Lean Six Sigma certifications are structured into belt levels, each representing a different level of expertise: Yellow Belt, Green Belt, Black Belt, and Master Black Belt. These certifications are ...

After a successful use of lean processes to streamline its emergency department throughput, Cincinnati-based TriHealth executives got interested in imbedding lean processes elsewhere in the system.

Plastics manufacturer involves suppliers and customers in lean training program. Since 2000 McClarin Plastics Inc. has increased its revenue five times while keeping plant-floor space at a minimum.

More than 1,000 employees have received introductory training in the principles, while nearly 65 have pursued a more in-depth, 14-week course to earn their green belt in Lean Six Sigma methodologies.