Resources for Operational Excellence

Advanced Root Cause Analysis for Quality and Process Experts

July 1, 2025

Learn how to build process models, a digital twin of your workflow, to pilot and stress test process improvements before implementation.

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Blog

In Praise of Unglamorous Activities

Glamorous jobs steal the spotlight, but unglamorous work keeps the world running. Discover the vital role of process improvement in maintaining quality.

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Blog

Lean Practices that Foster "Above the Line" Thinking

Alan Goodman partnered with MoreSteam to create the first-ever lean summer camp for middle and high school students.

Quality Time with MoreSteam Podcast

Podcast

Quality Time Podcast: Behavior Is the Lean Advantage with Drew Locher

On this episode of Quality Time with MoreSteam, two time Shingo Prize winner Drew Locher joins the show. Drew believes that eighty percent of continuous improvement is behavioral, so he urges you to create a safe workspace, avoid blame and shame, and keep every change tied to a clear purpose. Listen and find out how Lean thinking and inspired leadership can drive operational excellence.

Case Study

Exploring the Evolution of Continuous Improvement

German professor shares how companies across the world are adapting to constant change.

Webinar

Making It Work: A Story of Improvement at CDOT

A team at the Colorado Department of Transportation has leveraged employee talent across the agency to help foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Webinar

The Evolution of Operational Excellence at USPS

This free webinar will give an insight into how Jewelyn Harrington and her team implemented and sustained operational excellence initiatives into their organization, USPS. It'll cover lessons learned, best practices for leadership and training, and offer strategies for building problem-solving capability in a large organization.

A Review of "A Better DMAIC"

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Why the Most Critical Phase is Often the Most Overlooked

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Using Modeling to Teach Lean Six Sigma & DMAIC

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Quality Time Podcast: Leadership, Coaching, and Lean Tailgating with Ken Robinette

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Blended Learning Keeps Classroom Productive

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Better Methods to Learn Better Methods

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Process Modeling Produces Transformational Recipe for Success

Case Study

Process Modeling Produces Transformational Recipe for Success

Through data analysis and Lean thinking, operational excellence team Service Physics used EngineRoom's Process Playground to optimize one pizza maker's pizza-making process.

Lindsay Van Dyne

Lindsay Van Dyne

4 min
Process Modeling Fuels Operational Excellence in High-Stakes Industry

Case Study

Process Modeling Fuels Operational Excellence in High-Stakes Industry

Learn how Medtronic leveraged Process Playground to successfully identify and address sources of variation in their production process.

Ryan Magnuson

Ryan Magnuson

6 min
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Case Study

A Voyage of Continuous Improvement at Mercy Ships

Chris Gresens shares his journey of using MoreSteam training to help transform processes and foster a culture of improvement as the Director of Continuous Improvement at Mercy Ships.

MoreSteam

MoreSteam

4 min

Master Series

Introduction to Process Modeling for Data-Driven Lean Design

Learn how to build process models, a digital twin of your workflow, to pilot and stress test process improvements before implementation.

Lars Maaseidvaag

Lars Maaseidvaag

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Blog

The Next Essential Tool for Root Cause Analysis

Root cause analysis is evolving. Learn how machine learning enhances traditional RCA tools to uncover hidden causes, predict failures, and drive proactive improvement.

Lindsay Van Dyne

Lindsay Van Dyne

4 min
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Blog

Best Process Modeling Tools of 2025

Compare the best process modeling tools and discover how Process Playground stands out with powerful features like discrete event simulation, as well as unmatched functionality, accessibility, and affordability.

MoreSteam

MoreSteam

5 min

Project Management

New to Lean Six Sigma

Data Analysis & Statistics

Leadership & Culture

OpEx Field Notes

Process Modeling

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Lean Six Sigma Resources for Continuous Improvement and Operational Excellence

Welcome to MoreSteam's Lean Six Sigma Resource Library—a curated hub of content for professionals focused on process improvement, operational excellence, and continuous learning. Whether you're starting your Lean Six Sigma journey or advancing an enterprise-wide initiative, this page offers a diverse collection of tools and insights to help you solve problems and drive measurable impact.

Explore expert-led webinars, in-depth case studies, white papers, blogs, and podcasts—all designed to help you apply Lean Six Sigma principles in real-world settings. Learn how organizations across industries are using tools like value stream mapping and root cause analysis to reduce waste and improve quality. From foundational concepts to emerging trends in AI and digital transformation, these Lean Six Sigma resources support your growth as a problem-solver and leader in operational excellence. Whether you're looking for inspiration, training, or tactical guidance, the MoreSteam Resource Library is your go-to destination.

Many of these Lean Six Sigma resources also feature tools developed by MoreSteam, such as EngineRoom for data analysis and TRACtion for project tracking. Whether you're validating a process map or leading a team through DMAIC, these OpEx resources provide practical support for continuous improvement.

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