About this Presentation
In an era of continuous improvement with overlapping methodologies it is important to understand where there is agreement and where there are differences. A seamless, mistake proof approach is what the customer desires for sustained bottom line improvements. This informative session will provide an understanding of key differences between TOC and lean / six sigma and the negative effects that can exist when misalignments are not recognized.
What Will You Learn
To help you get the most value from this session, we’ve highlighted a few key points. These takeaways capture the main ideas and practical insights from the presentation, making it easier for you to review, reflect, and apply what you’ve learned.
The speaker emphasizes the importance of integrating TOC, Lean and Six Sigma methodologies for organizational improvement, pointing out that many organizations may already be using some aspects of these methodologies.
The speaker discusses the importance of strategic planning and having a clear vision for the future, emphasizing that organizations need to have an aligned strategy and understand their current state before they can effectively implement these methodologies.
The speaker also discusses the importance of focusing improvement efforts where they will have the most impact on fast, bottom line results, and underscores the importance of understanding the differences and synergies between TOC, Lean and Six Sigma.
Instructor(s)
Suzan Bergland
Ms Alka Wadhwa
Alka Wadhwa is an experienced consultant and process improvement expert with over 24 years of expertise in the Theory of Constraints (TOC), Lean Six Sigma, and organizational performance optimization. She has successfully led projects in healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing, driving significant improvements such as a 67% boost in hospital operations and a 140% increase in outpatient visits.
Previously, Alka Wadhwa spent 17+ years at GE Global Research Center, where she led initiatives to enhance various GE businesses through advanced technologies, process redesign, and system optimization. Founder of Better Solutions Consulting, LLC, she specializes in using TOC, Six Sigma, and data analytics to streamline operations and build high-performance teams.
Her work has earned her multiple accolades, including the Empire State Award of Excellence in healthcare.
Dr Gary Wadhwa
Dr. Gary Wadhwa is a Board Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon with extensive experience in the field. He completed his Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery training at Montefiore Hospital, Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, NY, and has served as an Attending at prestigious institutions like St. Peters Hospitals, Ellis Hospital, and Beth Israel Hospital in NY. With a career spanning over two decades, he was the former CEO and President of a group specialty practice in NY from 1994 to 2015. Dr. Wadhwa holds an MBA from UT at Knoxville, TN, and has undergone additional training in System Dynamics at MIT, Health System Management at Harvard Business School, and Entrepreneurship and healthcare innovations at Columbia Business School. Committed to expanding access to Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery care, he is currently engaged in a meaningful project to provide healthcare services to underserved populations in inner city and rural areas through non-profit Community Health Centers.