Lean By Design

-Effective Project Portfolio Management Strategies-Challenges and Opportunities in PPM Tools-Implementing Technology in Organizational Processes-Effective Deployment of PPM ToolsIDC White Paper: The Power of Next-Gen Project and Portfolio Managementhttps://www.smartsheet.com/inside-smartsheet/research/IDC-project-portfolio-management-whitepaperThank you to our sponsor, Sigma Lab Consulting. Want our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

- Unpacks insights from ISPE Facilities of the Future Conference- Focuses on sustainability and digital evolution in pharma- Next-gen facilities are efficient and eco-friendly- Shift to interconnected data systems revolutionizes research- Tools like Benchling streamline data and asset management- Networking fosters collaboration and innovation- Personal anecdotes highlight importance of authentic interactions- Emphasizes connections shaping industry's futureThank you to our sponsor, Sigma Lab Consulting. Want our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

- Unexpected team bonding and strategic planning during a snowed-in off-site retreat at Sigma Lab Consulting- Reflecting on past year's successes and future opportunities- Team cohesion and unique problem-solving approach leading to repeat engagements with diverse clients- Integrating Lean Six Sigma with deep industry knowledge for success in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical consulting- The importance of relationship building and personal connections in niche consulting- Balancing AI with the human touch in streamlining processes- Teasing upcoming challenging projects- Aligning team goals with the overarching mission for 2024- Personal growth and goal alignment anecdotes- Comparing cultural upbringings (Latino and Asian traditions)- Strategies for setting and achieving realistic goals- Excitement about networking and learning opportunities at industry events hosted by Sigma Lab ConsultingThank you to our sponsor, Sigma Lab Consulting.Want our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

- Boost R&D team efficiency through collaboration and accountability- Address inefficiencies in most R&D projects- Cultivate a successful life sciences workplace culture- Refine data for actionable insights and shared ownership- Align project goals with corporate objectives- Optimize equipment scheduling for lab efficiency- Balance detailed monitoring with key metrics- Promote teamwork, real-time communication, and delay prevention- Streamline project management- Foster accountability, leadership, and process improvement for innovation.Thank you to our sponsor, Sigma Lab ConsultingWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

- Highlight the critical importance of a robust asset management strategy.- Discuss maintenance scheduling, coordination, and the power of clear communication.- Emphasize post-service rituals to ensure optimal equipment performance.- Share personal experiences and lessons learned from overlooked maintenance.- Advocate for dialogue among technicians, scientists, and coordinators.- Dive deep into mastering equipment maintenance for lab resilience and efficiency.Thank you to our sponsor, Sigma Lab ConsultingWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

- Discover actionable strategies for success, including data-driven decisions and effective communication.- Learn why operational excellence involves refining resources, not just adding them.- Unlock the power of performance metrics and turning concerns into quantifiable data.- Explore making lasting workflow adjustments and the value of reeducation over punishment.- Celebrate the unsung heroes of process improvement and their impact on corporate goals.- Foster a culture of innovation and efficiency through open communication and collaboration.- Join the journey to becoming lean by design with us.http://tiny.cc/PostItThank you to our sponsor, Sigma Lab ConsultingWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

- Uncover the potential of inventory management for business success.- Dive into laboratory inventory and budget management intricacies.- Learn the art of categorizing items in databases and tracking consumable usage.- Explore unique inventory challenges in manufacturing, including traceability and equipment reliability.- Discover smarter solutions reshaping inventory management, from technology integration to proactive planning.- Transform your operations with effective inventory management skills, tools, and communication.- Prepare to revolutionize your approach to inventory management for guaranteed results.http://tiny.cc/InventoryOpsFailureThank you to our sponsor, Sigma Lab ConsultingWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

- Explore challenges and the fast-paced nature of R&D.- Discuss the merits and demerits of the waterfall approach.- Offer tips for maintaining momentum in short task sprints.- Provide insights on optimizing R&D timelines.- Highlight the importance of clear timeline structure and adaptability.- Share practical strategies for managing R&D timelines and vendor onboarding.- Equip listeners with tools for effective planning and communication in Lean by Design.http://tiny.cc/sigmavideoThank you to our sponsor, Sigma Lab ConsultingWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

- Explore a year in the life of Sigma Lab Consulting.- Share the rollercoaster journey, trials, triumphs, and memorable moments with clients.- Spotlight on work-life balance and the world of consulting.- Discuss the art of simplification, process optimization, and creative problem-solving.- Highlight the importance of building trust, balancing promises, and expertise in process improvement and cost savings.- Emphasize mental health and success routines in the consulting business.- Learn from financial choices, risk management, and work-from-home routines.- Explore the role of trust and communication in teamwork success.Thank you to our sponsor, Sigma Lab ConsultingWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

