The mission of LeanOhio is to make government services in Ohio simpler, faster, better, and less costly. Using the improvement methods of Lean and Six Sigma, Ohio's state agencies are cutting red tape, removing inefficiencies, improving customer service, and achieving measurable results. The LeanOhio Network includes hundreds of state employees who have been involved in Kaizen events and other improvement projects. Many have earned Lean certifications. The Network includes state employee unions and members who promote Lean, improve processes, and partner with the state to teach Lean tools and strategies. Each state agency has a Lean Liaison. This ensures communication and coordination throughout state government. Liaisons identify improvement opportunities, engage agency staff in improvement efforts, and ensure that changes are implemented and sustained. LeanOhio is coordinated by the LeanOhio Office, within the Ohio Department of Administrative Services. Office associates are Lean Six Sigma experts who serve as internal systems improvement consultants.
Introducing the Lean Lifestyle series Insight into how the LeanOhio staff is using Lean tools and skills to improve every day situations April 16, 2020
LeanOhio Newsletter March issue highlights a recent training cohort from ODRC and provides updated policy information March 2, 2020
New LeanMatch Request Matching Lean skills with where they're needed
LeanOhio Newsletter February issue spotlights a recent project by a group of Lean practitioners at the Department of Taxation January 31, 2020
LeanOhio Network Resource: Leading Through Excellence: COE Summit 2020 Registration · Keynote Speakers · Schedule
LeanOhio Newsletter January issue recaps a busy and efficient 2019 December 23, 2019
Ohio Department of Agriculture - Farmland Preservation The time it takes for easement purchases to reach closing will be redcued significantly December 10, 2019 · Report-Out Presentation · Fact Sheet
LeanOhio December Newsletter December issue provides an update on recent projects completed at DODD and ODNR December 2, 2019
Ohio Department of Natural Resources - Grants Processing A deprecated payroll system presents an opportunity to greatly improve grants activity tracking November 25, 2019 · Report-Out Presentation
Lean Liaisons The Lean Liaison fills an essential role that involves sharing information about Lean, promoting its use and coordinating Lean activities November 20, 2019
Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities - Medicaid Service System (MSS) Overhaul County Boards and Providers benefit from an improved and updated system November 14, 2019 · Report-Out Presentation · Fact Sheet
LeanOhio November Newsletter November issue spotlights the most recent round of LSS Green Belt practitioners and introduces a new member to the LeanOhio team November 1, 2019
More Improvement Results: Sixteen employees representing ten different state agencies awarded certification belts October 29, 2019
LeanOhio October Newsletter
October issue takes a deep dive into explaining LeanOhio training and certifications October 1, 2019
LeanOhio September Newsletter September issue spotlights a recent green belt project at the Department of Job and Family Services September 3, 2019
LeanOhio August Newsletter August issue highlights recent belt projects and members of the network provide some key lessons learned August 1, 2019
2019 Green Belt Training Cohort: Green Belt session being held September 30th through October 3rd -- apply now through August 22nd August 1, 2019 · Download the Application
More Improvement Results: Sixteen employees representing nine different state agencies awarded certification belts July 30, 2019
LeanOhio July Newsletter July issue spotlights the newest members of the LeanOhio Network and finishes our 5-part series on DMAIC July 1, 2019
LeanOhio June Newsletter June issue highlights the results of a Kaizen event with the Department of Agriculture and issues a training challenge to the Network May 31, 2019
Ohio Department of Agriculture - Consumer Protection Laboratory (CPL) A reimagined future for sample collection would mean improved data sharing and faster results May 10, 2019 · Report-Out Presentation · Fact Sheet
LeanOhio May Newsletter May issue continues the focus on defining DMAIC and introduces a new Lean Liaison for the Attorney General's Office May 1, 2019
LeanOhio April Newsletter April issue introduces two new Lean Liaisons and highlights a recent partnership Governor DeWine's RecoveryOhio initiative April 1, 2019
LeanOhio March Newsletter March issue welcomes the newest member to the LeanOhio team and provides a Boot Camp update March 1, 2019
LeanOhio Network Resource: 2019 Spring Conference - ASQ Columbus Section March 11, 2019 · Registration · Flyer · Schedule
LeanOhio February Newsletter February issue highlights the many process improvement projects being completed in the LeanOhio Network January 31, 2019
New in our Lean Leader series: An interview with BWC's Kameelah Guthridge
More Improvement Results: Fifteen employees representing nine different state agencies awarded certification belts January 23, 2019
Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction - Ohio Penal Industries (OPI) Improved process will speed up the time it takes for OPI to deliver products and services January 18, 2019 · Report-Out Presentation
LeanOhio January Newsletter January issue highlights a project with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services January 2, 2019
LeanOhio: 2011 - 2018 Results The results are in and Ohio continues to lead the way in improving state government processes December 31, 2018
LeanOhio December Newsletter December issue focuses on the importance of using the Four Voices when collecting data December 4, 2018
LeanOhio November Newsletter November issue spotlights a recent Green Belt project and a Lean tool used for organizing large amounts of data November 1, 2018
New in our Lean Leader series: An interview with LeanOhio's Racquel Graham
LeanOhio October Newsletter October issue provides an update on the Lean Local Program and the benefits of Gemba Walks October 1, 2018
More Improvement Results: Lean practitioners from DOT, DYS, OAG, ODH, OSS, and MHAS present projects September 27, 2018
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD): Transformed process will ensure pre-screened job seekers are faster and more accurately matched to employers September 24, 2018 · Fact Sheet · Report-Out Presentation
LeanOhio September Newsletter September issue introduces two new Lean Liaisons and provides additional resources for process mapping September 4, 2018
LeanOhio August Newsletter August issue spotlights the Ohio Department of Taxation and the approaches they use to implement Lean August 1, 2018
Ohio Rail Development Commission (ODOT): Improved process will mean increased capacity to evaluate more rail crossing safety projects per year July 27, 2018 · Fact Sheet · Report-Out Presentation
NEW "Lean & Six Sigma: What's the Difference?" White Paper Lean Six Sigma is often a term used to describe process improvement, however, this phrase represents two distinct systems that overlap. This white paper explains the differences and benefits of each.
