The document provides information about a Lean Six Sigma for IT conference that will take place December 1-4, 2009 in Arlington, VA. The conference will provide training on applying Lean Six Sigma methodology to improve IT processes. Attendees will learn techniques like DMAIC, project selection strategies, change management, and combining Six Sigma with ITIL. Speakers will present on case studies implementing Lean Six Sigma for IT. The conference offers 18 CPE credits and an optional yellow belt certification on December 1-2.

1. Lean Six Sigma for IT
Earn up to 18
CPE Credits
Improve the December 3-4, 2009 | Arlington, VA
Optional Pre-Conference Yellow Belt Certification December 1-2, 2009
Quality and
Efficiency You Will Learn To:
of Your IT Unlock the Potential of Lean Six Sigma for IT
Discover innovative solutions to link Lean Six Sigma to the information technology
Processes functions of your organization
through Lean Transform and Streamline your IT Processes
Incorporate Six Sigma methodology into your current business systems and align
Six Sigma with your strategic plan
Discuss the Advantages of Linking Six Sigma and ITIL Together
Understand the difference between the two approaches and discover the benefits
of combining ITIL and Six Sigma together
Develop Top-Line Business Results for Increased Productivity
Identify and execute critical Six Sigma developments and learn how they can be
applied to drive success in your IT function
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2. For organizations to consistently improve their performance, it is critical that the people
doing the work have the skills and tools necessary to apply their knowledge to the
improvement process. The goal of this course is to provide professionals with techniques
to continuously improve individual and team work by contributing effective solutions
in problem solving projects.
Yellow belt recipients will leave the workshop with the tools necessary to:
Apply Support Document Work Complete
learned techniques the identification “best practices” to ensure the a work related
to help make of improvement in a manner that gains of successful project
improvement in opportunities will enable them to projects are
the daily work of through a team be disseminated maintained
your function area problem solving throughout the
by collecting data, process organization
applying the tools
and using the
problem solving
process
who should attend:
CIO, CTO Systems Architects
IT Director’s Business Analysts
VP’s Performance Improvement Managers
IT Managers System Analysts
Assistant Directors Senior Project Managers
Information Technology Specialists Deployment Leader / Champion
IT Specialists
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3. Lean Six Sigma for IT
white belt certification
December 1, 2009
8:00 12:00
Workshop Registration and Continental Breakfast Lunch
9:00 1:00
Welcome Remarks and Introductions
Manage the Lean Six Sigma Project
Streamline Lean Six Sigma and project
Introduction to Lean Six Sigma management strategies
History and background of Lean and Apply measurement tools to evaluate projects
Six Sigma (LSS) and objectives
Outcomes of LSS
Core concepts and goals of LSS 2:30
Break
LSS infrastructure
The DMAIC methodology 2:45
Define
10:30 Define problem
Break
Define improvement goal
10:45 Initiation of process mapping process (SIPOC)
DMAIC-Pizza Service Simulation Select team
Prioritizes improvement opportunities Create project plan
and countermeasures
Draft project charter
Provides for a thorough analysis of
the opportunity 3:30
Establishes a consistent approach Summary & Daily Wrap Up
Enhances employee development 4:00
and motivation White Belt Workshop Adjourns
Implementation and Deployment Strategy
Develop strategies and objectives
for deployment
Incorporate Six Sigma into organizational
business strategy
Identify key focus areas and change
management processes
Create flexibility and responsiveness in
your organization
top five reasons to attend:
Learn the Value Improve the Enhance the Earn Your Lean Unleash the
of Lean Six Sigma Results of your Quality and Six Sigma Yellow Full Power of
and its Ability Organization by Timeliness of Belt Certification Information
to Transform IT Combining Six Your IT Processes Technology Using
Processes Sigma and ITIL through Six Sigma this Customized
Six Sigma
Methodology
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4. yellow belt certification Lean Six Sigma for IT
December 2, 2009
8:30 12:00
Continental Breakfast Lunch
9:00 1:00
Measure Focus on Projects
Baseline the current process Charter
Address “low-hanging fruit” Stakeholder analysis
Confirm customer CTQs Communication plan
Determine current performance baseline Process map
Stratify data Cause and effect
FMEA
Analyze Solution matrix
Gather causal data WBS/schedule
Determine & validate root causes Control plan
Identify a solution to combat root causes
2:30
Break
10:30
Break
2:45
10:45 Review/Questions
Improve
Identify countermeasures 3:15
Perform cost/ benefit analysis Exam
Design improved process
Develop scorecards 4:00
Yellow Belt Workshop Adjourns
Pizza Service Simulation Two & Control
Report scorecard data
Create process control plan
Identify replication opportunities
Develop future plans
“Excellent demonstrations of applying lean Six
Sigma to software developments”
Michael DiCrescio,
Adelphi University
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5. Lean Six Sigma for IT
day one
December 3, 2009
8:30
Conference Registration & Continental Breakfast
9:00
keynote address
Maximize Outcomes and Improve Processes by Integrating Lean Six Sigma and
Information Technology
Many companies are now faced with consolidations and market share growth opportunities if they
can improve their operations quickly to free up cash and move forward faster. The proven model for
deploying a successful process improvement initiative is to drive it from the top down. Listen to an
industry-recognized leader in process improvement and project management as they discuss best
practices for Six Sigma deployment in your IT department and how you can sustain the gains and
achieve maximum ROI.
