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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What you did not learn in your 6 sigma class There’s a reason that companies call me when they have projects that 6 Sigma alone cannot solve. Today I’m going to share with you the 3 most important things to help you solve problems effectively and efficiently… keys that (*gasp!) your 6 Sigma class…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Cultural Transformation in Your Company Today’s topic is cultural transformation. If you want to transform the entire culture of your company, the first thing you need is a clear vision. If you don’t have a vision others can follow or a mission statement, your company’s culture will not automatically change for the better. Or…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Engineer’s First Day on the Job Today, I want to talk to the young up-and-comers, excited to get started in their careers, and also any managers who are hiring them. Follow me through a typical day on the job of lightning problem solving for a little on-the-spot training! So, you got a job in…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Got Water? How to Tackle A Pesky Water Leak Thanks for joining and get ready to hang on for the wild whitewater rafting ride as we talk about Leaks. Water leaks are extremely simple if you see the entire path. The instructions I’m about to give you should work to solve ANY water leak problem…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] You’re HIRED! The Secret to Hiring GOOD Problem Solvers Hiring good employees can be a difficult task. I’m asked frequently, “Tom, how can I find a good problem solver? And how can I tell GOOD problem solvers from BAD ones?” Oftentimes, I’m already busy on a project and ANOTHER company comes asking me desperately…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Questions Every Manager Should Ask Their Employees… Part 3: Ongoing Three Questions Today we’re going to talk about the 3 most valuable questions to ask your employees on an ongoing basis. This is the conclusion of my 3-part series called “Questions Every Manager Should Ask Their Employees.” If you somehow missed Parts 1 and…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Questions Every Manager Should Ask Their Employees Part 2: The 30 Day Challenge Hey guys! Welcome back to Part Two of my 3-Part Series on Questions Every Manager Should Ask Their Employees. I hope you’re up for a challenge! Today we’re going to talk about an awesome 30-day experiment guaranteed to kick it up…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Motivation, Motivation, Motivation!! I’m sure you’ve heard the popular real estate agent mantra – the most important thing in buying and selling homes is LOCATION. Running your company smoothly begins with a similar word and it’s Motivation. This is the first installment of a 3- part series on Questions Managers Should Ask Their Employees…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How to Solve Any Noise Problem Today we’re going to talk about noise problems. (A topic you’re VERY familiar with if you happen to be a parent…) Whether you’re dealing with a wind noise, a squeak, a creak, a hum, a buzz, or a tizzle, you’ll find that ALL noise problems have 2 things…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How to Solve Warranty Problems Today First horse out of the gate: REDESIGN. Or is it? To start with, I need to remind you to be extremely careful not to automatically think “Redesign,” when you start having warranty problems. You can always redesign, but redesigns are not only expensive, they also introduce new problems.…
Lean Healthcare Facilities 101 Did you know that hospitals and clinics can benefit from Lean principles, in much the same way as manufacturing plants? A Lean healthcare facility will have shorter or no wait times, less errors, and more time for the doctors to spend with each patient. In turn, they are more profitable and…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/JsjrDmaCH8k” title=”Why Lean 6 Sigma Problem Solving is So SLOW”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Why Lean 6 Sigma Problem Solving is So Slow Today we’re going to talk about why 6 Sigma is Slower. Than. Christmas. I love lean manufacturing, and Lean 6 Sigma has its place too. They’re both very powerful and very useful tools. They have…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/oHWM-VD2rY0″ title=”7 Habits of Highly Effective Problem Solvers”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] 7 Habits of Highly Effective Problem Solvers (and How to Identify Bad Ones!) Hi! Welcome back to Lightning Problem Solving where you’ll always get the low down on cutting-edge manufacturing and problem solving techniques! Today we’re going to start the discussion about the habits of…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/oT8yoD_Rd7k” title=”How to Set the Right Targets for Your Manufacturing Company”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How to Set the Right Manufacturing Targets Setting the right targets for your company is SO important because without goals your plant will run with no direction or vision. You’ll have some workers really working hard to bring home that bacon and some…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] So, What is Lean Manufacturing? Lean Manufacturing is a hot topic in the manufacturing world today. But what IS it anyway? Well, lean manufacturing has 3 main goals: Waste elimination Improving cycle efficiency Improving your process flow [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/RFnxL_2YtCo” title=”VIDEO: What is Lean Manufacturing?”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]To become lean, you have to have standardized work, continuously improving…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/0HFEYlr89Vw” title=”When to Hire a Lean Manufacturing Consultant”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] When to Hire a Lean Manufacturing Consultant: Welcome back to Lightning Problem Solving, where we keep you up to date on cutting edge manufacturing and problem-solving techniques. Today I’m going to be addressing a question I get asked all the time, which is, When is…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Everything You Need to Know about 5 Whys The basic principle behind the Five Whys is that you continue the question of “Why?” until you come to the Root Cause. It’s reminiscent of the song about the old lady who swallowed a fly, only repeated in reverse. Be sure to click on this video…
Lightning-Fast Manufacturing Problem Solving How to solve a Manufacturing Problem in only 3 DAYS! Welcome back! If you’re new here, welcome to the Lightning Problem Solving Method, a fool-proof process for your worst manufacturing issues in as little as 3 days. After years of long-distance and on-site business consultation, I’m taking my manufacturing knowledge online.…
When NOT to use a DOE Our video today is about when NOT to use a DOE. But before we talk about when NOT to use a DOE, let’s make sure you have a general idea of what a DOE is. [vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/uoeq5w_ijl0″ title=”Video: DOE, Warning! When NOT to Use!”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] First off, what IS a…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_custom_heading text=”Lightning-Fast Manufacturing Problem-Solving” font_container=”tag:h2|font_size:55|text_align:left” google_fonts=”font_family:Roboto%3A100%2C100italic%2C300%2C300italic%2Cregular%2Citalic%2C500%2C500italic%2C700%2C700italic%2C900%2C900italic|font_style:700%20bold%20regular%3A700%3Anormal” css_animation=”lightSpeedIn”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https://youtu.be/X2ITrGP9ivE” title=”VIDEO: Why Would a Manufacturing Project Take Longer Than 3 Days?”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] Solve Manufacturing Problems in Only 3 Days! So you’ve seen my video, “How to Solve a Manufacturing Project in 3 Days.” The video dives deep into the Lightning Problem Solving Method. These steps make solving…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Root Cause Versus Solution If you’ve followed any of my prior materials, you’ve certainly heard me say, “Be a root cause hunter, not a solution hunter!” But you may be thinking to yourself – don’t those terms mean the same thing? Let me explain to you how different they are, and why this difference…
When NOT to use 5S Today I’m going to tell you when it’s best NOT to use 5S. Before we can talk about when not to use 5S, I want to make sure everybody understands what 5S really is. 5S is a common workplace organization term that simply stands for these five S words: Sort…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Finding the Root Cause of Your Broken Parts with the Lightning Problem Solving Method Who Knew It Was This Easy? Today, we’re tackling the always-frustrating issue of broken parts. If you’re putting out manufactured parts that break on a regular basis, it can cost you a whole lot more than just time. Frustration, money,…
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Scrap Reduction: 5 EASY Keys! In this post, you will find all the tools you need to drastically reduce your scrap while making your company more profitable in the process. It’s not hard or complicated— in fact, you can start right away! If you put a few key steps into practice, you can stop…
