podcasts. You can also follow us on LinkedIn

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00:11:47

E22: Why calculating Median can be better than a Mean...

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/02/20

Most people calculate the average when summarizing data, but what about the median? The median is not as sensitive to outliers and skewed data, and can be a better indicator of the typical or most common outcome in your data. Links Wikipedia: Median BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansixsigmabursts/message

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00:06:07

E21: What is the Hawthorne Effect and does it explain...

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/02/16

Do you see problems recur later after all the attention has gone away? That could be the Hawthorne Effect at work, which can create confusion on whether your improvements are actually working. Links Wikipedia: Hawthorne Effect BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansixsigmabursts/message

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00:05:37

E20: Why I like using the Ideal State Mapping approach

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2021/02/05

When I facilitate mapping events, after completing the current state map and before we create the future state map, I like to first walk the team through an ideal state discussion. I categorized these concepts and share the list with you in this podcast. Links Why I like using the Ideal State Mapping approach BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansixsigmabursts/message

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00:09:31

E19: Typical Ground Rules for Your Next Lean Kaizen...

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2021/01/24

Ground rules are an important element of running a successful process improvement event (called Kaizen Blitz or Kaikaku events). In this podcast, I share a compiled list of rules that you can use as a starting point for your next improvement workshop. Links List of Typical Lean Kaizen Event Ground Rules BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansixsigmabursts/message

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00:14:16

E18: Does Jon Taffer of "Bar Rescue" Practice Lean?

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2021/01/06

During some recent travel, my wife and I ended up watching multiple episodes of "Bar Rescue." I've watched the show for many years, so I re-watched it with a new lens, now that I'm consulting on my own. As I thought about my approach to consulting, how would I help these bars and restaurants make dramatic improvements? Listen for my comparison of how I would prefer to help these bars versus the approach used by host Jon Taffer. Links JonTaffer.com Bar Rescue Show BIZ-PI.com

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00:05:50

E17: Writing a Book in Small Batches with LeanPub

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2020/11/25

I discuss the Lean approach to writing a book, which is how I published my first 2.5 books. LeanPub.com allows you to write and publish your book for free and release similar to software, instead of one large batch like in traditional book publishing. Links LeanPub.com Lean Six Sigma for Good: How improvement experts can help people in need, and help improve the environment Lean Six Sigma for Good: Lessons from the Gemba (Volume 1) Lean Six Sigma for Good: Lessons from the Gemba (Volume 2)

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00:13:48

E16: Unique Internal Lean Six Sigma Certification...

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2020/11/09

I discuss the internal Lean Six Sigma certification program I helped develop and implement at Rockwell Collins (now Collins Aerospace), and why I think it's a good model for other organizations to consider if you want to offer certifications. Links BIZ-PI.com LeanSixSigmaDefinition.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/leansixsigmabursts/message

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00:20:14

E15: Lean and Six Sigma Improvement Project Ideas by...

Lean Six Sigma Bursts ·

2020/11/05

If you've struggled to decide what improvement project to work on at work or for a certification project, check out this list of project or event ideas that you could consider for your industry. I have examples from the following categories: Personal Life, Finance and Accounting, Human Resources, Sales, Shipping/Receiving and Warehouse, Information Technology (IT), Product/Service Design, Call Center, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Sports, Grocery/Supermarket, Nonprofits, Environment, Corporate

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