Faculty of ManagementComenius University Bratislava

Conference Lean Six Sigma 2026

Bratislava | 8–10 September 2026

International Lean Six Sigma 2026 Conference

Where global experts meet the practical implementation of Lean Six Sigma and AI

Faculty of Management, Comenius University Bratislava
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Organisers

The conference is organised by the International Lean Six Sigma Institute (ILSSI), Cambridge, UK in cooperation with the Faculty of Management, Comenius University Bratislava.

Experience world-class Operational Excellence in Bratislava

The International Lean Six Sigma 2026 Conference brings experts, leaders and innovators from around the world to Bratislava. Over three days, you will gain practical insights that you can immediately apply in your organisation.

The programme combines keynote lectures, interactive workshops and high-quality networking with professionals from various industries. Participants will gain up-to-date insights, specific case studies and practical tools applicable in practice.

The focus is placed not only on what works, but also on the most common implementation mistakes, the application of Lean Six Sigma in different sectors and the development of the mindset required for long-term organisational performance.

The entire conference will be held in English.

Why attend

The latest insights in Lean Six Sigma, OPEX and AI
Practical tools and techniques applicable in practice
Experience from experts representing global organisations
Networking with professionals and decision-makers
A combination of expert programme sessions and informal meetings
A visit to the Volkswagen Bratislava plant

Main topics

Artificial intelligence in Operational Excellence
Improving the quality of products and services
Process and performance optimisation
Digital transformation and Lean
Process-oriented innovation
Operational Excellence across industries and sectors
Lean management and respect for employees
Modern approaches to Lean management
AI in OPEX
Process-oriented technological innovation

Programme at a glance

7 September
Welcome informal networking evening
8 September
Keynote lectures, panel discussions and networking
9 September
Practical workshops, awards ceremony and social evening
10 September
Visit to the Volkswagen Bratislava plant and lunch

Networking and community

Meetings with professionals from various industries
Discussions with leaders and decision-makers
Exchange of experience and best practices
Formal and informal social events

Who the conference is for

Managers and leaders
Process management professionals
Quality professionals
Lean Six Sigma professionals
Consultants and trainers
Academics and researchers
Professionals in Operational Excellence and Continuous Improvement

International speakers

The conference will feature experts in Lean Six Sigma, AI, quality and Operational Excellence.

Mihaela PorojanCultural aspects of Quality Circles
Jiju AntonyLean Six Sigma in practice and research; workshop and panel discussion
Paul AllenDOE for 21st-century engineers; DOE workshop
Rod MorganA new paradigm of learning: AI and online self-study
Jeff S. MejiaHuman-Centred Design Thinking in the era of digitalisation and AI
Joel Nono TamandjoAI as a process mapping companion for saving time and costs
Alexandra NiculaeBlockchain for Lean systems
Frederic BrouilletDigitalisation, automation and the use of AI in Lean tools and MS Teams
Larissa StetsenkoPerformance Skyscraper: AI and blockchain built on Lean Six Sigma foundations
Amaury AmalLean Six Sigma for Generation X and Millennials; growth framework
Philip ReisbergerThe influence of organisational culture on employees’ use of AI
Bartosz MisiurekTraining Within Industry and changing priorities in OPEX education
Martin SchneiderLeanActivity Classroom Learning Game demonstration
Maria MakrygianniTechnologies in Lean communication
Laurentiu MihailManaging relationships, not only processes; an ISO approach to collaboration
John DennisMonte Carlo analysis using DiscoverSim and SigmaXL
John RooneyConference moderator
Andrey SeyranyanConnecting Customer Journey Mapping with Lean Six Sigma
Anita StalinThe role of AI and smart technologies in Lean Six Sigma; panel discussion
Todor NeychevAn alternative to Statapult: Rolling Ball simulation game
Adrian DrăganDMAIC.app demonstration
Lenka GondováPanel discussion: the future of Lean Six Sigma
Martin BoháčekThe best way to predict the future is to create it

Registration and fee

Participation fee

€595 incl. VAT / person

The fee includes:

  • the complete conference programme,
  • keynote lectures and workshops,
  • networking events,
  • a visit to the Volkswagen Bratislava plant,
  • lunches, refreshments and drinks during the programme.

Group discounts

Individual discounts are available for the registration of multiple participants.

Payment

An invoice will be issued after registration.

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Contact: lukas.copus@fm.uniba.sk

Sponsorship packages

Present your brand to an international community of experts in Lean Six Sigma, quality, process management and Operational Excellence.

Standard

€1,000
  • logo on the conference website and in materials,
  • mention in the programme and e-mail communication,
  • presentation table and banner at the venue,
  • 2 conference tickets.

Bronze

€2,500
  • all benefits of the Standard package,
  • 5 conference tickets,
  • opportunity to include promotional materials in welcome packages.

Silver

€5,000
  • all benefits of the Bronze package,
  • main logo placement and increased brand visibility,
  • 10 conference tickets,
  • mention on social media,
  • opportunity to present in a parallel session.

Gold

€8,000
  • all benefits of the Silver package,
  • prominent logo placement in all materials,
  • 15 conference tickets,
  • exclusive opportunity to host a keynote session,
  • priority placement of promotional materials,
  • prominent brand presentation during networking events.

Venue

Conference

Faculty of Management, Comenius University Bratislava
Odbojárov 10
820 18 Bratislava 218

Social evening

Moyzes Hall
Vajanského nábrežie 12
811 02 Bratislava

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Capacity is limited. To attend or request a group discount, please complete the registration form.

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