Listen "Harmonizing Efficiency with Kevin Keller"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, host Dan Swartwout strikes a chord with Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Kevin Keller. It's a dynamic deep dive into the world of process improvement! Kevin hits all the right notes as he shares insights from his corporate career and his encore as a consultant, teacher, and coach. As a frequent headliner at MoreSteam's monthly webinars, Kevin covers topics that will have you humming along to the tune of operational excellence. Together, Kevin and Dan explore topics such as: Statistical Hypothesis Testing: Making data-driven decisions that hit all the right beats to improve processes. Control Charts: Keeping quality in harmony and reducing variability. Response Surface Methodology: Orchestrating product performance through systematic experimentation. Understanding Variability: Why hitting the right tempo in reducing variability is key to operational success. With practical examples and real-world applications, this episode is music to the ears of anyone interested in process improvement, statistics, and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Tune in for an engaging conversation that makes complex statistical concepts accessible and actionable. And don't miss how Kevin's hall-of-fame career in barbershop music has shaped his approach to teamwork and continuous improvement – because when it comes to process excellence, it's all about finding the perfect harmony! In this episode, you will hear about: 1:24 - Meet Kevin 2:26 - How Kevin got involved in Lean Six Sigma 3:58 - How Kevin got involved with MoreSteam 5:30 - Consulting work as a Master Black Belt 7:00 - How Kevin uses continuous improvement principles in his personal life 8:26 - The MoreSteam webinars hosted by Kevin 10:23 - Improving operations by understanding variability in manufacturing processes 15:10 - What is CPK 16:20 - Statistical hypothesis testing and its role in process improvement 17:54 - Simplifying statistical concepts to make statistical insights more impactful 21:44 - The importance of valid statistical inferences in business decision making 24:13 - The skill of communicating as a Master Black Belt 25:32 - How control charts assist in maintaining process quality 31:30 - Response surface methodology 34:41 - Kevin's hall of fame career in Barbershop music Additional Resources: Kevin Keller on LinkedIn MoreSteam's Webinars Kevin Keller's November 20, 2024 Webinar Kevin Keller's December 18, 2024 Webinar MoreSteam's Website Subscribe to MoreSteam's Newsletter MoreSteam on LinkedIn MoreSteam's YouTube Channel Dan Swartwout on LinkedIn Subscribe to Quality Time With MoreSteam Apple Podcasts Spotify Amazon Music YouTube iHeart
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