Patient Flow Optimization Using Knowledge Supernetworks and Lean Six Sigma

2016 ◽  
pp. 232-237 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chiara Cirrone ◽  
Eleonora Di Pietro ◽  
Aurelio La Corte ◽  
Alfina A. Torrisi
Keyword(s):  
Six Sigma ◽  
Patient Flow ◽  
Lean Six Sigma ◽  
Flow Optimization ◽  
Patient Flow Optimization

scholarly journals The Use of Lean Six Sigma for Improving Availability of and Access to Emergency Department Data to Facilitate Patient Flow

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (21) ◽  
pp. 11030
Author(s):  
Ailish Daly ◽  
Seán Paul Teeling ◽  
Marie Ward ◽  
Martin McNamara ◽  
Ciara Robinson
Keyword(s):  
Emergency Department ◽  
Data Management ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Patient Flow ◽  
Hospital Management ◽  
Lean Six Sigma ◽  
Data Availability ◽  
Diagnostic Tools ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Service Staff

The aim of this study was to redesign an emergency department [ED] data management system to improve the availability of, and access to, data to facilitate patient flow. A pre-/post-intervention design was employed using Lean Six Sigma methodology with a focus on the voice of the customer, Gemba, and 5S to identify areas for improvement in ED data management processes and to inform solutions for improved ED patient flow processes. A multidisciplinary ED team includes medical consultants and registrars, nurses, patient service staff, radiology staff, as well as information technology and hospital management staff. Lean Six Sigma [LSS] diagnostic tools identified areas for improvement in the current process for data availability and access. A set of improvements were implemented to redesign the pathway for data collection in the ED to improve data availability and access. We achieved a reduction in the time taken to access ED patient flow data from a mean of 9 min per patient pre-intervention to immediate post-intervention. This enabled faster decision-making by the ED team related to patient assessment and treatment and informed improvements in patient flow. Optimizing patient flow through a hospital’s ED is a complex task involving collaboration and participation from multiple disciplines. Through the use of LSS methodology, we improved the availability of, and fast access to, accurate, current information regarding ED patient flow. This allows ED and hospital management teams to identify and rapidly respond to actions impacting patient flow.

Real-Time Capacity Management and Patient Flow Optimization in Hospitals Using AI Methods

2020 ◽  
pp. 55-69
Author(s):  
Jyoti R. Munavalli ◽  
Henri J. Boersma ◽  
Shyam Vasudeva Rao ◽  
G. G. van Merode
Keyword(s):  
Real Time ◽  
Patient Flow ◽  
Capacity Management ◽  
Flow Optimization ◽  
Patient Flow Optimization

EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT FOR HIGH FIRM PERFORMANCE: THE CASE OF LEAN SIX SIGMA AT A MALAYSIA TRADING COMPANY

2020 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Hadijah Iberahim ◽  
Izmahariz Azman ◽  
Mohd Haniff Shahri ◽  
Nur Fara Ellyanie Abdul Hamid
Keyword(s):  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Employee Engagement ◽  
Six Sigma ◽  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Lean Six Sigma ◽  
Successful Implementation ◽  
Management Support ◽  
High Productivity ◽  
Trading Company ◽  
Goal Clarity

Lean Six Sigma (LSS) is a method that helps an organization to maximize profit and minimize cost. One of the essential factors for a successful LSS project is the availability of employees who are willing to engage. Employee engagement brings about a strong sense of belonging and high productivity. Consequently, engaged employees will work harder to achieve the mission of the organization. This paper discusses a case of LSS project with a low level of employee engagement. As a result, LSS was less likely helpful in sustaining company’s performance. The purpose of this study is to identify factors that contribute to employee engagement in LSS practices. Review of the relevant literature suggests four variables, which include goal clarity, management support and trust, knowledge sharing and transfer, and teamwork. The questionnaire survey applied census in collecting feedback from 80 respondents. Statistical analysis results indicate that goal clarity, management support, and trust are significant to employee engagement. However, knowledge sharing and transfer as well as teamwork are not substantial. It is recommended for the organization to give attention to all the four factors. This paper extended understandings on critical inputs to a successful implementation of LSS for sustainable company’s performance and growth. Keywords: Lean Six Sigma, Employee Engagement, Goal Clarity, Management Support and Trust, Teamwork, Knowledge Sharing.

When Industry 4.0 meets Lean Six Sigma: A review

2020 ◽  
Vol 13 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Harsimran Sodhi
Keyword(s):  
Six Sigma ◽  
Industry 4.0 ◽  
Lean Six Sigma

LITERATURE SEARCH CONSISTING OF THE AREAS OF LEAN SIX SIGMA USAGE IN INDIAN SMES

2018 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sehul H. Patel ◽  
Dr. Darshak A. Desai
Keyword(s):  
Six Sigma ◽  
Literature Search ◽  
Lean Six Sigma

A Lean Six Sigma implementation model based on Critical Success Factors

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fernando Forcellini ◽  
Milton Pereira ◽  
Helio Aisenberg Ferenhof ◽  
Arthur Boeing Ribeiro
Keyword(s):  
Six Sigma ◽  
Critical Success Factors ◽  
Success Factors ◽  
Lean Six Sigma ◽  
Implementation Model ◽  
Model Based ◽  
Critical Success
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