Dr. Frank Anbari, PMP®
Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Drexel University
10:00
Networking Break & Refreshments
10:15
Make Lean Six Sigma Your Own: An Integration of the Methodology into your Current
Business Systems
Integrate Lean Six Sigma initiatives into your overall strategic plan
Improve continuity between business and IT through shared vision
Reduce redundancy in IT initiatives through standardization
Daniel Zucker, PMP®
Six Sigma Master Black Belt, The Operari Group
11:15
Understand the Value of Lean Six Sigma: Transforming IT and Software Processes
Discover how to implement specialized tools which can be adapted to handle IT processes
Learn how to effectively analyze and determine the root causes of poor IT performance through
effective project management
Develop skills to utilize Six Sigma’s DMAIC process to implement corrective actions based on
empirical evidence
Dr. Frank Anbari, PMP®
Six Sigma Master Black Belt, Drexel University
“Presenters offered practical information
that I can apply.”
Patric Poole,
Omaha Public Power District
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6. day one Lean Six Sigma for IT
December 3, 2009
12:15
Lunch Break
1:15
Project Selection: Utilize Project Management to Select Projects for
Six Sigma Deployment
Learn the latest project management strategies and how to incorporate them into your Six Sigma
deployment
Canvas critical project selection strategies and understand how to select the right projects for your
organization
Integrate proven project management techniques into Six Sigma projects
Daniel Zucker, PMP®
Six Sigma Master Black Belt, The Operari Group
2:30
Networking Break & Refreshments
2:45
Lessons Learned from Implementing Six Sigma to an Internal IT System
Listen to an experienced professional discuss his hands-on experience dealing with implementing
Six Sigma to Internal IT Systems within their offices
Learn the difficulties and roadblocks that appeared and how they were handled
Find out what recommendations they have for businesses and offices who are in the early, middle or
late stages of implementation
Karl Williams
MAC Consulting, LSS Master Black Belt
4:00
Adjourn
“Good combination of examples, experiences and
exercises used.”
Pamela Stender,
Eclipse Inc.
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7. Lean Six Sigma for IT
day two
December 4, 2009
8:30
Conference Registration & Continental Breakfast
9:00
Change Management: Deal with the Most Challenging Aspect of Lean
Six Sigma Deployment
Addressing change management is arguable the most difficult barrier organizations face while
deploying Lean Six Sigma. Being able to understand exactly what change management means is vital
for the success of Lean Six Sigma. During this keynote address you will learn how you can covert the
volumes of change management theory into practical, easily applied strategies as well as discover why
these applied strategies are so critical to sustained Six Sigma success. Case studies will be presented
to illustrate the strategic and tactical approaches discussed.
Ronald D. Snee, PhD
President, Snee Associates, LLC
10:15
Break & Refreshments
10:30
Migrate from the Waterfall to Lean Development Models
Discover how HP migrated its LaserJet FW development team from a waterfall development model
to stage-gate development to a lean development model
Learn what prompted each transition and discuss the changes that were necessary for each transition
Understand the productivity improvements achieved along with other benefits
Bret Dodd
R&D Director, Engineering Services, Imaging & Printing Group, Hewlett-Packard Company
12:00
Lunch Break
“Will apply the many take-aways that will
positiviely impact our organization”
Isabel Rink,
Mills Peninsula Health Services
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8. day two Lean Six Sigma for IT
December 4, 2009
1:00
Combine Six Sigma and ITIL: Can They Be Used Together Effectively?
