Learning and Development Guide 2025

SIX SIGMA FUNDAMENTALS The business improvement methodology of Six Sigma Six Sigma has proved to be a long-lasting and effective business improvement methodology still in use by major corporations around the world. This course gives you a deep understanding of the origins of Six Sigma and how to use it successfully in your own organisation. You will be exposed to the well-regarded DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve and Control) philosophy and essentials of continuous improvement. Why attend? • Explore the evolution of continuous improvement methodologies, focusing on Six Sigma methodology and how it applies to your organisation • Provoke thought and offer a framework to ‘challenge the process’ to determine if there is a better way of doing things • Understand the benefits of using DMAIC for the purpose of gaining measurable financial results • Learn when to use Six Sigma and make base decisions on fact rather than on a ‘gut feel’ or past experience. Who should attend? Managers or those seeking a sound business improvement methodology to generate a culture of continuous quality improvement in their team or organisation. Anyone wanting to understand what Six Sigma can do to deliver better outcomes for their organisation. Course details: 1 day 9.00am – 4.30pm

LEAN The philosophy and implementation of Lean concepts

Lean systems improve process flow, eliminate waste, reduce delays and improve productivity. The principles of Lean apply across all industries and within both the public and private sectors. Effective implementation of the Lean concepts can help your organisation achieve just-in-time delivery and shorten lead times. Why attend? • Gain an understanding of Lean concepts; how to identify and eliminate those activities within your organisation that consume resources but add no value • Explore the five principles of Lean and how they interrelate to create a continuous cycle of improvement • Define value from the customer perspective then learn the art of value stream mapping and how to apply it to your organisation • Diagnose the main areas of waste in your business processes and develop practical approaches to eliminate the waste • Use Lean concepts to speed up the delivery of goods and services to the market and reduce time delays in responding to customers. Who should attend? Business process owners, production and operational personnel and other managers responsible for overseeing processes and operations that need improvement. Course details: 2 days 9.00am – 4.30pm V

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