Lean Six Sigma in the Laboratory

Lean manufacturing to Lean analysis - extending the potential of Lean Six Sigma in biopharmacutical industry

This blog is designed to introduce the concepts and techniques of continuous improvement in laboratory work spaces using Lean Six Sigma tools and techniques to create an efficient and productive. Lean Six sigma is a well established tool in manufacturing and it is gaining imminence in health care and services industries also. Lean Six Sigma can be applied to any project or any facility to improve efficiency by reducing waste, minimizing defects and adopting a philosophy of continuous improvement. In this blog, I will address the benefits of implementing lean six sigma in the laboratory. Lean is not a new concept in the biopharmaceutical industry, as it is adopted by most high profile biomanufacturing companies including Johnson and Johnson, Pfizer, Abbott, Baxter. The practical applications are not merely confined to the production area, it is a culture and methodology that is adopted throughout the industry. This blog will highlight the benefits of Lean Six Sigma in the QC laboratory and explores the tools and techniques that can be used to improve workflow efficiency and create a leaner, more productive quality laboratory.

Lean Six Sigma in biopharmaceutical QC laboratories creates efficient and productive workflow, reduces waste and increases sampling throughput.