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Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification certifies that the holder has a thorough understanding of the essential principles of the Lean Six Sigma method, and is capable of taking an active part in improvement projects. As a Level 1 professional qualification, it opens up new career opportunities in a wide range of sectors.

Day 1: Introduction to Continuous Improvement

  • Definition and issues: What is continuous improvement? Exploring the associated benefits.
  • Problem solving: General methodology and introduction to the 5 Whys method.
  • Challenges to be met: Analysis of challenges linked to competitiveness, sustainability and resistance to change.
  • Choosing an improvement strategy: Selection criteria and concrete examples.
  • Continuous improvement methodologies: Comparison and complementarity of approaches (Lean, Six Sigma, TQM, etc.).

Day 2: Introduction to Lean Management

  • Origins of Lean: History of the Toyota production system.
  • Case studies: Study of successes and failures in implementing Lean.
  • Organizational and cultural dimensions :
  • Identifying critical customer needs.
  • Define an efficient process.
  • Manage performance and set clear objectives.
  • Organize company structure.
  • Adopt a Lean team approach.
  • Lean fundamentals: Value, waste, continuous flow and the quest for perfection.
  • Sources of waste (MUDA): Practical exercises to identify waste in a process.

Day 3: Introduction to the Six Sigma Method

  • Introduction to Six Sigma: What is the Six Sigma method?
  • Essential statistics: Understanding normal distribution and its importance in the Six Sigma context.
  • DPMO: Link between Six Sigma and Defects per Million Opportunities.
  • Sigma levels: Differences between 3.8 Sigma and 6 Sigma, and the impact on the cost of non-quality.

Day 4: Merging Lean and Six Sigma methods

  • DMAIC methodology:
  • Define
  • Measure
  • Analyze
  • Improve
  • Control
  • Lean Six Sigma project success criteria.
  • DMAIC teams: Roles and responsibilities within project teams.
  • Main DMAIC deliverables: Identification of the three main deliverables required for project success.
  • Tollgate: Importance of this step in the DMAIC process.

Day 5: Lean Six Sigma deployment

  • Key elements for deployment : The six essential elements for a successful Lean Six Sigma implementation.
  • Preparing for deployment: Necessary steps before launching the project.
  • Lean Six Sigma team composition: Definition of roles and responsibilities within the team.
  • Governance structure: Setting up a structure to oversee Lean Six Sigma projects.
  • Integration with corporate strategy: How to align Lean Six Sigma with overall strategic objectives.
  • Planning a Lean Six Sigma project: Choosing the right project for practical application of the methodology.
     
  • Hoshin Kanri's X Matrix: Presentation and use in Lean Six Sigma deployment.
     
  • Skills development and success factors to ensure program effectiveness.

This course is aimed at the following audiences:

  • all employees who wish to become involved in the continuous improvement of their company and acquire the tools to participate in process optimization projects;
  • operational managers who wish to improve their efficiency, make informed decisions and steer improvement projects;
  • anyone interested in continuous improvement methods and wishing to develop their skills in optimizing processes and results.

This course does not require any specific experience or skills.
However, basic knowledge of continuous improvement (concepts of quality, productivity, product lifecycle, etc.) can help you understand the concepts covered.

At the end of this Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt training course, you will be able to achieve the following objectives:

  • Understanding key concepts: Acquire in-depth knowledge of the principles of continuous improvement, lean management and the Six Sigma method.
  • Process optimization: Learn how to identify sources of waste and create customer value.
  • Value Stream Mapping: Learn how to create a Value Stream Map (VSM) to optimize processes.
  • Mastery of DMAIC methodology: Assimilate the fundamental principles of the Lean Six Sigma approach and know how to apply them effectively.
  • Project management skills: Develop the skills required to actively participate in continuous improvement projects.
  • Tools and techniques: Acquire the tools and techniques needed to successfully carry out Lean Six Sigma projects.
  • Impact on customer satisfaction: Understand how Lean Six Sigma influences customer satisfaction and employee commitment.
  • CSSC certification: Pass the CSSC Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification exam to obtain your certification.

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