CURRENT EVENTS

17April @ 8:00 - 9:00 am PT: Virtual

Mastering Destructive Gauge R&R

In this webinar, Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt Kevin Keller will dive into Destructive Gauge R&R and provide attendees with what they need to know to effectively design and execute a Destructive Gage R&R study. Ideal for those engaged in Measurement System Analysis, such as quality assurance professionals and engineers, the webinar aims to enhance understanding and application of Destructive Gage R&R principles. (AME@SD Members: Free compliments of MoreSteam)

18April @ 8:00 - 9:00 am PT: Virtual

Building meaningful employment environments

Fundamental forces such as population demographics and shifting societal attitudes are changing the nature of work and the relationships between people and their employment environments. This is particularly obvious within front- line team members who now expect to be treated with dignity and expect to perform work that is meaningful. While nobody knows for certain how work will evolve into the future, we do know that organizational cultures and leadership strategies will also modernize as we connect the roles and relationships of people within our organizations.(AME@SD Members: Free compliments of TrailPaths)

22April @ 1:00 - 2:00pm: Virtual

Encouraging employee engagement with lean leadership behaviors: Session #2

“The Science of Workforce Engagement” is based on the scientific application of sound theories of human behavior, leadership, and workplace needs. Applying "the science" will fuel the “engagement system” and its seven subsystems allowing each person to perform to their maximum, thus becoming the best version of themselves at work. The manifestation that science is being applied is how the organization uses PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act), the 4CoE (Four Competencies of Execution), and the Six Questions of Continuous Improvement in all activities. (AME@SD Members: FREE compliments of SEA Lean Network)

02May @ 8:00 - 12:00pm: In-Person

Lean Office at Costco Wholesale Industries  

Costco invites AME Consortium members to join to learn about lean applications in the office. Participants will be provided with a brief introduction to Costco Wholesale Industries followed by a review of two lean office simulations.  Following the discussion, participants will receive a tour of the distribution warehouse. The event will conclude with a facilitated debrief session and lunch - feedback is welcome!

15May @ 8:00 am: Virtual

Harnessing Process Modeling For Lean Transformations

Join us for an engaging webinar as we explore how Medtronic leverages MoreSteam's process modeling tool, Process Playground, to drive lean transformations on its production lines. Discover how their approach to process improvement has enabled them to enhance product quality, labor efficiency, and lead time in the production of critical medical devices. (AME@SD Members Free: Compliments of MoreSteam)

28May - 31May: In-Person

Engage the workforce of the future and tune up workforce commitment in Music City, USA!

We're back and in person on May 28-31, 2024, in Nashville, Tennessee, for the return of the Southeastern Region annual lean summit! This year, the summit is all about engaging the workforce of the future. Each participant will be able to network with other lean practitioners and learn and grow by seeing up to three exemplary examples of lean at the gemba in healthcare, manufacturing and office environments. Two keynote presentations, multiple workshops and tours will inspire and teach participants how to engage and develop their people, solve problems in their workplace and drive continuous improvement in their business. This summit is ideal for all levels of operations, continuous improvement professionals and front line leaders. (AME@SD Members: $995 compliments of AME)

6June @ 9:00 - 11:00 am: Virtual

Leader Standard Work: Creating your new leadership routine

As the whirlwind takes over our day, we quickly lose control of our priorities. Once we fall into firefighting mode, our ability to improve and sustain processes and activities becomes secondary. This is where Leader Standard Work (LSW) comes into play. LSW is the foundation for creating new leadership habits that will allow you to spend more time listening to your team, developing your team’s problem-solving abilities, and sustaining improvements. (AME@SD Members: Free compliments of AME)

28 Oct - 31 Oct: In-Person

CONNECT. EVOLVE. TRANSFORM. at the 40th anniversary of the AME International Conference in Atlanta, Georgia!

This unique annual event is a platform for learning and sharing, led by practitioners for practitioners, bringing together continuous improvement professionals from the front office to the front lines from every industry and corner of the earth. See excellence in action on local tours and engage with fellow continuous improvement practitioners during presentations and interactive sessions. Hear from inspiring keynote speakers, grow your professional network and engage in educational workshops.