Thomas Merigold

There are so many different model-of-the-moment approaches to business that it is a challenge to determine which is the best approach for your business. They all strive to deliver the same result: do more with fewer resources for more substantial gains. Statistician George E. P. Box quoted, “all models are wrong, but some are useful.” I have learned that in business, there are a variety of useful applications that can deliver results, but there isn’t one single methodology that works for all areas of business.

I have found that at the core, they all have similarities and can help improve business performance. Some can be complex and overwhelming, and some are not powerful enough to provide any real, substantial, sustainable results. I have found that there is an approach that can apply the right approach to a business, based on requirements and resources. I refer to this as WorkSimple.

This approach has become my passion. I have focused my career on improving results by applying the right tools at the right time to continuously improve results.

Innovation

I am experienced with Lean Startup and Rapid Experimentation methodologies.

Quality

I am a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and have broad and deep application experience of the tools and methods for driving quality into the business process to deliver quality results.

Process

I have improved quality with simple and complex processes, and designed new, stakeholder-focused process.

More about my toolkit

Strategy

I am experienced in developing quality-focused strategies to deliver stronger results for all stakeholders.

Organizational Design

I am experienced in structuring functions around required work as part of a quality-focused organization.

Training and Coaching

I am experienced with training and coaching with quality principles and methodologies for green belt and black belt candidates, as well as functional and business leaders.

Leadership Development

I have created methods to improve the leadership bench of an organization.

Business Analytics

I have experience in determining and developing business analytics and key performance indicators.

See My Toolkit

I am a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt and Business Operations Director who streamlines business processes so executive leadership can focus on strategic growth. Expertise in administration of daily operations to drive business excellence.

I am talented at examining existing business processes, determining how closely current operations align with strategic objectives, then eliminating wasteful activities, excessive spending and unnecessary or misaligned resources.

I have proven performance in defining and implementing SOPs, establishing regional strategies and related goals, and supporting the efficient delivery of quality care and financial sustainability. Well-versed regarding billing and revenue-cycle management, budgeting, pay for performance, payer contracting, credentialing, recruitment, practice management, practice analytics and customer experience.