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May 12, 2017

Free tips for success at online examinations

On Friday 5th May last, I sat and passed the ASQ six sigma online black belt examination. Prior to sitting the online exam, I was concerned about the loss of pencil and paper scribble functionality during…

April 30, 2017

The impact of Lean on order entry

This neat little 5 min case study demonstrates very clearly the benefits of the lean approach in the office. Enjoy!

April 11, 2017

JMP online seminar: 25th April 2017

Join JMP data experts Ian Cox and Robert Anderson for a complimentary seminar introducing statistical modelling and exploring how to apply the concept effectively. Link to register for the 3-hour seminar.

March 3, 2017

ISPE facility of the year (FOYA) 2017 – Abbott Longford

Congratulations to Abbott Longford, who were recently awarded ISPE facility of the year 2017. In 2012, the “Operational Excellence” project was initiated at Abbott, with the objective of creating a sustainable continuous improvement culture which…

February 15, 2017

Future in pharmaceuticals conference: 22nd February 2017 Croke Park (Dublin)

This year’s theme is energy efficiency in the Irish pharmaceutical, medical & chemical manufacturing sector. Attendees will include who are responsible for the energy efficiency, environmental policies and financial performance of their operation within Ireland.…

January 2, 2017

How to change a culture: Lessons from the Toyota/GM collaboration 

In 1983 Toyota hired John Shook to head up its joint venture with General Motors, to be based in California. GM wanted to wanted to put an idle plant and work force back on line. Toyota faced…