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Delivering continuous improvement projects for the university

There are currently 126 continuous improvement projects captured in the pipeline and 60% of these projects have been completed or are in progress. For details on the types of projects being submitted and their status, visit the Operational Excellence website. 

Introducing the Continuous Improvement Community of Practice (CoP)

Operational Excellence is currently building a Community of Practice for Lean Six Sigma graduates to connect and exchange knowledge and best practices. Learn more about the CoP and how it helps promote a UBC-wide continuous improvement culture.

Update on UBC’s progress with Lean Six Sigma Training

Since launching Lean Six Sigma training last year, Operational Excellence has coached three cohorts of staff through yellow belt training and one cohort through green belt training. View a detailed breakdown of program participants.

Lubna Shawwa joins Operational Excellence as Continuous Improvement Program Manager

Leveraging her robust experience in continuous improvement and problem solving, in addition to her passion for driving efficiency and collaboration, Lubna will play a key role in enhancing and delivering continuous improvement projects across UBC.