A conference focusing on the use of lean and Six Sigma in defense applications will be held May 8–10 in Washington, D.C. The Lean and Six Sigma for Defense conference will feature case studies that demonstrate how the methodologies have been used for defense purposes, along with experts to give practical Six Sigma advice. Workshop topics include Six Sigma Simulation: Improving Speed, Quality and Complexity with Lean Six Sigma Tools. Companies presenting case studies include Lockheed Martin Corp., Alliant Techsystems and Northrop Grumman Ship Systems.

For more information, visit www.marcusevansbb.com/leandefense2006.

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