LeanOhio July Newsletter July issue spotlights a new partnership with the state's eLearning resource, Learning On Demand (LOD) July 2, 2018
New in our Lean Leader series: An interview with Health's Lawissa Tidrick – IT Project Manager and Black Belt
LeanOhio June Newsletter June issue spotlights the surge in data analytics and ways Lean is used at a popular vacation destination June 1, 2018
LeanOhio May Newsletter May issue spotlights the importance of Value Stream Mapping (VSM) May 1, 2018
White Belt Training LeanOhio White Belt training now availabe through ELM April 30, 2018
LeanOhio April Newsletter April issue focuses on improving a county process and provides an update on Green Belt training April 3, 2018
From the Tribune Chronicle: Program aims to make county more efficient March 2, 2018 · Read the full article
LeanOhio March Newsletter: March issue spotlights a collaboration effort led by the Ohio Department of Insurance March 1, 2018
More Project Results: Lean practitioners from seven agencies present nine improvement projects February 15, 2018 · Get links to their presentations
Ohio Department of Medicaid: Steamlined process will help better serve Ohioans through provider retention and training February 9, 2018 · Report-Out Presentation
LeanOhio February Newsletter New newsletter provides technical tips, useful resources, and upcoming events January 31, 2018
New LeanMatch Request Matching Lean skills with where they're needed LeanOhio: 2011 - 2017 Results The results are in and processes in Ohio are being made simpler, faster, better, and less costly December 22, 2017
New in our Lean Leader series: Interviews with Medicaid's Felicia Sherman and BWC's Scottie Powell
Ohio Department of Commerce: Improved process will speed up the time it takes for customers to receive goods and/or services December 3, 2017 · Fact Sheet · Report-Out Presentation
Ohio Department of Education: Revamped Intake and Investigation processes will help close Professional Conduct cases in half the time November 3, 2017 · Report-Out Presentation
More Project Results: Lean practitioners showcase improvement projects October 26, 2017 · Get links to their presentations
More Project Results: Lean practitioners from eight agencies present improvement projects July 13, 2017 · Get links to their presentations Ohio Department of Commerce: Clearer, simpler application process will reduce processing time and backlog June 30, 2017 · Fact Sheet · Report-Out Presentation Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission: Instructors will experience shorter lead times and less paperwork during application June 9, 2017 · Report-Out Presentation DRC and ODOT: Centralized inventory system will improve truck assembly process May 19, 2017 · Report-Out Presentation More project results at DYS, PUCO, and OOD: Green Belts improve four key processes at their agencies April 27, 2017 · Get links to their presentations Department of Rehabilitation and Correction: Transformed hiring process will get quality candidates on the job up to 7 weeks faster March 10, 2017 · Fact Sheet · Report-Out Presentation New in our Lean Leader series: An interview with Agriculture's George McNab – Legislative Liaison and Black Belt Medicaid: Improved information flow will benefit patients of long-term care January 27, 2017 · Fact Sheet · Report-Out Presentation Ohio Housing Finance Agency: Streamlined post-award process strengthens communication and ensures compliance while giving developers faster access to needed funds January 20, 2017 · Fact Sheet · Report-Out Presentation Big start to the new year: Lean practitioners from nine agencies present improvement projects January 19, 2017 · Get links to their presentations » Click here for more LeanOhio headlines ..
The Mission of LeanOhio Get an overview of what, why, and how, by LeanOhio founding director Steve Wall.
Kaizen Event Slideshow Learn what happens before, during, and after.
Making state government in Ohio simpler, faster, better, and less costly. .
Making state government in Ohio simpler, faster, better, and less costly. .