Are U.S. consultants at risk for violating insider trading if they buy stocks in a company they support?
I’ve had the privilege working as a consultant with some large companies that sell their stocks publicly. Based on my
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The Real History of Cpk vs Ppk: Why the Definitions Changed and Why There Is Confusion
Not familiar with Capability Indices (Cpk and Ppk)? Check out our Capability Analysis course if you want to learn more.
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When Your Data Isn’t Normal (Bell Curve): Why Every Green and Black Belt Needs to Know About Nonparametrics
In the real world, data rarely fits a perfect bell curve. Yet most Six Sigma professionals were taught that normal
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Book Review: The Joy of Lean: Building a Culture of Engaged Team Performance by Dodd Starbird
Many organizations focus on tools and quick wins to roll out an improvement program, but struggle to build sustainable improvement.
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Advantages for Applying Lean at Home
This article is republished from the April 2025 ASQ Lean Enterprise Division newsletter I must be honest. The application of
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Tips for Getting Your Company to Pay for Lean Six Sigma Training
Securing company funding for Lean Six Sigma training requires strategic planning and persuasive communication. While professional development often delivers significant
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BPI supports Food Waste Prevention Week April 7-13, 2025
BPI is excited to announce our partnership with Food Waste Prevention Week! Joining forces with more than 600 public and
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Great example of Lean Leadership – Rockwell Collins CEO Clay Jones in 2006
Photo courtesy of CR Gazette, Dec 1998.
https://www.thegazette.com/business/1998-fate-altered-rockwell-collins-ceo-clay-joness-career-plans/
Engaging Employees in Energy Reduction with Treasure Hunts – CIRAS and ISBF Energy Efficiency Series Webinar – March 27, 2024
Date/Time: March 27, 2024, 11:00 AM CST Presenters: Is your organization looking to reduce costs and carbon emissions? Energy can
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Taiichi Ohno Quotes and Insights from “The Birth of Lean”
From the book description: “There are a lot of books that describe the Toyota Production System, but most do so
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