Dennis Kelley
“I have been fortunate to be able to work with some great companies and people. Being able to teach the importance of operating within a system that continuously improves in every aspect of the business is very rewarding. Doing so has led me to the most important thing that drives me to do this work, […]
Part 1/2: Five Action Tips to Slay the Data Monster in 2023
SOLUTION AREA: Operational Excellence
In a world where information is captured, analyzed and distributed at the speed of light, data can be your best
friend—or your worst enemy. In the first of our two-part data-focused series, “Five Action Tips to Slay the Data Monster in 2023,” the CBS team looks at how (and you’re your organization can leverage data to develop better business insight, maintain greater productivity and achieve significantly higher profits.
Part 2/2: The Pareto Chart — A Powerful Partner in Data Management
SOLUTION AREA: Operational Excellence
When it comes to business processes, the Pareto Principle tells it like it is: roughly 80% of outcomes are the product of 20% of causes. In the second half of our two-part series, “The Pareto Chart — A Powerful Partner in Data Management,” the CBS team looks at how the daily observation of causes and outcomes can lead to more effective analysis and problem-solving.
The Art of the Possible: Using Capability Modeling to Drive Business Change
Based on proven CBS methodology, this valuable summary will help you build a three-phase capability model that clearly demonstrates what Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) can be improved and how to achieve operational excellence.
5 Keys To Successful Business Transformation
Organizational transformation is a continuous journey. The destination is the pursuit of perfection. Transformations require commitment, time and effort from all levels of the organization. Most companies begin the transformation process with the end in mind–improved performance, cost savings and engaged workforce … but, have they built a strong foundation to ensure success?
Read on to find out the key components that can help ensure successful change.
The Fifth “S” and Why It Should Be the First…
“Stick Rate” is a term often used to describe the ability of a change to a process to remain in place over time. There is no more evident and frustrating example of this than when companies attempt to implement a 5S program. Anyone in the manufacturing sector that has experienced a 5S program rollout will […]
Bob Morin
“Bringing a team together and watching them build confidence while problem-solving solutions is extremely rewarding… this has always been so satisfying and continues to drive me. When we start seeing waste as the enemy, we begin to foster a consciousness of continuous improvement.” 01 Industry Experience Consumer Products Aerospace & Defense Medical Device Industrial Products […]
Utilization of Business Diagnostic to Help Launch/Accelerate Your Improvement Strategy
Many companies that are looking to start a Continuous Improvement program know that they need to drive improvement but are unsure of where to start.
Creating Flow Through Receiving Inspection
Overview A CBS client manufactures machined assemblies in the aerospace and defense industry. The receiving function was creating a significant bottleneck in the operation and causing delays at multiple points in the production process. The solution required input from several functions and needed to overcome multiple process challenges to be effective and sustainable. CBS recommended […]
Shifting from Firefighting vs. Problem Solving
It is common for organizations to run into the everyday routines with the same problems affecting production, processes, or services, and learn to cope and live with them for months or even years. Ever ask yourself how your organization got there in the first place? Even more important, is there a way out of this […]