Intro to Lean Management and Six Sigma

Date: Wednesday, 27^th of August 2025

Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm

Location: The Voluntary Sector Gateway West Lothian office, 20-22 King Street, Bathgate EH48 1AX

Join us for our exciting new workshop that will provide participants with a comprehensive introduction to Lean Six Sigma principles, tools, and methodologies.

Designed for individuals and teams seeking to improve process efficiency, quality, and customer satisfaction, the course equips learners with the foundational knowledge to identify waste, reduce variation, and drive continuous improvement using structured problem-solving frameworks such as DMAIC. Through practical examples and tools, participants will explore how Lean and Six Sigma complement each other to deliver measurable business results.

What Will Be Covered?

• Overview of Lean Six Sigma - Understand the evolution, purpose, and benefits of Lean Six Sigma in modern organisations.
• Identifying Value and Waste - Learn to distinguish between value-added and non-value-added activities, and identify the 8 wastes using real-world examples.
• Mapping and Analysing Processes - Use tools such as SIPOC and Value Stream Mapping to visualise processes and uncover inefficiencies.
• The DMAIC Improvement Cycle - Explore each phase of the Define, Measure, Analyse, Improve, and Control model for structured problem-solving.
• Measurement Systems and Variation - Learn about process variables, sources of variation, and how to apply statistical thinking to improve process capability.
• Quality and Root Cause Analysis Tools - Apply tools such as Fishbone Diagrams, the 5 Whys, Pareto Charts, and Control Charts to identify and eliminate root causes of problems.

Benefits of Attending

By participating in this programme, attendees will:

• Gain a practical understanding of Lean Six Sigma principles and how they apply to real-world process improvement
• Develop problem-solving skills using proven methodologies such as DMAIC, SIPOC, and root cause analysis tools
• Enhance process visibility through tools like value stream mapping and process flowcharting
• Identify and eliminate waste to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase customer satisfaction
• Build confidence in using data to drive decision-making and manage variation
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement within their team or organisation
• Lay the foundation for advanced Lean Six Sigma training (e.g., Yellow Belt, Green Belt)

Lunch will be provided during the session.

This is free to attend for West Lothian businesses.

Please fill in the form below to book your space! Please note a maximum of 2 places can be booked per business.