Lean Six Sigma Methodology Drives Cost Savings: Two Success Stories

Laboratory efficiency and cost savings are often within reach by applying Lean Six Sigma methodologies to existing processes and spaces. In two real-world case studies, a life sciences team worked with their clients to apply these principles, resulting in tangible benefits. One team partnered with a large pharmaceutical client to streamline their QC operations, identifying opportunities to optimize workflows, reorganize lab layouts, and redesign sample storage. These changes not only enhanced productivity but also delivered approximately $35,000 in annual savings. In a separate instance, a team tackled an underutilized lab space that had become cluttered with unused consumables. By implementing Lean principles, they repurposed $174,000 worth of valuable, unexpired items, improved safety, and cut the time spent searching for supplies in half. Discover how these strategic improvements can deliver measurable impact to your laboratory operations.