Lean_Six_Sigma_PM_Final Created for Beginners.pptx

Lean_Six_Sigma_PM_Final Created for Beginners.pptx

1. Lean Six Sigma for Project Management High-level Overview for PM Teams [Your Name], Green & Black Belt Certified

2. Agenda Introduction What is Lean Six Sigma? Why it matters in Project Management DMAIC methodology Tools & techniques Roles: Green Belt vs. Black Belt Benefits & fun facts How we can apply this in our team Summary & Q&A

3. What is Lean Six Sigma? (Part 1) Lean: Eliminating waste Six Sigma: Reducing variation Together: Maximize value, minimize waste

4. What is Lean Six Sigma? (Part 2) Origin: Motorola, 1986 Popularized by GE in 1990s Now used in banking, healthcare, IT

5. Why It Matters in PM (Part 1) Aligns with project lifecycle Structured, measurable approach Promotes data-driven decision-making

6. Why It Matters in PM (Part 2) Increased efficiency & reduced costs Engaged & accountable teams Better outcomes for stakeholders

7. DMAIC Methodology Define Measure Analyze Improve Control

8. DMAIC Phases Explained Define: Problem, goals, stakeholders Measure: Baseline data, process mapping Analyze: Root causes Improve: Solutions, Lean tools Control: Sustain improvements

9. Key Tools & Techniques SIPOC Fishbone Diagram 5 Whys Pareto Chart 5S Control Charts

10. Green Belt Role Leads smaller projects Applies DMAIC & tools Collaborates with PMs & SMEs

11. Black Belt Role Leads complex projects Coaches Green Belts Drives strategic improvements

12. Benefits for Our Team Better project outcomes Reduced rework & errors More efficient processes

13. Benefits for the Bank Cost savings (~$230k per project) Higher customer satisfaction Improved compliance

14. Fun Facts Ventura County saved $33M with LSS Banks cut loan approvals in half Lean = fast pizza, Six Sigma = perfect pizza 🍕

15. How We Can Apply It Start with a pilot project Use value stream mapping Encourage Kaizen events for small wins

16. Summary Lean Six Sigma = structured + data-driven Complements PM methodology Clear roles: Green vs. Black Belts

17. Next Steps Try tools in daily projects Identify a pilot process Share learnings in team workshops

18. Q&A / Thank You Contact: [Your Email / Extension]