ASQ Houston-Quantum Lean: An Innovation in Continuous Improvement (In person)

Starts:  Apr 21, 2022 11:00 PM (UTC)
Ends:  Apr 22, 2022 01:00 AM (UTC)
Associated with  Greater Houston Section
  • 6:00pm - Networking and refreshments

  • 6:45pm - Announcements and Presentation

Quantum Lean: An Innovation in Continuous Improvement



Learning Objectives* Quantum Lean Principles* Quantum Lean Framework* Quantum Lean Analytic and Diagramming Methods* Differences Between Quantum Lean and Typical Lean Approaches



This presentation will outline an alternative lean method called "Quantum Lean" (QL) (https://amzn.to/2IIbmc6). Compared to traditional approaches, QL is a much simpler. At the same time, it achieves better outcomes more rapidly. The key to this system is a framework that is:• Time-Focused – Instead of addressing waste, QL attacks time. This results in much greater simplicity by leveraging the fact that time is the fuel that feeds all waste. Instead of attacking waste in its 7 forms, addressing time is simpler. • Product-centric – Time is tracked and measured from the standpoint of the product and only the product. Relentlessly maintaining this framework assures consistency in conclusions and avoids conflicting objectives (owner vs. employee vs. customer) that frequently occur with other continuous improvement approaches. Although there are additional benefits, QL’s simplicity is arguably its greatest virtue and what makes the other advantages possible.