https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/Recent posts from Newsen-usSun, 06 Sep 2026 11:49:53 -04:00http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rssOmniUpdate (OU Publish)https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/ready-for-ai.aspxBefore asking what AI can do, ask whether the process is worth automating. This piece looks at why fixing workflows first helps AI become an accelerator for improvement instead of a faster way to repeat the same problems.Mark KoulianosThu, 13 Aug 2026 13:04:24 Is Your Process Ready for AI?Before asking what AI can do, ask whether the process is worth automating. This piece looks at why fixing workflows first helps AI become an accelerator for improvement instead of a faster way to repeat the same problems.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/ready-for-ai.aspxDirector's Corner,Process Improvement,Technologyhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/process-improvement-first.aspxEveryone wants to talk about AI—but the smartest organizations fix their processes first. This piece explains why better workflows, clear validation, and Lean Six Sigma principles are the real foundation for successful AI adoption.Mark KoulianosThu, 25 Jun 2026 10:16:25 Before AI: Why Process Improvement Comes FirstEveryone wants to talk about AI—but the smartest organizations fix their processes first. This piece explains why better workflows, clear validation, and Lean Six Sigma principles are the real foundation for successful AI adoption.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/process-improvement-first.aspxDirector's Corner,Process Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/force-multipliers.aspxThis article reframes growth through “force multipliers” — ways organizations increase impact without simply adding more resources. It explores how people, processes, and technology work together to improve efficiency, consistency, and performance when aligned intentionally.George TsongranisThu, 30 Apr 2026 11:35:55 Force Multipliers: Maximizing Organizational LeverageThis article reframes growth through “force multipliers” — ways organizations increase impact without simply adding more resources. It explores how people, processes, and technology work together to improve efficiency, consistency, and performance when aligned intentionally.A seesaw balanced with ballshttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2026/force-multipliers.aspxLeadership and Management,Process Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/fix-your-aim.aspxLean Six Sigma certifications equip professionals with the tools to streamline processes, reduce waste, and lead change. USF CTPE’s Operational Excellence Certificate combines Yellow and Green Belt training to build confident, results-driven leaders.George TsongranisThu, 31 Jul 2025 10:37:15 Fix Your Aim on Operational ExcellenceLean Six Sigma certifications equip professionals with the tools to streamline processes, reduce waste, and lead change. USF CTPE’s Operational Excellence Certificate combines Yellow and Green Belt training to build confident, results-driven leaders.University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research Universityhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2025/fix-your-aim.aspxProcess Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2023/learn-the-fundamentals-of-evaluation-and-metaevaluation.aspxTo the uninitiated, terms like evaluation and metaevaluation might feel intimidating. But the truth is, informal evaluations are already part of your life.Mon, 03 Mar 2025 16:05:31 Learn the Fundamentals of Evaluation and MetaevaluationTo the uninitiated, terms like evaluation and metaevaluation might feel intimidating. But the truth is, informal evaluations are already part of your life.man sits across desk from another man in discussionhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2023/learn-the-fundamentals-of-evaluation-and-metaevaluation.aspxProcess Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2024/usf-ctpe-transforms-leadership-training-for-us-special-ops-command.aspxThe Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education offers a myriad of special programs and tailored corporate training to meet the unique needs of organizations. Recently, CTPE provided a custom leadership workshop for the Materiel Readiness Division of the U.S. Special Operations Command-Central.Tatiana Del ValleTue, 14 May 2024 15:37:09 USF CTPE transforms leadership training for U.S. Special Operations CommandThe Office of Corporate Training and Professional Education offers a myriad of special programs and tailored corporate training to meet the unique needs of organizations. Recently, CTPE provided a custom leadership workshop for the Materiel Readiness Division of the U.S. Special Operations Command-Central.A group of training participants stand and pose for a picturehttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2024/usf-ctpe-transforms-leadership-training-for-us-special-ops-command.aspxProcess Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2023/whats-the-managers-role-in-implementing-lean-principles.aspxAs a manager, you play an integral role in the successful implementation of Lean principles within your organization. These