APPLYING Lean and six sigma for organizational excellence
Building off the success of the 2019 conference, in 2020 we focus on identifying ways to put those ideas and learning into action at all levels. Quality professionals are uniquely positioned to lead and help their organizations achieve business process excellence through insightful, high-level learning and idea sharing during this conference. Participants will leave with the ability to identify areas of focus within their organization for maximum financial impact.
Embracing Change
Today’s ever-changing landscape of disruption and transformation requires organizations to continually evaluate and challenge past practices to optimize excellence and growth. Sessions in this area of focus cover topics such as:
- Change Management
- People and Processes: The Human Side of Quality
- Risk Management
Best of Lean and Six Sigma in the Digital Age
The fundamentals of quality have not changed, but the settings in which they are applied have. Current and future digital advances offer opportunities to enhance the application of quality principles, tools, and techniques throughout an organization. To help attendees identify opportunities in their own organizations, sessions in this focus area will cover:
- Quality Basics in Today’s World
- Practical Application
- Sustaining Results
Integrating LSS Principles, Tools, and Techniques in Quality 4.0
Rapid-fire innovation is changing how organizations gather, analyze, and use data. The opportunity to apply lean and Six Sigma principles, tools, and techniques to these changing conditions is often overlooked by organizations that traditionally seek solutions from the IT team. This area of focus explores the potential for lean and Six Sigma to address challenges and opportunities brought on by disruptive technologies such as:
- Big Data
- Data Analytics
- Cyber Security
- Artificial Intelligence
- Agile
Delivering On What’s Next
Yes, we understand the need. Yes, we’re excited about our tools. Now what? How do we identify which strategies are truly aligned with the organization's mission of excellence, and how do we implement them? How do we effectively advocate for leadership support? This advanced area of focus offers conference participants sophisticated insight into what’s next for lean and Six Sigma, and how these concepts can create immediate impact. Topics include:
- Strategic Alignment
- Cutting Edge Tools
- ROI and Trends
- Future of Quality
Past Conference Materials
Conference Location
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs
11111 N. Seventh St.Phoenix, AZ 85020