



About the Course
Essential Training
5 Hours of Training (Available for 30 Days from Start Date)
Online-On Demand Training Content -- Asynchronous
Available 24/7 (Internet Connection Required)
Includes Videos, Quizzes, & Final Exam
PDF’s of Presentation Handouts Included
80% Required on All Quizzes prior to Unlocking Final Exam
2 Hour Final Exam; 80% Required to Pass
Topics Covered:
Understanding Process Constraints & Improvement Project Prioritization
Process Mapping: Flow Charts & SIPOC
Data Collection, Operational Definitions, Data Collection Plan, Check Sheets & Basic Statistics
Types of Activities & Wastes and Time Studies & Value Analysis
Collecting Time Data, Identifying Bottlenecks, & Calculating Maximum Throughput
OEE Metric for Utilization, Calculating OEE, APQ Factors, 6 Big Losses, & Quick Wins
Graphs & Feedback Loops, Trend Charts, Stacker Bar Graphs, Pareto Charts, & Defect Maps
4-Blockers for Engaging Feedback
Key Takeaways:
Recognizing the Impact of Properly Focused Improvements
Gaining Insight & Understanding of the Current State Process(es)
Collecting Data on Performance & Obstacles
Conducting Time Studies & Time Value Analysis
Tracking OEE at Constraint & Applying Quick Wins
Using Defect Maps to Solve Quality Problems
Utilizing 4 Blockers with Process Team SME’s
4-Blocker
Who Should Attend:
This class provides core skills for data driven prioritization and creating alignment and engagement for teams. It is great for anyone responsible for the performance of a process (process owners), and is especially beneficial for leads, supervisors, managers, engineers, technicians, quality & improvement personnel. It's also useful for tracking and driving improvements for rolled up KPI's for directors and executive leadership.
Your Instructor

Michael Asbury
Michael is a dynamic Master Trainer delivering courses for more than 30 colleges & 50 other organizations. His training & education includes: Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, TOC Jonah (Theory of Constraints), Critical Chain Project Management, B.S.--Computational Physics & Mathematics, and Actuarial Science.
Over the past 20 years, Michael has had the opportunity to drive cultural transformation & significant results in a variety of roles & a wide range of projects for a total of over $40M/yr impact on profit.