One tool that can be used for quality control is a control chart. This article discusses how a control chart can be used to determine whether there has been a production process change, detect the presence of the causes that affect the process, and create a standardized process.

A quick and easy-to-remember way for Lean Six Sigma practitioners to get the most benefit from simple linear regression analysis is with a simple check-up method. The method borrows and adapts the familiar concept found in the 5S tool, which is used to organize and maintain the workplace. Andre Creager provides the tools on the isixsigma website.

Many entrepreneurs are given great advice about how to launch their business, but often overlooked is the importance of choosing the right suppliers. In this article on the Small Business BC website, author Brendan Munro explains how selecting the wrong suppliers can lead to frustrating delays, upset customers, and shrinking profitability.

This webcast addresses one of the fundamental challenges facing all businesses: How can we transform our decisions into successful long-term planning when we do not know what is going to happen down the road? In this session, Mark Hollingworth will provide key insights, techniques, and models that will help you better prepare for the future.

When you search the Internet, do you type a word or two into Google.com and hope for the best? This webcast reveals how to instantly improve your search powers and web productivity. No matter how web savvy you think you are, you're guaranteed to learn simple, effective search strategies that will take you to the next level of online intelligence gathering.

Many companies are working with the wrong measures, many of which are incorrectly termed key performance indicators (KPIs). This webcast is designed to help organizations — from large multinationals to those with less than 200 staff — who want to implement winning KPIs.

Your competitive advantage starts here! No matter what sector of business you’ve chosen as your focus, CGA-BC’s Professional Development seminars can help you take your career and your organization to new heights.