



Rajan Chaudhary
Senior Process Engineer
PPG
Driving Continuous Improvement Through Data-Driven Operational Excellence
Day 1
3:00PM
SCADA Tech & AI Utilities
This session presents a practical approach to implementing continuous improvement in manufacturing through data-driven decision-making and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Drawing on proven results - including significant gains in OEE, defect reduction, and cost optimization - it addresses common challenges such as process variability, equipment reliability, and sustaining long-term improvements.
Attendees will learn how to apply structured problem solving tools (DMAIC, RCA, SPC) to identify inefficiencies, reduce downtime, and improve first time-right production. The session also highlights the integration of reliability-centered maintenance and performance analytics to enhance operational stability.
Key takeaways include
Actionable strategies to improve efficiency, reduce defects
Sustain improvements
Building a culture of continuous improvement aligned with measurable business outcomes.
