Companies like Toyota and Danaher have achieved remarkable success by aligning their strategic goals with daily operations using Hoshin Kanri.

Our latest blog delves into how this method bridges the gap between high-level objectives and daily tasks. Discover the principles behind Hoshin Kanri and how it enables leaders to engage teams at every level, transforming vision into actionable outcomes without losing focus on continuous improvement.

Explore how you can leverage Hoshin Kanri to turn your strategic vision into reality.

 

"The real challenge isn’t selecting the 'perfect' method—because, quite frankly, there isn’t one. Instead, the key to successful continuous improvement lies in having an approach and committing to it."

Our blog dives into 10 proven continuous improvement strategies, helping you find the approach that best aligns with your organization's culture and needs.



 
New webinar: Making Sense of Power & Sample Size

Join us for our upcoming webinar as Master Black Belt Kevin Keller breaks down statistical power and sample size. Learn how to plan experiments and analyze data accurately by understanding these concepts, enabling you to make reliable, data-driven decisions. This session offers practical tools and real-world examples to demonstrate their impact on experiment outcomes.


December 18th| 11:00 AM EST

 
New podcast episode: If You Film It, They Will Watch with Dino Tripodis

Check out "If You Film It, They Will Watch with Dino Tripodis." In this episode, Dan Swartwout and Columbus radio legend Dino Tripodis discuss creating the high-quality independent film DOWN TO THE FELT on a tight budget. Tune in to discover how Dino balanced creativity with practical constraints—perfect for film fans and process improvement enthusiasts alike.

And catch up on every other episode here.

 
New EngineRoom Features!

We’re excited to announce that we've released three new features in EngineRoom. Use the Type 1 Gauge Study and Linearity & Bias Study tools to better assess the accuracy and precision of your measurement devices. The Chi-Square Test of Association analyzes count data rather than measurement data to uncover significant relationships between categorical variables.

Log in to try these new features!

 

Check out Quality Digest’s latest article on how simple sketches can spark powerful innovations, especially in quality management and process improvement. This approach shows that sometimes the best solutions start with just a pen and a napkin.

Join us at ASQ's Lean and Six Sigma Annual Conference. We're thrilled to announce our prominent role at ASQ’s LSS Conference in Phoenix, AZ, February 23rd-25th! This event brings together hundreds of quality professionals dedicated to driving organizational excellence beyond everyday problem-solving.

Check out these presentations while you're there:

  • Building a People-First Workplace: CI Culture at City of Goodyear led by Tim Fisher and Alex Lestinsky
  • Mastering and Sharing Fundamentals: Simulation Workshop by Bill Hathaway
  • Leveraging Technology: "Generative AI in Process Improvement," presented by Xander Hathaway
  • Case Studies of Success: CI Journey at Grief, and Process Modeling at Medtronic, led by Toby Locke and Ryan Magnuson

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