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How Greif is Building a Thriving Community of Problem-Solvers

What started as a handful of Green Belts grew into a global Lean Six Sigma program.

In just three years, Greif scaled Lean Six Sigma training across 26 countries and 200+ facilities, embedding on-demand learning into the daily flow of work for 14,000 colleagues. Their approach: start small, prove value, and let demand pull the program forward.

With strong executive sponsorship, a flexible deployment model in partnership with MoreSteam, and a focus on employee recognition, Greif built momentum that continues to grow.

Read the case study to learn what it takes to create a global culture of continuous improvement.

 
Webinar: Good Lean Six Sigma Projects Start with Good Problem Statements

Webinar: Lean Six Sigma Project Selection

Behind every successful Lean Six Sigma project is a clearly defined problem that matters to the business and connects directly to strategic priorities. In this webinar, you’ll learn how to craft strong project statements that form the foundation for selecting meaningful projects, solving the right problems, and understanding the characteristics of projects that succeed.

September 24 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST

 
Don't Settle for a Paper Belt: Why Projects Are the Heart of Lean Six Sigma Certification

Not All Lean Six Sigma Certifications Are Created Equal

Looking for a Lean Six Sigma certification program that prepares you for the messiness of continuous improvement work? Your certification should prove what you can do, not just what you’ve watched. At MoreSteam, we don’t believe in paper belts. That’s why our programs are built around real projects, so you graduate with hands-on experience and the confidence to lead. Don't settle for shortcuts.


Read the full blog to learn why projects should be at the heart of your certification.

 
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Time Series Analysis - Decomposition released in EngineRoom!

Just Released: New EngineRoom Tool

Our latest tool, Time Series Analysis - Decomposition, allows you to separate the effects of seasonality and trends within your data and predict future results.

  • Helps identify season length in your data using statistics
  • Tests multiple models and makes a recommendation for the best fit
  • Displays a user-selected number of points to forecast into the future based on past data
 
New podcast episode: The Efficiency Engine That Powers Make A Wish with Taylor Pack

QTWM Episode 37: Process Improvement with Purpose

On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, host Dan Swartwout welcomes Taylor Pack, Senior Manager of Process at the Make-A-Wish Foundation. She shares how she uses continuous improvement to help grant more wishes for children with critical illnesses and how every improvement in efficiency directly impacts the organization's ability to reach more families and change lives.

And catch up on every other episode here.

 
Lean Master Certification

Back to School for Lean Leaders

This fall, build your Lean Master qualities and skills with our blended Lean Master Certification Program, whether you’re experienced in Lean or just starting your journey. Through practice and project-based learning, you’ll gain the confidence to lead continuous improvement initiatives and implement Lean strategies that create lasting impact in your organization.

 
Lean Enterprise Institute Article

What Are We Really Teaching in Frontline Jobs?

In this Management Brief, Josh Howell challenges leaders to see frontline roles as more than entry-level work. With the right standards, problem-solving systems, and engaged leadership, these jobs can become launchpads for capability and lasting workplace habits. Read the full article to discover how rethinking frontline education can shape the leaders of tomorrow.

 
Master Series: Advanced Root Cause Analysis for Quality and Process Experts

Fall Master Series: Advanced Root Cause Analysis for Quality and Process Experts

Join us this September for a three-week virtual master class led by Master Black Belt Kevin Keller and President Peg Pennington. Learn to go beyond traditional RCA methods with hands-on training as you master advanced techniques like regression and decision trees to uncover complex relationships and address challenging issues with precision.


September 18, 25, & October 2|11:00 AM EST

 

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