Application of Lean/Six Sigma to Inventory Management

Description:

This session is a comprehensive approach to understanding Lean Management System concepts, processes, tools, and their application to improving inventory management in the health care supply chain.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the basics of Lean Management and Six Sigma as continuous improvement tools.
• Describe the DMAIC model and how to incorporate LSS into inventory management improvement projects.
• Identify a variety of LSS tools and templates and apply them to supply chain improvement activities.
• Select and adapt LSS improvement tools across the DMAIC processes.

Presenter:

• Mark Fontaine-Westhart — Sr. Director of Purchased Services and Non-Clinical Contracting, Dignity Health