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Six Sigma is a methodology that got its start at Motorola in the U.S. (the communications division in Southern Florida) and then was “put on the map” by the General Electric Corporation. Six Sigma is the single most effective problem-solving methodology for improving business and organizational performance. There’s not a business, technical, or process challenge that can’t be improved with Six Sigma. The world’s top corporations have used it to increase their profits collectively by more than $100 billion over the past ten years. In certain corporations, Six Sigma proficiency on your vitae is now a prerequisite to moving into a position in management.

In this half-day event, we focus on four key areas, (1) Six Sigma Basics, (2) DMAIC – five core phases of define, measure, analyze, improve and control, (3) key tools for both the practitioner and the manager and (4) the set of 10’s – 10 best practices, 10 pitfalls to avoid and 10 helpful resources. In summary, this event will give you a practical application of Six Sigma such that you can put it into practice in your work place on the very next day.

Prior to the fall of two great U.S. giants, MCI (telecommunications) and Arthur Anderson (accounting and consulting), AA was a supplier to MCI. Based on the AA philosophy of “billing your brains out,” AA was charging MCI over $400 per hour (U.S.) for their young consultants to do nothing more than make copies of files for a period of several months. Why didn’t MCI catch this? In the context of a multi-million dollar consulting arrangement, AA was the lowest bidder when MCI initially went out with its RFP – Request for Proposal to major consulting firms.

This true example, emphases the point of our event that cost modeling is more crucial and powerful than simply price analysis. For cost modeling focuses on the cost structure of a product or supplier. Understanding supplier and product costs can help the Supply Management professional, such as yourself; develop an appreciation of important cost drivers, which provides a starting point for cooperative relationships to reduce total supply chain costs.

In this half-day event, we focus on four key areas, (1) Cost Modeling Elements, (2) Should Cost vs. Target Cost, (3) TCO-Total Cost of Ownership models, and (4) Rolling out best-in-class practices to your supplier(s).

Six Sigma is a methodology that got its start at Motorola in the U.S. (the communications division in Southern Florida) and then was “put on the map” by the General Electric Corporation. Six Sigma is the single most effective problem-solving methodology for improving business and organizational performance. There’s not a business, technical, or process challenge that can’t be improved with Six Sigma. The world’s top corporations have used it to increase their profits collectively by more than $100 billion over the past ten years. In certain corporations, Six Sigma proficiency on your vitae is now a prerequisite to moving into a position in management.

In this half-day event, we focus on four key areas, (1) Six Sigma Basics, (2) DMAIC – five core phases of define, measure, analyze, improve and control, (3) key tools for both the practitioner and the manager and (4) the set of 10’s – 10 best practices, 10 pitfalls to avoid and 10 helpful resources. In summary, this event will give you a practical application of Six Sigma such that you can put it into practice in your work place on the very next day.

Prior to the fall of two great U.S. giants, MCI (telecommunications) and Arthur Anderson (accounting and consulting), AA was a supplier to MCI. Based on the AA philosophy of “billing your brains out,” AA was charging MCI over $400 per hour (U.S.) for their young consultants to do nothing more than make copies of files for a period of several months. Why didn’t MCI catch this? In the context of a multi-million dollar consulting arrangement, AA was the lowest bidder when MCI initially went out with its RFP – Request for Proposal to major consulting firms.

This true example, emphases the point of our event that cost modeling is more crucial and powerful than simply price analysis. For cost modeling focuses on the cost structure of a product or supplier. Understanding supplier and product costs can help the Supply Management professional, such as yourself; develop an appreciation of important cost drivers, which provides a starting point for cooperative relationships to reduce total supply chain costs.

In this half-day event, we focus on four key areas, (1) Cost Modeling Elements, (2) Should Cost vs. Target Cost, (3) TCO-Total Cost of Ownership models, and (4) Rolling out best-in-class practices to your supplier(s).

For more information, please contact PASIA Secretariat at +632-8442680 or email us at info@pasia.org.

For the first time in Singapore, the Procurement and Sourcing Institute of Asia brings ISM's Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) through a unique 3-Day Review Program.

The CPSM is a comprehensive program focusing on the major components of international supply management with emphasis in areas as finance, supplier relationship management, organizational global strategy and risk compliance.

For more information, please contact PASIA Secretariat at +632-8442680 or email us at info@pasia.org.

Six Sigma is a methodology that got its start at Motorola in the U.S. (the communications division in Southern Florida) and then was “put on the map” by the General Electric Corporation. Six Sigma is the single most effective problem-solving methodology for improving business and organizational performance. There’s not a business, technical, or process challenge that can’t be improved with Six Sigma. The world’s top corporations have used it to increase their profits collectively by more than $100 billion over the past ten years. In certain corporations, Six Sigma proficiency on your vitae is now a prerequisite to moving into a position in management.

