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LSS Bursts Podcast

Lean Six Sigma Bursts
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We share our takes and thoughts on a variety of topics related to process improvement (specifically Lean and Six Sigma methods), Bursts are rapid improvement activities, so this sounded like a good word to use for these short audio clips. We’ll try to keep them under 5 minutes each.

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E141: Hidden Costs of Equipment Downtime
byBrion Hurley

In this episode, I discuss a big opportunity to improve success in your manufacturing facility, reducing equipment downtime.

Most people are only focused on the lost labor when equipment isn't running, but what about the lost opportunity to produce valuable products that could be sold to a customer?

If you're looking for a good improvement project, collecting data on your downtime and calculating these costs might uncover a potential project you can work on.

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E141: Hidden Costs of Equipment Downtime
E141: Hidden Costs of Equipment Downtime
July 24, 2026
Brion Hurley
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Brion Hurley
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