Data Driven Insights and Decisions (DDID)

Introduction 

Data Driven Insights and Decisions is a British Quality Foundation and Lean Competency System accredited programme for anyone who wants to understand their business processes through data. It builds a working knowledge of graphical and statistical techniques, from selecting and defining measures through to control charts, hypothesis testing and regression. The course fulfils the data needs of improvement and transformation professionals. It is a component of both the Business Black Belt and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt programmes. Although most participants have completed Green Belt training, this is not a prerequisite, the tools are applicable in any business context. 12 months’ access to CatStat AI enabled software is included. Please contact us if you prefer the Minitab version of this course.

Participants will be able to: 

• Select and operationally define the right measures for a process 

• Validate and improve the measurement process so data can be trusted 

• Plan data collection using appropriate sampling and sample size approaches 

• Turn data into information using statistics and graphical analysis 

• Use control charts to visualise and understand process behaviour 

• Assess process capability and use capability indices

• Analyse data using hypothesis testing and regression analysis 

• Communicate findings to influence key stakeholders and senior leaders 

Why practitioners choose this programme 

The ability to use data correctly to gain insight, influence stakeholders and guide decisions is increasingly central to improvement and transformation roles. This BQF and LCS accredited programme delivers that capability through a robust, practical approach that sharpens your thinking and promotes real process learning. Worth 32 CPD points, it gives you the techniques and the confidence to influence senior leaders with data. 

You do not need to invest in statistical software as we bundle 12 months’ access to our CatStat product with this training for no extra charge.

Delivery Information / Options 

The programme is delivered as a virtual open classroom over two, two-day sessions, live over Zoom with experienced Master Black Belt instructors and a range of engaging, participative techniques. It is also available as bespoke in-company training. The course is normally delivered using CatStat software (12 months’ access included). A Minitab version is also available (Minitab software required).

Available as a standalone module or as part of a certification pathway to Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Business Black Belt.