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Using Lean Six Sigma to improve profitability in the food industry
K. M. GARDNER (1). (1) Ingredion, Saline, MI, U.S.A.

Lean Six Sigma is the most widely used continuous improvement strategy in business today. This presentation will illustrate how Lean Six Sigma has been successfully applied in the food industry to lower costs, improve quality and enhance profitability. The basic concepts that form the foundation of Lean Six Sigma will be briefly covered. Subsequently, examples of how Lean Six Sigma has been successfully used to improve processes in both manufacturing and product development will be covered. The examples will illustrate how the variety of continuous improvement tools that are part of Lean Six Sigma can be successfully applied to different types of processes and problems to effectively and efficiently reduce costs, enhance productivity, and improve quality. Lastly, the discussion will conclude with some key considerations for organizations thinking about implementing Lean Six Sigma.

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