A conference focusing on the use of lean and Six Sigma in defense applications will be held next month in Washington, D.C. The Lean and Six Sigma for Defense Conference will be held May 8–10. It will feature case studies that demonstrate how the methodologies have been used for defense purposes, along with experts to give practical advice on the topic. Workshop topics include “Six Sigma Simulation: Improving Speed, Quality and Complexity with Lean Six Sigma Tools” and “Leaning the White-Collar Processes of Repair and the Supply Chain to Sustain Success.” Companies presenting case studies include Lockheed Martin Corp., Alliant Techsystems Inc. and Northrop Grumman Ship Systems.

For more information, visit www.marcusevansbb.com/leandefense2006.

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