What happens when an equity firm wants to add to their portfolio? Only the asset is not quite polished for purchase? In this episode we connect with Jon Holden, Private Equity Management Consultant. Jon walks us through various examples of how private equity firms launch teams into organizations in an effort to improve processes and quality of the assets. We learn from Jon how to best approach the situation, especially when the employees may feel threatened due to change. He walks us through how to integrates himself into the organizations so that employees understand the benefit, and pull him in as a member of the team.Connect with Jon to learn more!https://www.linkedin.com/in/jon-holden-64584890/Thank you to our episode sponsors!Lauren Perna Communicationshttp://www.laurenperna.comSigma Lab Consultinghttps://linktr.ee/sigmalabconsultingIf you are interested in sponsoring an episode or being a guest on our show, drop us a note!leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.comWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

In this episode, we connect with Ryan Dunlap, Founder & Chief Conflict Officer of Conflictish, a conflict strategy firm dedicated to helping leaders improve how they lead themselves and others through conflict. Conflict takes many forms, in the workplace, at home, it can be intrapersonal or interpersonal. So how do we navigate conflict to begin with? Ryan takes us through a few conflict scenarios, including a life or death scenario. He provides incredible insights in what drives us and what external and internal factors can lead to workplace conflict. How do our workplace experiences warp our view of colleagues and collaborators? What causes us to label coworkers as "hard to work with" when the process is at fault? Find answers to this and more in episode 6.Connect with Ryan across the web and social media.https://www.conflictish.com/Youtube Channelhttps://www.instagram.com/conflictish/LinkedInTikTok-ConflictishThank you to our episode sponsors!Lauren Perna Communicationshttp://www.laurenperna.comSigma Lab Consultinghttps://linktr.ee/sigmalabconsultingIf you are interested in sponsoring an episode or being a guest on our show, drop us a note!leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.comWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

Episode 5 explores the world of automations. Have you found yourself in a position where mundane tasks seem to take too much time to perform? The copy+paste function is alive and well in 2023. In this episode, we hear from Dan Luu, Senior Data Engineering Consultant on why integrating automations in our day to day can help drive organizational success and allow for more time to work on impactful initiatives. Come along as we discuss scenarios and give tips on where listeners can bring automations into their workflows. "When should you start automating your standard assays?" -By Dan Luuhttps://arrayo.medium.com/when-should-you-start-automating-your-standard-assays-948d205ed1a Thank you to our episode sponsorsLauren Perna Communicationshttp://www.laurenperna.comSigma Lab Consultinghttps://linktr.ee/sigmalabconsultingIf you are interested in sponsoring an episode or being a guest on our show, drop us a note!leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.comWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

In this episode, Oscar Gonzalez gives us a review of Outsourcing Clinical Trials New England 2022 and his fireside chat titled: "Wearables, ePRO, eConsent, Big Data: Are We Prepared for the Digital Transformation?"Oscar gives us insights into:1) Ensuring success of digital transformations2) Implementing new technologies with companies that embody the status quo3) Where the responsibility lies for delivering efficienciesThank you to our episode sponsorsLauren Perna Communicationshttp://www.laurenperna.comSigma Lab Consultinghttps://linktr.ee/sigmalabconsultingIf you are interested in sponsoring an episode or being a guest on our show, drop us a note!leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.comWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

In this episode, we welcome our first podcast guest Lauren Perna, CEO & Head Writer for Lauren Perna Communications. Lauren is also the founder of Mentally Fit Founder to bring awareness to mental health, speaking on her own challenges over the years. We touch on her transition into the life sciences industry and how that spearheaded her decision to start her own communications firm to help the life science community tell their story. Listen in to find out best practices for attracting people to your organization through words, in just 5 seconds.Thank you to our episode sponsorsLauren Perna Communications http://www.laurenperna.comSigma Lab Consultinghttps://linktr.ee/sigmalabconsultingIf you are interested in sponsoring an episode or being a guest on our show, drop us a note!leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.comWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

In this episode, we get up close and personal with Sigma Lab Consulting co-founder and Lean by Design co-host, Lawrence Wong.  We dig into early beginnings in New York, his choice of engineering in undergrad, and early thoughts when working through the development of Sigma Lab Consulting. Thank you to our episode SponsorsLauren Perna Communicationshttps://www.laurenperna.com/Sigma Lab Consultinghttps://linktr.ee/sigmalabconsultingWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com

In our inaugural podcast episode, we get up close and personal with Oscar Gonzalez, co-host of the Lean By Design podcast and  CEO of Sigma Lab Consulting. We dig into the early beginnings, early influences, and how Sigma Lab Consulting came to be, with a few lessons learned in between. Oscar provides background to the importance of change in organizations when building efficiencies and highlights key questions to consider when communicating with your clients, team, and yourself to ensure you are solving the RIGHT problem.This week's sponsors:-Lauren Perna Communications https://www.laurenperna.com/ -Sigma Lab Consulting https://www.sigmalabconsulting.comWant our thoughts on a specific topic? Looking to sponsor this podcast to continue to generate content? Reach out to leanbydesign@sigmalabconsulting.com