tl;dr: Most “Lean Six Sigma” programs teach a thin layer of Lean tools on top of a heavily Six Sigma-centric curriculum. If you want real Lean thinking, culture, and leadership, this format rarely delivers it. I had a conversation recently with a healthcare quality leader about her excitement about Lean. She said she wanted to learn more about Lean and get certified in the approach. She then added, “I thought I’d get Lean Sigma certified, … Continue reading Why “Lean Six Sigma” Usually Delivers More Six Sigma Than Lean