methods have revolutionized businesses by improving processes, increasing efficiency, and driving down costs while helping to secure market position and customer loyalty.Alyssa BirchfieldTue, 21 Mar 2023 11:18:43 What's the Manager's Role in Implementing Lean Principles?As a manager, you play an integral role in the successful implementation of Lean principles within your organization. These methods have revolutionized businesses by improving processes, increasing efficiency, and driving down costs while helping to secure market position and customer loyalty.A woman writing something on a white boardhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2023/whats-the-managers-role-in-implementing-lean-principles.aspxLeadership and Management,Process Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2023/8-common-misconceptions-about-business-process-improvement.aspxFor many businesses, the idea of improving processes and becoming more efficient is an appealing goal. While most professionals would agree that process improvement should be a priority for their business, there are a few common misconceptions surrounding the concept of business process improvement, or BPI, and how to implement it.Alyssa BirchfieldTue, 21 Feb 2023 10:36:04 8 Common Misconceptions About Business Process ImprovementFor many businesses, the idea of improving processes and becoming more efficient is an appealing goal. While most professionals would agree that process improvement should be a priority for their business, there are a few common misconceptions surrounding the concept of business process improvement, or BPI, and how to implement it.Two people looking at notes on a board in an officehttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2023/8-common-misconceptions-about-business-process-improvement.aspxProcess Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2022/why-customer-value-is-the-ultimate-goal-of-process-improvement.aspxI have had the opportunity to work in the continuous improvement field for approximately 15 years. There have been some changes in the field: new theories, different ideas about how to improve processes, etc.Shane WentzTue, 02 Aug 2022 00:19:07 Why Customer Value Is the Ultimate Goal of Process ImprovementI have had the opportunity to work in the continuous improvement field for approximately 15 years. There have been some changes in the field: new theories, different ideas about how to improve processes, etc.A gear labeled "value" that is linked with another gear labeled "customer"https://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2022/why-customer-value-is-the-ultimate-goal-of-process-improvement.aspxProcess Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2022/can-workplace-conflict-support-process-improvement.aspxWhat good can come out of office squabbles, customer backlash, and hurt feelings? Plenty, it turns out. Those internal issues are signaling something in your company’s processes and procedures that are inefficient or broken. Once you’ve identified those areas for growth, you can then apply process improvement principles to turn things around.Daniel GoodsonTue, 03 May 2022 10:29:41 Can Workplace Conflict Support Process Improvement?What good can come out of office squabbles, customer backlash, and hurt feelings? Plenty, it turns out. Those internal issues are signaling something in your company’s processes and procedures that are inefficient or broken. Once you’ve identified those areas for growth, you can then apply process improvement principles to turn things around.A group of people sitting around a table with a whiteboard in the backgroundhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2022/can-workplace-conflict-support-process-improvement.aspxProcess Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2021/lean-six-sigma-certification-is-it-worth-it.aspxMore and more organizations are committing themselves to process and continuous improvement. As this trend gains ground, you’re probably wondering if it makes sense to pursue Lean Six Sigma certification.Leigh PerkinsThu, 28 Oct 2021 15:52:41 Lean Six Sigma Certification: Is It Worth It?More and more organizations are committing themselves to process and continuous improvement. As this trend gains ground, you’re probably wondering if it makes sense to pursue Lean Six Sigma certification.A group of business people sitting around a table working togetherhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2021/lean-six-sigma-certification-is-it-worth-it.aspxProcess Improvementhttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2021/online-lean-six-sigma-and-process-improvement-resources.aspxIf you’re ready to upskill and explore new developments in the field, check out some of our favorite online Lean Six Sigma and process improvement resources.Jen CarlevattiTue, 13 Jul 2021 11:27:06 Online Lean Six Sigma and Process Improvement ResourcesIf you’re ready to upskill and explore new developments in the field, check out some of our favorite online Lean Six Sigma and process improvement resources.A group of people standing in front of a wall filled with pieces of paper and sticky noteshttps://www.usf.edu/continuing-education/lifelong-learning/news/2021/online-lean-six-sigma-and-process-improvement-resources.aspxProcess Improvement