Announcing IVT's Developing and Deploying Lean Six Sigma Practices in the Life Sciences Industry Conference.ISELIN, N.J. -- The Institute of Validation Technology, a division of Advanstar Communications, has announced its Developing and Deploying Lean Six Sigma Lean Six Sigma is a business improvement methodology which combines (as the name implies) tools from both Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. Lean manufacturing focuses on speed and traditional Six Sigma focuses on quality. By combining the two, the result is better quality faster. Practices in the Life Sciences Industry conference. Developing and Deploying Lean Six Sigma (www.sixsigmaevent.com) will take place from December 3-5, 2007 at the Hyatt Regency at Penn's Landing Penn's Landing is the waterfront area of the Center City along the Delaware River section of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It is so named since the founder of Pennsylvania, William Penn, was storied to have first docked here in 1682. in Philadelphia, PA. Presentations and case studies from industry leaders such as Abbott Vascular, Pfizer, Merck, Wyeth, Boston Scientific The Boston Scientific Corporation (NYSE: BSX) (abbreviated BSC), is a worldwide developer, manufacturer and marketer of medical devices whose products are used in a range of interventional medical specialties, including interventional cardiology, peripheral interventions, Costa Rica Costa Rica (kŏs`tə rē`kə), officially Republic of Costa Rica, republic (2005 est. pop. 4,016,000), 19,575 sq mi (50,700 sq km), Central America. , and Baxter Healthcare will be featured. The conference will feature a keynote address keynote address n. An opening address, as at a political convention, that outlines the issues to be considered. Also called keynote speech. Noun 1. on DuPont's Six Sigma Deployment- Experiences and Recommended Practices from a Fortune 100 Company by Steven P. Bailey, Ph.D., Principal Consultant, DuPont Engineering and Research Technology on Tuesday, December 4th at 1 PM. Another keynote on Project Selection- the Achilles Heel of Lean Six Sigma by Ronald D. Snee, Ph.D., Principal and Lean Six Sigma Initiative Leader, Tunnell Consulting, will commence on Monday, December 3rd at 1:30 PM. Both Dr. Bailey and Dr. Snee are respected thought leaders and authors in the area of Lean Six Sigma. According to Ronald D. Snee, Ph.D. of Tunnell Consulting, "Lean Six Sigma is a proven approach to improvement in life sciences as well as many other industries. This conference is a must attend event! It has something for everyone working on the improvement of life sciences processes and organizations; useful case studies and guidance from leading experts from a variety of successful companies." Developing and Deploying Lean Six Sigma will consist of beginner and advanced tracks targeting all levels of Six Sigma knowledge. Additionally, 15 case studies will be offered, with topics covered including: Lean Six Sigma for the Validation Lifecycle, Improving Manufacturing Cycle Times, Integration Strategies for Lean Six Sigma, Using Six Sigma Tools for Supply Chain Optimization Supply Chain Optimization is the application of processes and tools to ensure the optimal operation of a manufacturing and distribution supply chain. This includes the optimal placement of inventory within the supply chain, minimizing operating costs (including manufacturing costs, , and more. For more information on this conference or to register, please visit www.sixsigmaevent.com, or contact Advanstar's Customer Service Department at 888-524-9922 (U.S. only) or 218-740-7028. About IVT IVT intravenous transfusion. The Institute of Validation Technology (IVT) is dedicated to expanding the global knowledge base for validation/compliance professionals in FDA-regulated industries. Through publications, conferences, and other informational products, IVT stands alone in its quest to continually advance validation technology and practice, as well as help assure FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. compliance. |
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