In this half-day event, we focus on four key areas, (1) Six Sigma Basics, (2) DMAIC – five core phases of define, measure, analyze, improve and control, (3) key tools for both the practitioner and the manager and (4) the set of 10’s – 10 best practices, 10 pitfalls to avoid and 10 helpful resources. In summary, this event will give you a practical application of Six Sigma such that you can put it into practice in your work place on the very next day.

Prior to the fall of two great U.S. giants, MCI (telecommunications) and Arthur Anderson (accounting and consulting), AA was a supplier to MCI. Based on the AA philosophy of “billing your brains out,” AA was charging MCI over $400 per hour (U.S.) for their young consultants to do nothing more than make copies of files for a period of several months. Why didn’t MCI catch this? In the context of a multi-million dollar consulting arrangement, AA was the lowest bidder when MCI initially went out with its RFP – Request for Proposal to major consulting firms.

This true example, emphases the point of our event that cost modeling is more crucial and powerful than simply price analysis. For cost modeling focuses on the cost structure of a product or supplier. Understanding supplier and product costs can help the Supply Management professional, such as yourself; develop an appreciation of important cost drivers, which provides a starting point for cooperative relationships to reduce total supply chain costs.

In this half-day event, we focus on four key areas, (1) Cost Modeling Elements, (2) Should Cost vs. Target Cost, (3) TCO-Total Cost of Ownership models, and (4) Rolling out best-in-class practices to your supplier(s).

For more details, please contact PASIA Secretariat at +632-8442680 or email us at info@pasia.org.

marcus evans ‘Advancement in Sourcing & Procurement Strategies’ is specially designed to address issues and challenges in sourcing and procurement to improve organisations’ businesses and strategising their procurement activities during the economic recovery. It is timely as many organisations will soon be looking to increase their manufacturing capacities and output, given that Singapore is technically out of the recession.

Who should attend:
CPOs, Vice-Presidents, Heads, Directors, General Managers, Managers and Specialists of: Procurement / Purchasing / Sourcing, Supply Chain, Materials, Logistics, Supplier Management, Merchandising, Contracting from across all industries: Oil & Gas, Consumer Goods, Energy and Utilities, Petrochemicals / Chemicals, Construction, Healthcare & Pharmaceutical, Retail, Telecommunications, Transport & Logistics, Automotive, Solution Providers and Information Technology.

Key Topics:
• Getting creative with financing – leveraging on your inventory to finance your operations
• Managing environmental demand by implementing green procurement strategies for profitability while complying with regulations
• Anticipating and responding promptly to external trends and developments through effective risk management
• Optimising supply chain performance and maximising ROI by capitalising on Consignment and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) – Your instant route to profitability
• Sharing demand risks with suppliers to ensure availability of supply

**ProcurementAsia is the official media partner for this conference. Procurement Asia readers/ subscribers are entitled to 10% savings to attend this conference if you quote "ProcurementAsia" when you register with Catherine Foo at CatherineF@marcusevanskl.com or +603 2723 6757.

PROGRAMME OBJECTIVES

At the end of the programme, participants would
have learnt:

- Lean Manufacturing can lead to Sustainability

- Apply the 7 Lean Manufacturing principles

- Implement the Lean Method and Tools in their own work environment

- Instill a Lean Culture in their organization

PROGRAMME OUTLINE

- What is Sustainable Manufacturing
- Lean will lead to Sustainability
- Lean Manufacturing Principles
- Lean Methods and Tools for improving efficiency
- Lean Organization Culture

The Singapore Gifts and Stationery Show (SGSS) is the annual event to showcase and secure corporate premiums and supplies for the year ahead.

The 2009 event staged more than 100 exhibitors from 5 countries, including Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand, and this 2010 will boast an even bigger show.

With exhibitors presenting a myriad of creative products and services for any budget, buyers can be sure to find a comprehensive selection of customizable gift premiums and ideas.

SGSS welcomes local and international gift exhibitors, buyers and visitors to register their interest early at www.gsshow.net, and be kept informed of developments and promotional opportunities from our partners.
The 2010 event will be held at the spanking new Marina Bay Sands from August 18th to 20th.

Organised by TTG Asia Media Pte Ltd, SGSS is the only event supported by the leading trade associations in the region - Gifts Association Singapore, The Singapore Booksellers and Stationers Association, Malaysian Gifts and Premium Entrepreneur Association, Thai Gifts Premiums and Decorative Association. Industry related talks held in conjunction with the show are offered by Marketing Institute of Singapore. The event is also supported by IE Singapore.