The word “Pareto” has been effectively turned into a buzzword in the business world today. Managers will often request that employees “Pareto” data for a presentation, and in many cases, employees will confuse a Pareto chart with a standard bar…
In recent years, there has been increasing debate surrounding the effectiveness of Lean Six Sigma. So, is Lean Six Sigma still relevant today, or is it just a business buzzword of the past? To answer this question simply… Yes, Lean…
When I graduated from college, I wasn’t entirely sure what process engineering was. If you feel this way too, keep reading to learn everything you need to know about what it means to be a process engineer! Key Takeaways ✔️…
Do you find yourself in constant meetings or working on endless Excel spreadsheets meant to provide clarity on what is happening in your business? If so, you’re not alone. This is an issue that exists today throughout many companies and…
College can be a stressful, overwhelming time. Balancing a heavy workload with your life outside of class can be extremely difficult. That’s why self-help books can be extremely beneficial to help you master your habits and productivity. There are so…
Measurement data is extremely important for any business. Decisions are constantly made based on measurements. Therefore, it is critical that all data is accurate. Many people are aware of the possibility of human error when taking a measurement, but people…
If you’ve worked with any piece of technology, you will know how complicated they can be, especially if there is an issue with them. Imagine if you had a car without a check engine light or a cellphone without a…
No matter what industry you work in, you’ve likely experienced a situation where you need to create a new process or product in order to meet a customer’s requirements. Doing so is not an easy task so it can be…
Lead time has become more and more important to the average person with the growth of online retail. As large online businesses—like Amazon—grow, consumers have come to expect orders to arrive quickly. Therefore, the effects of long lead times are…
If you asked everyone around you if they have enough time in the day to accomplish everything they want to, I guarantee they will all say no. Time stress is ultimately one of the largest issues that we deal with…
