Following a stint with the Global Atlantic Financial Group, project manager Jessica Rieper joined Co-Op Financial Services. As part of her professional development, Jessica Rieper has taken several courses on performance improvement and project management approaches, such as SCRUM and Lean Six Sigma.
Lean Six Sigma blends principles from two continuous improvement techniques. While Lean is based on a four-part method, Six Sigma analyzes process efficiency using a cyclical, five-step approach. During the first step, the problem or issue is defined. Other metrics such as timelines or potential resources are also outlined. Step two is collecting data to quantify the problem.
Once the issue can be measured with numbers, it bcomes easier to track improvements. In the analyze phase, the root causes of the problem are investigated. This informs the next step, which involves developing and implementing solutions. Effective solutions are then sustained and monitored during the final control phase. If other issues arise, the cycle can be implemented once again.
Lean Six Sigma blends principles from two continuous improvement techniques. While Lean is based on a four-part method, Six Sigma analyzes process efficiency using a cyclical, five-step approach. During the first step, the problem or issue is defined. Other metrics such as timelines or potential resources are also outlined. Step two is collecting data to quantify the problem.
Once the issue can be measured with numbers, it bcomes easier to track improvements. In the analyze phase, the root causes of the problem are investigated. This informs the next step, which involves developing and implementing solutions. Effective solutions are then sustained and monitored during the final control phase. If other issues arise, the cycle can be implemented once again.
