THE LCA APPROACH
We help clients understand complex challenges, develop practical solutions, and carry them through implementation.
Analyze
Execute
Analyze
We use data, experience, and stakeholder input to understand the current state, identify gaps, and define what needs to change.
Conceptualize
Execute
Analyze
We work with clients and stakeholders to develop practical solutions, evaluate options, and determine the best path forward.
Execute
Execute
Execute
We turn recommendations into action, providing the structure, coordination, and oversight needed to achieve the intended results.
HOW WE WORK
Practical Solutions. Measurable Results.
LCA's approach is grounded in Lean Six Sigma principles and more than 30 years of experience solving operational and organizational challenges. We combine structured analysis with practical experience, collaboration, and a focus on implementation because a solution only has value if it works in the real world.
Understand the Current State
We begin by understanding the organization, program, or challenge and the outcomes our client is trying to achieve. Depending on the engagement, this may include interviews with leadership, staff, and stakeholders; review of policies, procedures, and existing documentation; analysis of performance data; facilitated discussions; and observation of current processes.
This work allows us to identify gaps, risks, opportunities, and the underlying issues that need to be addressed.
Develop Practical Solutions
We work collaboratively with clients and stakeholders to evaluate options and develop solutions that can realistically be implemented. Recommendations may address organizational structure, roles and responsibilities, staffing, business processes, communication, technology, performance measures, governance, or other operational needs.
Our focus is not simply on identifying what should change, but on developing a practical path for making it happen.
Carry It Through Implementation
LCA's work often continues beyond recommendations. We help clients translate decisions into action through implementation planning, project and program management, facilitation, stakeholder coordination, training, quality assurance, performance monitoring, and ongoing operational support.
We believe the value of a good recommendation is ultimately measured by whether it can be successfully implemented and produce the intended results.
Lean Six Sigma Expertise
LCA's approach is informed by Lean Six Sigma principles of understanding the current state, identifying root causes, reducing inefficiencies, measuring performance, and continuously improving results. CEO Catherine Larson is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with extensive experience applying and teaching Lean Six Sigma methodologies to improve processes and reduce costs.