Understand the difference between the two approaches used to improve IT service management
Learn how these two approaches can be highly complementary to each other and used in combination to
effectively improve your business process
Discover the advantages and benefits of using ITIL and Six Sigma together
David Bigio
Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Director of Undergraduate Studies, University of Maryland
2:00
Break & Refreshments
2:15
Innovation and Lean Six Sigma’s Role in the Process
Understand that the economy is based upon innovation and growth and Lean gives you the ability to move
faster in all facets of business
Discuss the under-emphasized importance of risk management within any innovation efforts
Reward & Recognition: the most important (and often forgotten) last step
Amanda M. Warfield, PMP®
Sr. Program Manager – Energy & Utilities, Sherpa Consulting, LLC.
3:00
Conference Adjourns
“These conferences have been great
in attracting some very interesting and impressive
keynotes.”
Donna Harrigan,
Arrow Electronics
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9. Lean Six Sigma for IT
Logistics & Registration
Venue and Hotel: CPE Credits
Lean Six Sigma for IT will be held at The Performance Delivery Method: Group-live
Institute Training Center in Arlington, VA, just one Program Level: Beginner
block east of the Courthouse Metro stop on the Prerequisites: None
Orange Line. A public parking garage is located Advanced Preparation: None
inside of the building. CPE Credits: 18
The American Strategic Management Institute (ASMI) is registered with
The Performance Institute Training Center the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a
sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry
1515 N. Courthouse Rd., Suite 600 of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority
Arlington, VA 22201 on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints
877-992-9521 regarding sponsors may be addressed to the National Registry of
CPE Sponsors, 150 Fourth Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37219-2417.
Website: www.nasba.org.
A limited number of rooms have been reserved at
the Arlington Rosslyn Courtyard by Marriott at the
prevailing rate of $233 until November 3, 2009.
Please call the hotel directly for reservations and
reference code “Lean Six Sigma for IT.” The hotel Cancellation Policy
is conveniently located three blocks from the For live events: ASMI will provide a full refund less $399 administration
Rosslyn Metro station. Please ask the hotel about fee for cancellations four weeks before the event. If cancellation occurs
within two weeks prior to conference start date, no refund will be issued.
a complimentary shuttle that is also available for Registrants who fail to attend and do not cancel prior to the event will be
your convenience. charged the entire registration fee.
All the cancellation requests need to be made online. Your confirmation
Arlington Rosslyn Courtyard by Marriott email contains links to modify or cancel registrations. Please note that the
1533 Clarendon Blvd. cancellation is not final until you receive a written confirmation.
Arlington, VA 22209 Payment must be secured prior to the conference. If payment is not
Phone: 703-528-2222 / 1-800-321-2211 received by the conference start date, a method of payment must
be presented at the time of registration in order to guarantee your
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Quality Assurance
Tuition & Group Discounts: ASMI strives to provide you with the most productive and effective
educational experience possible. If after completing the course you feel
The tuition rate for Lean Six Sigma for IT is there is some way we can improve, please write your comments on the
as follows: evaluation form provided upon your arrival. Should you feel dissatisfied
with your learning experience and wish to request a credit or refund, please
Offerings Early Bird Regular Rate submit it in writing no later than 10 business days after the end of the
training to: ASMI: Corporate Headquarters; 805 15th Street NW, 3rd Floor;
Conference only $1199 $1399 Washington, D.C. 20005
Pre-Conference $899 $999 Note: As speakers are confirmed six months before the event, some
Yellow Belt speaker changes or topic changes may occur in the program. ASMI is not
responsible for speaker changes, but will work to ensure a comparable
Certification speaker is located to participate in the program.
Conference and $2099 $2399 If for any reason ASMI decides to cancel this conference, ASMI
Certification accepts no responsibility for covering airfare, hotel or other costs incurred
by registrants, including delegates, sponsors and guests.
* For the Early Bird rate, register before
Discounts
September 24, 2009.
• All ‘Early Bird’ Discounts must require payment at time of registration and
For more information on group discounts for before the cut-off date in order to receive any discount.
Lean Six Sigma for IT please contact David Yerks • Any discounts offered whether by ASMI (including team discounts) must
also require payment at the time of registration.
at 858-866-9381 or email him at • All discount offers cannot be combined with any other offer.
David.Yerks@ASMIweb.com • Discounts cannot be applied retroactively
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10. Lean Six Sigma for IT
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