Introduction
In the current dynamic business environment, streamlined and optimized supply chains are essential for sustaining a competitive edge. Lean Six Sigma provides a powerful tools for identifying inefficiencies, reducing waste, and improving the overall performance of supply chain operations. This course equips participants with practical tools and methodologies to optimize processes, reduce costs, and enhance the speed and quality of their supply chain. Participants will be ready to implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence in supply chain management.
Course Outline
- Module 1
- Module 2
- Module 3
- Module 4
- Module 5
- Course Objectives
- Target Audience
Lean Six Sigma in Supply Chain
- Six Sigma and why does it matter in supply chains.
- The role of Lean in cutting out supply chain inefficiencies.
- Process consistency and error reduction with Six Sigma.
- The most common challenges supply chains face today.
- The importance of waste reduction in maintaining a smooth flow.
- Key principles of Lean Six Sigma for better supply chain management.
Supply Chain Optimization
- DMAIC process and its role in supply chain improvement.
- Aligning supply chain operations with business objectives.
- How to measure performance: Tracking key supply chain metrics.
- Identifying root causes of supply chain delays and disruptions.
- Implementing changes to improve process flow and reduce costs.
- Ensuring long-term success by controlling improved processes.
Supply Chain Lean Tools
- Lean tools, and how do they help optimize supply chains.
- Value stream mapping (VSM) to visualize and improve the flow of goods.
- Kaizen’s small, ongoing improvements can make a big difference.
- Applying 5S to organize supply chain processes and reduce errors.
- Reducing lead times with Kanban to better manage inventory.
- Lean strategies for minimizing downtime and maintaining supply chains.
Six Sigma Tools: Variation and Defect
- Variations in supply chains and why they lead to inefficiencies.
- How Six Sigma tools help eliminate defects and reduce mistakes.
- Statistical analysis to monitor supply chain performance.
- Six Sigma to improve the consistency of deliveries and orders.
- How Six Sigma reduces waste while maintaining high-quality.
- Minimizing risk by controlling variations in supply chain processes.
Measuring Supply Chain Performance
- Setting KPIs to measure supply chain success.
- Using customer feedback to improve supply chains.
- Keeping supply chains responsive in a changing market.
- Handling common challenges when trying to sustain improvements.
- Empowering your team to take ownership of supply chain processes.
- Maintaining supplier relationships to enhance long performance.
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Understand the Lean and Six Sigma and their application in supply chain management.
- Identify and eliminate waste and inefficiencies within the supply chain.
- Apply Lean Six Sigma tools to improve key supply chain processes.
- Use the DMAIC methodology to optimize supply chain operations.
- Explore strategies to reduce lead times, improve inventory, and enhance supplier relationships.
- Measure supply chain performance using key Lean Six Sigma metrics.
- Lead Lean Six Sigma projects aimed at achieving supply chain optimization and cost reduction.
This course is ideal for:
- Logistics and Supply Chain Managers.
- Procurement and Purchasing Managers.
- Operations and Production Managers.
- Quality Assurance and Control.
- Engineers and Manufacturing Leaders.
- Project Managers.
Course Schedule & Fees
- Kuala Lumpur
- Singapore
- Amsterdam
- Online
- Course Fees
This course will take place in Kuala Lumpur on the following dates:
| 05/05/2025 | 19/05/2025 | 02/06/2025 | 16/06/2025 |
| 30/06/2025 | 14/07/2025 | 28/07/2025 | 11/08/2025 |
| 25/08/2025 | 08/09/2025 | 22/09/2025 | 06/10/2025 |
| 27/10/2025 | 10/11/2025 | 24/11/2025 | 08/12/2025 |
| 22/12/2025 | 05/01/2026 | 19/01/2026 | 02/02/2026 |
This course will take place in Singapore on the following dates:
| 26/05/2025 | 16/06/2025 | 07/07/2025 | 28/07/2025 |
| 18/08/2025 | 08/09/2025 | 29/09/2025 | 20/10/2025 |
| 10/11/2025 | 01/12/2025 | 22/12/2025 | 12/01/2026 |
| 02/02/2026 | 23/02/2026 |
This course will take place in Amsterdam on the following dates:
| 12/05/2025 | 02/06/2025 | 23/06/2025 | 14/07/2025 |
| 04/08/2025 | 25/08/2025 | 15/09/2025 | 06/10/2025 |
| 27/10/2025 | 17/11/2025 | 08/12/2025 | 29/12/2025 |
| 19/01/2026 | 19/01/2026 |
This course will take place Online the following dates:
| 13/05/2025 | 10/06/2025 | 08/07/2025 | 05/08/2025 |
| 02/09/2025 | 30/09/2025 | 28/10/2025 | 25/11/2025 |
| 23/12/2025 | 20/01/2026 | 17/02/2026 |
| Kuala Lumpur | Singapore | Amsterdam | Online |
| USD$ 3,580 | USD$ 5,600 | USD$ 5,600 | USD$ 1,920 |
