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There’s still time to register for our December webinar! Join us on Wednesday, December 18th at 11:00 AM EST for "Making Sense of Power & Sample Size.” In this webinar, Master Black Belt Kevin Keller will walk you through defining statistical power and sample size, examining their relationship, and sharing practical guidelines and tools for calculating sample size effectively. Expect actionable takeaways you can apply right away to strengthen your data-driven decisions. Secure your spot today—you won’t want to miss it! #statisticalhypothesistesting #freewebinar #operationalexcellence

Omar Mora is proudly representing MoreSteam and Blackberry&Cross (BBCross) today at the 2024 Costa Rica National Excellence Congress! He’s excited to share how our partnership can support your continuous improvement and operational excellence goals. Stop by to discuss how we can help support your organization's goals and initiatives. #NEC2024 #continuousimprovement #operationalexcellence

In the newest Quality Time with MoreSteam, Lean pioneer Peter Ward joins the show. Peter is Professor Emeritus of Operations Management at The Ohio State University, Chair of the Lean Enterprise Institute, and a Shingo Institute prize winner. During his conversation with host Dan Swartwout, Peter shares how he brought Lean and Six Sigma into The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business and launched the groundbreaking Master of Business Operational Excellence (MBOE) program. Peter also reflects on his award-winning research on Lean practices. Click the link for great insights on operational excellence and the evolution of Lean thinking!

Mark your calendars! This January, join our three-part Master Series: “Advanced Root Cause Analysis for Quality and Process Experts” with Kevin Keller on January 16th, 23rd, and February 6th! Prepare to go beyond traditional RCA methods. This series dives into advanced techniques like regression and decision trees to uncover complex relationships and address challenging issues with precision, earning you a certification of completion to showcase your expertise. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗱: • Three interactive, hour-long sessions led by industry expert Kevin Keller, guiding you through advanced RCA techniques. • 60-day full access to EngineRoom software, enabling hands-on practice with statistical tools such as regression and decision trees. • Skills to identify limitations of basic RCA methods, apply advanced analysis techniques, and interpret complex data patterns using multiple regression and decision trees. • Certificate of Completion It’s never too early to register! #masterseries #rootcauseanalysis #operationalexcellence

Are you ready to optimize your kitchen processes for the holidays? 🦃 Why not use process improvement to streamline your holiday prep? Here are some ways to bring process improvement into your kitchen: • 𝟱𝗦 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗻: Declutter, organize, and standardize your space for maximum efficiency before the holiday rush. A tidy, optimized kitchen saves time and reduces stress when preparing those big meals. • 𝗦𝗽𝗮𝗴𝗵𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗶 𝗗𝗶𝗮𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: Map out your kitchen workflow to minimize unnecessary movement while cooking. Less running around means more time to enjoy the festivities! • 𝗣𝗼𝗸𝗮-𝗬𝗼𝗸𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽: Double-check your tools and ingredients ahead of time to prevent errors and ensure everything goes smoothly. • 𝗞𝗮𝗻𝗯𝗮𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘀: Keep track of your dishes in progress to ensure nothing gets left behind. Start planning now and take the stress out of your holiday kitchen. With a little process thinking, you'll be amazed at how smoothly everything comes together! #5S #leanthinking #processimprovement #operationalexcellence

🎙 New podcast episode alert! 🎙 In this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, host Dan Swartwout sits down with Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and regular webinar host Kevin Keller for a deep dive into the world of process improvement. Kevin shares insights from his corporate career and his encore as a consultant, teacher, and coach, providing practical examples on topics like Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Control Charts, Response Surface Methodology, and Understanding Variability. This episode is music to the ears for anyone passionate about process improvement, statistics, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Plus, learn how Kevin’s hall-of-fame career in barbershop music has influenced his approach to teamwork and continuous improvement! Check out episode 17 of Quality Time with MoreSteam, "Harmonizing Efficiency with Kevin Keller," below, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. #qualitytimepodcast #leansixsigma #processimprovement #operationalexcellence

This weekend, the MoreSteam team swapped our usual work routines for a fun morning at the Hot Chocolate Run! There’s nothing like a brisk run followed by a delicious cup of hot cocoa to bring people together (especially as winter kicks in!). Keegan Donnelly crushed the 5K, Chelsey Cassady took on the 10K, and Peg Pennington, Regina Kenney, and Zachary Anderson tackled the 15K. #companyculture #hotchocolaterun

This month’s #newsletter shares insights from our latest blog on Making Your Strategy Work Across Your Entire Organization, details about our upcoming webinar, new blog articles, and a preview of the new product features we released this month! Loving these newsletters and want to receive them even sooner? Head to our website and subscribe to get them sent straight to your inbox! #operationalexcellence #continuousimprovement #processimprovement

This week, MoreSteam HQ welcomed participants of our Master Black Belt certification program for the in-person portion of their journey toward MBB certification. Through hands-on learning and interactive sessions, these future Master Black Belts are mastering Advanced Lean, Modeling, and Financial Analysis techniques to lead transformative change in their organizations. We’re excited to see their impact in driving operational excellence! #masterblackbelt #leansixsigma #operationalexcellence

Transform Your Career with our 2025 Blended Certification Programs! Ready to strengthen your Lean Six Sigma skills and drive real change in your organization? Whether you’re starting out or aiming to lead at a higher level, our Blended Certification Programs offer flexible, hands-on learning that fits into your schedule. • 𝗚𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝘁: Apply Lean Six Sigma principles and lead small projects. • 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝘁: Master advanced tools to lead large-scale projects and mentor teams. • 𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿: Become a strategic leader who drives transformative change across your organization. Our blended learning model combines online coursework, instructor support, and real-world practice, you’ll gain the tools to succeed—without disrupting your current responsibilities. Our 2025 schedule is now available! 𝗘𝗻𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 to take the next step in your Lean Six Sigma journey. #blendedlearning #leansixsigma #continuousimprovement #operationalexcellence