Does your Lean Six Sigma training structure help the organization sustain improvement gains? Do you struggle with the “one-and-done” trend where Green Belts complete a project, get a certificate, and then fade from the problem-solving culture? The State of Vermont has experimented with a different path for their Lean and Six Sigma training program. They […]
Justin Kenney works for the state of Vermont as a Budget and Performance Analyst, explains how he and his team leverage continuous improvement at the government level. He shares an example of moving away from a paper-based employee donation process to an automated online process. They also discuss the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) experiences […]
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To promote greater predictability of project effectiveness the process of identifying, developing and prioritizing projects for Tactical Basin Planning (TBP) funding needed to be improved. In addition, they wanted to provide better information-sharing with the public and stakeholders. ​ The team uses integrated watershed assessment information to understand water quality conditions and identify appropriate […]
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The current minimum time frame for the processing of Section 248 and Act 250 permit applications is a 21-day turnaround, but it can be longer depending on the type of application. The process for soliciting comments on current applications involves a weekly email to over 200 staff, and does not receive prompt responses to these […]
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Current issues with the reclassification process for contaminated groundwater includes: lacks clarity takes too long improper submittal of information and materials re-do loops are common process lacks definition and transparency inconsistent portrayal, distribution and use of the mapped data after reclassification The goal of the lean event was to improve timeliness of reclassifications, increase transparency, […]
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