Events

Boston, MA | Update on One Health Meeting in Boston
We want to let MLA members and other colleagues from around the world who will be participating in the "One Health: Information in an Interdependent World" meeting in Boston that our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of the Boston Marathon tragedy and their families and friends. We also express our support and concern for our members, colleagues, and others who live and work in the area and thank those who have communicated with us.

MLA is in contact with the meeting hotels who have reported that they are open and are providing help as needed. The John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center is also open. We anticipate no changes with regard to the "One Health" meeting, other than increased security. Members and staff are looking forward to welcoming attendees to the meeting next month and supporting the city of Boston during this difficult time. We will continue to update members and attendees as needed. Please contact us with any questions or concerns.

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Indianapolis, IN, USA 46225 | I will be speaking at 9:15-10:15am on May 7 on behalf of the Institute for Continual Quality Improvement (ICQI).  This is one of several ICQI sessions that are being held jointly with the 2013 ASQ World Conference on Quality and Improvement and are sponsored by ASQ's Quality Management and Statistics Divisions.  The title of my talk is "Acceptance Sampling:  Facts & Fantasies".  

The 2013 theme to the conference is "Managing Change to Improve Quality and Performance".  According to the conference brochure:

"The accessibility, volume, and variety of information that is available today far exceeds that of any other time in history.  This fact, coupled with the ever-increasing influence of the global marketplace, has brought about many changes to today's businesses.  It has changed how we work, increased the number of places where we're able to work, and expanded the number of people we're able to work with.  This evolution has changed the dynamic between businesses and their customers, increased the amount of work we are able to...

San Diego, CA 92108 | Ron Bercaw, president of Breakthrough Horizons,  will be delivering a breakout session on The Application of Lean in Surgical Services.  Taking place in sunny San Diego, California May 5-8, the 2013 IAHCSMM Annual Conference & Expo will offer the widest range of Central Service educational offerings ever. This conference will provide attendees all of the resources needed to elevate their knowledge and promote ongoing quality and professionalism within their department. From knowledge-building hands-on labs and workshops to timely management and technical updates taught by some of the profession’s most renowned and respected experts

Detroit, MI | The STLE Annual Meeting showcased more than 350 technical papers, application-based case studies and best practice reports, and discussion panels on technical or market trends. Education courses support professional development needs and prepare people for one of STLE's three certification programs.

Exhibits and commercial presentations spotlight the latest products and services of interest to lubrication professionals. Business networking is another invaluable part of the STLE meeting experience.

Girona, Spain | Eurographics 2013, the 34th Annual Conference of the European Association for Computer Graphics, will take place from May 6th to May 10th in Girona, Spain.

This year's program is going to be bigger than ever. The main conference will open on Monday, May 6th and close on Friday, May 10th. The tutorial program on Monday is included in the conference registration and the conference opening with the awards session followed by the paper fast forward will start on Monday, May 6th at 16:40.

This page provides program information for the Eurographics 2013 main conference only. Please make sure that you look at the program of the co-located events that you also want to visit. Frequently check web site for updates.

Provo, UT, USA 84601 | Ronald Bercaw, president of Breakthrough Horizons, will be accepting a 2013 Shingo Research Award for the book, "Taking Improvement from the Assembly Line to Healthcare."   As the global economy becomes more tightly knit, The Shingo Prize has emerged as a world standard for operational excellence. Organizations that prove performance at this increasingly higher standard, demonstrate to the world they are capable of competing with the very best. These companies are building lasting cultures based on timeless principles of operational excellence. the 2013 conference features speakers, Shingo Prize winners and Shingo Reshttp://www.crcpress.com/product/isbn/9781439862391  earch Award winners.

Wilsonville, Oregon 97070 | Advanced Dimensional Management Seminar Series

Level 1 GD&T Fundamentals Seminar - March 18-20, 2013
Level 2 GD&T Advanced Applications Seminar - April 8-10, 2013
Level 1 Tolerance Analysis Seminar - May 6-8, 2013
(based on "Mechanical Tolerance Stackup and Analysis")

These seminars are open to the general public.
Check out the Advanced Dimensional Management website for more information.

Indianapolis, IN | Henry Ford's "universal code" for proven world-class performance consists of a simple triad of impartial economic, scientific, and behavioral laws. Economic law says no system or supply chain can disburse more wealth than it produces. Manufacturing science, and many principles apply to services as well, allow the system to produce more wealth through the elimination of waste. Behavioral law mandates a square deal for all supply chain stakeholders including customers, suppliers, and workers.

Provo, UT, USA | 25 Reasons to Attend Conference

Learn how the CEO of Ingersoll Rand (a multi-billion dollar company with thousands of employees) is leading change in their culture
Network with like-minded people in a fun and engaging atmosphere
Pick our examiners minds in intimate group settings and learn what you can do to prepare yourself to challenge for The Shingo Prize
Laugh out-loud at Comedian Ryan Hamilton of NBC's "Last Comic Standing" and one of Rolling Stone's "Five Comics to Watch"
Tour Shingo Prize recipient companies and learn from the best
Celebrate with us at our Formal Awards Gala including entertainment, dinner, and a special unveiling all at a lower price
Enjoy access to 55 non-chain restaurants and 3 bars within walking distance of the convention center
Keynote Alan Gleghorn, CEO of Christie Clinic
Keynote David Howes, CEO of Martin's Point
Attend breakout sessions featuring The Shingo Prize and Silver Medallion recipients
Connect with exhibitors who understand operational excellence and lean thinking
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Allentown, PA 18109 | COURSE CONTENT
The workshop starts with insight into how the Six Sigma methodology—define, measure, analyze, improve, control (DMAIC)—can be vastly simplified for learning, applying, teaching, and mentoring. The key is in recognizing that processes have five types of problems. Participants then practice and get feedback solving the two most common problems using a three-step procedure:
• Identify the type of problem
• Find the root cause
• Address the root cause
Additional activities will provide practice on a more rigorous procedure for addressing chronic problems and designing higher-performing processes.
These techniques developed when the author was at GE have been used to increase R.O.I. for Lean Six Sigma initiatives by:
• Facilitating the application of Lean and Six Sigma principles to process improvement
• Using proven methods to help reduce start-to-finish improvement/project times
• Adopting techniques that shorten the time it takes to complete projects, reduce documentation of projects, and...